Successions

Reliable and Timely Succession Services

When someone you love passes away, the last thing you want to do is sort through the paperwork to their estate. Unfortunately, for many families, issues surrounding the estate are pressing and confusing during this grief-stricken time. At Estate Law Solutions, we'll be here to help you through this delicate period of succession.

Succession is also known as probate. It refers to the legal period during which your loved one's assets are transferred to the appropriate beneficiaries. While a will can help guide or streamline the process, succession still requires legal handling to make sure that everything is sorted fairly as per your loved one's wishes.

This process occurs with or without a will. If there is a trust in place, the process will include trust administration instead. No matter what the case may be, you can count on our legal team to help you through it.

Because the laws around succession are complex, you have limited time to make your claim. Any disputes must be addressed and resolved quickly before the state intervenes. Deadlines are very important, and if you miss them, you could lose out on your rights or incur fees.

At Estate Law Solutions, we guarantee succession cases will be handled in 30 days or less. Plus, we offer fair, affordable pricing with upfront flat fees and no surprise costs. The time and effort to complete a succession are the same no matter the worth of the estate, and we believe in being fair.

Call today for a consultation. We know this is a difficult time and the last thing you want to do is talk to a lawyer. We'll be here to support you every step of the way. Ask for a same-day appointment!

Understanding the Types of Successions

The journey through succession is different for everyone. The process depends on the estate in question and any legal challenges. Explore the different types of succession to understand what to expect.

Simple Succession

During a simple succession, simple legal documents are filed to ask a judge to transfer the property in question. This can be to the natural heirs if there is no will. with a will, it is done with the legatees. This process makes the transfer of assets legally binding and official. Simple succession transfers assets and debts. The judge will sign a judgment of possession to recognize the new owners, and the process can be completed without an executor or administrator.

Administered Succession

If a simple succession isn't possible, an executor or administrator may be used. An executor is named in the will, but an administrator is appointed when no will is in place. This person should act on behalf of the decedent's wishes.

Administered succession is needed if an heir is absent or there are debts to be paid off. An executor or administrator handles all the work before the judge signs a judgment of possession to grant new ownership.

Contested Succession

Sometimes, there are disputes about how to distribute the estate. This often happens when there is no will in place, but it can come up in other situations. When there are disagreements about how the estate should be divided, the succession is contested. You'll need professional, experienced legal support to get through the process.

At Estate Law Solutions, we can help navigate any succession for you!

Quality Legal Care From Trustworthy Lawyers

Estate Law Solutions is the legal team you need for all types of estate planning. We're a local legal practice, and we are proud to serve clients in Gonzales, LA with fair, honest, and dependable legal expertise.

As a family-owned and woman-owned practice, we believe that the integrity of our work matters. We offer personalized care, and our upfront flat fees ensure that you don't get any hidden surprises on your legal bills.

Call now to set up a consultation. We also offer same-day appointments and a mobile notary service with a one-year guarantee to meet your needs.