Field Notes

Louisiana Bar Associations

It's always a good idea to check with a lawyer before making an important decision concerning your property or rights - whether buying a house or selling a business. When working with a lawyer, remember these tips: Ask about Fees and Costs. Get this in writing. Don't be afraid to ask what work the lawyer will be providing and what staff will also be working on your matter. Remember your Rights. You don't have to hire the first attorney you sit with. You should be comfortable with your attorney. Be Prepared. The cost to handle your matter will vary greatly ...

Honey, I’m Homeless…

A very common misconception in Louisiana is that you don’t need a Will. Many people assume that their spouse will inherit everything, which is not entirely true. Louisiana is a community property state, which greatly impacts who is entitled to inherit your property. Whether your spouse or someone else will inherit your belongings without a Will depends on whether the property is “community” or “separate.” Any property you acquired during your marriage is considered “community property.” Meanwhile, anything you owned before you got married, any gift between you and your spouse and any property that was inherited by you is ...

The Best Time to Talk About Death is Before You Die

The problems that can start when a loved one passes away can tear a family apart. Getting your family together to talk about death is a great first step. In a previous post, we told you about the unique approach some families are taking to do just that. This conversation can help ensure that your assets are left to the people you deem fit once you are gone. You don’t want your family ending up in a War of the Roses about your finances and property. You should make some basic decisions about your Will before meeting with your family ...

Did You Know… Death Over Dinner

Did you know that some folks are turning to family dinners as vehicles for discussing their wills and inheritance with their families? It’s one of the most difficult and most necessary conversations you’ll ever have with your family, so we’re happy to see people thinking outside the box about how to make it a little easier. From the website Death Over Dinner: How we want to die – represents the most important and costly conversation America isn’t having. We have gathered dozens of medical and wellness leaders to cast an unflinching eye at end of life, and we have created an ...

Let the World Know Your Final Wishes

I recently had a customer who had little to no family and was extremely concerned that her wishes regarding life-sustaining procedures would not be honored. Many of you may recall the years long legal battle surrounding the Terri Schiavo case. Schiavo’s husband was arguing with her parents about whether she should be taken off life support. In the time since this case, there have been several other cases around the country that involve conflicting beliefs of family members about the final wishes of their loved one during their incapacitation. With the assistance of the Louisiana Secretary of State’s office, I ...

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Baton Rouge, LA 70808

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Field Notes

Louisiana Bar Associations

It's always a good idea to check with a lawyer before making an important decision concerning your property or rights - whether buying a house or selling a business. When working with a lawyer, remember these tips: Ask about Fees and Costs. Get this in writing. Don't be afraid to ask what work the lawyer will be providing and what staff will also be working on your matter. Remember your Rights. You don't have to hire the first attorney you sit with. You should be comfortable with your attorney. Be Prepared. The cost to handle your matter will vary greatly ...

Honey, I’m Homeless…

A very common misconception in Louisiana is that you don’t need a Will. Many people assume that their spouse will inherit everything, which is not entirely true. Louisiana is a community property state, which greatly impacts who is entitled to inherit your property. Whether your spouse or someone else will inherit your belongings without a Will depends on whether the property is “community” or “separate.” Any property you acquired during your marriage is considered “community property.” Meanwhile, anything you owned before you got married, any gift between you and your spouse and any property that was inherited by you is ...

The Best Time to Talk About Death is Before You Die

The problems that can start when a loved one passes away can tear a family apart. Getting your family together to talk about death is a great first step. In a previous post, we told you about the unique approach some families are taking to do just that. This conversation can help ensure that your assets are left to the people you deem fit once you are gone. You don’t want your family ending up in a War of the Roses about your finances and property. You should make some basic decisions about your Will before meeting with your family ...

Did You Know… Death Over Dinner

Did you know that some folks are turning to family dinners as vehicles for discussing their wills and inheritance with their families? It’s one of the most difficult and most necessary conversations you’ll ever have with your family, so we’re happy to see people thinking outside the box about how to make it a little easier. From the website Death Over Dinner: How we want to die – represents the most important and costly conversation America isn’t having. We have gathered dozens of medical and wellness leaders to cast an unflinching eye at end of life, and we have created an ...

Let the World Know Your Final Wishes

I recently had a customer who had little to no family and was extremely concerned that her wishes regarding life-sustaining procedures would not be honored. Many of you may recall the years long legal battle surrounding the Terri Schiavo case. Schiavo’s husband was arguing with her parents about whether she should be taken off life support. In the time since this case, there have been several other cases around the country that involve conflicting beliefs of family members about the final wishes of their loved one during their incapacitation. With the assistance of the Louisiana Secretary of State’s office, I ...

We gladly accept cash, check and major credit cards for all transactions.

Office Hours:

Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Call us with your questions:

(225) 341-3828

Contact Us

Perkins Road Notary
6161 Perkins Road, 1C Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Map & Directions

Copyright © 2012-2022 Louisiana Notary and Title, LLC