Complete Our Free Living Will Form Today!

July 10, 2026

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 change in Louisiana law concerning the withdrawal of hydration and nutrition was caused by Terri Schiavo’s case. Terri Schiavo, a married 28-year-old Florida resident, suffered cardiac arrest on February 25, 1990. After her heart attack, Schiavo was left in a persistent vegetative state and kept alive by a feeding tube.


In 1998, Schiavo’s husband, Michael, petitioned the Sixth Circuit Court of Florida to remove her feeding tube pursuant to Florida law. Terri’s parents, Robert and Mary Schindler, opposed the removal of the feeding tube. After a protracted legal battle of approximately 8 years, her feeding tube was removed on March 18, 2005, and she passed away on March 31.


Life and death decisions are best left to the person and not the courts. On a daily basis, there are an estimated 25,000 Americans deemed by doctors to be in a vegetative state. In response to Terri Schiavo’s case, Louisiana law was modified to allow its residents to execute a living will so the life or death decision is made by the person and not the courts.


Make Sure Your Wishes Are Respected


If you want to make sure your exact wishes are carried out if you are incapacitated, then please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our law firm so we can explain all of your legal options. Right now, we are offering a free copy of our modified living will form that you can use to establish your wishes regarding specific medical treatments.

Estate Planning for Children With Disabilities

July 17, 2026
All parents worry about their children, especially when it comes to their future.

Estate Planning Basics in Louisiana

July 17, 2026
Although many people tend to believe that estate planning is only for the wealthy, the truth is that almost everyone has an estate.

End-of-Year Estate Planning Checklist for Louisiana Families

July 17, 2026
As the year winds down and life gets busier with holidays, travel, and last-minute to-do lists, it is easy to push estate planning to the back burner.

Do You Suspect Undue Influence in a Louisiana Will?

July 17, 2026
Estate planning documents such as a Last Will and Testament and trust are in place to allow individuals to decide what will happen to their property after they pass away.

Do You Need Digital Asset Planning in Louisiana?

July 17, 2026
In the modern digital era, we often store our most treasured belongings in the form of digital files and online accounts.

Do You Need a Will in Louisiana?

July 17, 2026
While a Last Will and Testament is not mandatory, if there is no Will, state laws, also known as laws of intestacy, will determine the distribution of a deceased person’s assets.

Do You Need A Trust if You Already Have A Will in Louisiana?

July 17, 2026
If you already have a Last Will and Testament, you may wonder whether creating a trust is necessary, especially in Louisiana, where estate laws are unique due to the state’s civil law system.

Do You Need an Estate Plan If You're Single?

July 17, 2026
Many believe estate planning is only necessary if they are married, have children, or possess significant wealth.

Do You Need A Louisiana Estate Planning Attorney?

July 17, 2026
Estate planning attorneys are not just limited to preparing a Last Will and Testament or trust.

Do You Need a HIPPA Release in Louisiana?

July 17, 2026
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) is a federal law that protects a patient’s privacy by creating national standards for safeguarding sensitive patient information from being released.