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 Mom Had a Will — Why Do I Have to Do a Succession?
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By Sara Bingham
In Probate/Succession
Posted January 20, 2026

Mom Had a Will — Why Do I Have to Do a Succession?

In my years of practice, I have heard one question again and again: “Mom passed away eight months ago, and she left everything to me in her will. I thought that meant I didn’t have to do anything [...]

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 Caring Beyond Today: Using a Special Needs Trust to Plan for Your Loved One’s Long-Term Needs
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By Linda Melancon
In General Estate Planning, Special Needs News
Posted October 14, 2025

Caring Beyond Today: Using a Special Needs Trust to Plan for Your Loved One’s Long-Term Needs

The moment a parent first imagines their child’s future, they picture possibility: school, work, independence, happiness. But for families of children with developmental disabilities, those [...]

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 Why “I’ll Get to It Later” Can Cost You Everything: Avoiding Interdiction with Proper Planning
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By Linda Melancon
In General Estate Planning, Guardianship
Posted May 12, 2025

Why “I’ll Get to It Later” Can Cost You Everything: Avoiding Interdiction with Proper Planning

May is National Elder Law Month—a time when we pause to think about the choices we make as we age and how those decisions, or lack thereof, affect our independence. At our firm, we use this month [...]

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By Sara Bingham
In General Estate Planning
Posted September 6, 2024

How Beneficiary Designations Can Make or Break Your Estate Plan

As many people already know, a Will is a document that allows someone to specify who they would like their assets to go to after they die. However, a lot of people do not realize that your Will [...]

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By Linda Melancon
In Succession/Probate
Posted July 2, 2024

Why You Should Clear Up Clouded Title During Blue Skies

What is clear title? Title is the legal interest a person has in a piece of property. When a person has clear title, it means that there is no question about whether they own a particular piece [...]

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 Crafting a New Path: Estate Planning Considerations After Divorce
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By Linda Melancon
In Estate Planning Awareness
Posted April 9, 2024

Crafting a New Path: Estate Planning Considerations After Divorce

Estate planning after divorce can be complex, requiring expertise in legal, financial, and tax matters.

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 7 Mistakes to Avoid When Planning for a Special Needs Loved One
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By Linda Melancon
In Category: Special Needs Planning
Posted March 11, 2024

7 Mistakes to Avoid When Planning for a Special Needs Loved One

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, and in honor of that observance, we are going to discuss the most common mistakes that you should avoid when planning for a loved one with [...]

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 Family Caregiving – You Mean I Need A Contract For That?
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By Linda Melancon
In Elder Care, Medicaid Planning
Posted November 8, 2017

Family Caregiving – You Mean I Need A Contract For That?

This month is National Family Caregivers Month and what better time to recognize all of those who give so much of their time to help family members who are no longer able to care for themselves [...]

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 Estate Planning and Cremation: Louisiana Legalities
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By Linda Melancon
In Estate Planning Awareness
Posted May 3, 2017

Estate Planning and Cremation: Louisiana Legalities

Dying can be an expensive proposition these days.  A traditional funeral service and burial can run upwards of $10,000 when all of the funeral and cemetery fees are taken into account.  [...]

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 Keys, Please:  How to Gently Keep Unsafe Older Drivers Off the Road
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By Linda Melancon
In Caregivers, Elder Care
Posted March 14, 2017

Keys, Please: How to Gently Keep Unsafe Older Drivers Off the Road

When to Take the Keys: Recognizing Unsafe Driving Signs We as Americans are a freewheeling society.  We like our cars, and we like our freedom to go where we please, when we please.  [...]

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