Successions & Wills
In Louisiana, the legal process of transferring assets from someone who has passed away to other persons or entities (commonly referred to as “heirs” or “legatees”) is through a succession, often termed the “probate” process.
The process begins by first determining whether the deceased person had a Last Will and Testament. If the decedent had a Last Will and Testament, you should have an attorney review it to determine if it is a valid testament.
The following may affect whether a Last Will and Testament is valid:
- Is the Last Will and Testament a photocopy or original?
- Is the Last Will and Testament signed by the decedent or is it a forgery?
- Was the Last Will and Testament executed before witnesses and who are the witnesses?
- Is the attestation clause valid?
- Was the decedent mentally capable of executing a Last Will and Testament at the time the Will was made?
These are just some of the most common challenges made to invalidate a Last Will and Testament. We would be honored to guide you through a contested Will or succession or to review the facts of your particular case to determine if a successful challenge to a testament can be made. Whether you are handling a new estate or dealing with a contested succession feel free to reach out to Cusimano Law Firm to see if we can be of assistance to you.
In addition to Successions and Wills, Cusimano Law Firm handles a wide variety of cases including: Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, and Criminal Defense.
