Estate planning is an important process for adults of all ages, but it is not a one-and-done effort. Estate plans should evolve over time as life circumstances change and new needs arise. It is appropriate for an adult to carefully audit his or her plans and documents...
Month: September 2020
Companies struggle with current H-1B visa policies
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is continuing its trend of high rates of H-1B visa denials. The denials are in line with stated intentions by President Donald Trump regarding immigration and spell trouble for companies in Louisiana and...
Create a lasting legacy through estate planning
While it is impossible to predict the future, there are steps one can take that allow him or her to decide what will happen to personal property, assets and medical care in the future. Through thoughtful and careful estate planning, one can create a legacy that will...
Smart planning for those entering a second marriage
When planning to marry for a second time, there are important legal and financial steps necessary to protecting long-term interests. Certain estate planning steps allow a Louisiana adult to avoid complications and retain control over finances, assets and health care...
Providing proof of U.S. citizenship in a passport application
A passport ranks as one of the most vital documents a U.S. citizen can possess. This essential document provides more than the ability to travel to a foreign country. It also serves as proof of a person’s U.S. citizenship. Also, a passport serves as a...
A complete estate plan is needed for adults of all ages
Planning for the future is not something reserved only for the rich and famous. Adults of all ages will benefit from having a complete estate plan, even if they are young and believe they do not make enough money to justify the effort. Estate planning is useful for...
Doctors should be diligent about estate planning
Doctors and health care providers understand the unpredictability of life more than many others. They see how quickly someone’s health can change and why it’s important to have certain financial and legal plans in place. Unfortunately, doctors often overlook the...
