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Losavio & DeJean believes everyone should have a living will, which is why our law firm is giving away our living will form for free. Our lawyers specialize in estate planning, and we can assist you today if you need help drafting a living will to include in your estate plan. Why Louisiana Allows Living Wills The…

A special needs trust is not just for medical or disability-related items. Nearly all special needs trusts describe special needs as anything not provided by public benefit programs, such as supplemental items that can improve the beneficiary’s quality of life. For example, a vehicle, a home, educational expenses, electronic equipment, a computer or even ongoing…

Potential clients come to my office seeking advice when their parents or loved ones have failed to execute powers of attorney. They are usually surprised and upset to learn that there is only one legal option to obtain the authority to make healthcare and financial decisions for their relatives. Sadly, they are not alone. It…

Requirements for Power of Attorney If you decide to create a power of attorney, be sure to fulfill the requirements to ensure that it is valid.  Louisiana requires steps to be taken when preparing or implementing a power of attorney or “mandate”. The requirements include: Mandates must be in writing. Verbal mandates are not recognized….