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Azelie Ziegler Shelby

Azelie Ziegler Shelby is an attorney at Shelby Law Firm in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She has more than 30 years of experience in litigation, estate planning, immigration, workers’ compensation, and personal injury law, with a strong background in motion practice. Admitted to the Louisiana State Bar in 1993, she is also admitted to practice before multiple federal courts, including the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. She earned her J.D. from Louisiana State University Law Center, where she served on the Jessup International Moot Court Team.

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The benefits of a SLAT for estate planning

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Last Modified on Sep 17, 2024

Developing a comprehensive legal and financial plan for the future is essential for every Louisiana adult. Estate planning looks different in every situation, and for some, this may include a…

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When naming beneficiaries, is revocable or irrevocable best?

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Last Modified on Sep 17, 2024

As you get ready to create an estate plan, you may have thought that the easiest place to begin would be naming beneficiaries to certain accounts. Certainly, ensuring your beneficiaries…

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Delays in estate planning can be costly and risky

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Last Modified on Sep 17, 2024

Unexpected changes in the past year have left many in Louisiana coming to terms with the uncertainty of life. There is no way to accurately predict what will happen long…

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Considerations for identifying the best trustee

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Last Modified on Sep 17, 2024

Estate planning includes looking to the future and making financial and legal plans based on what could be best years down the road. For individuals in Louisiana looking to accomplish…

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Benefits Of Establishing A Trust in Louisiana

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Last Modified on Dec 06, 2024

Planning for the future is an important step for Louisiana adults of all ages. In many cases, drafting a basic will is a simple yet effective way to do this,…

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Is making your kids joint owners of your property wise?

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Last Modified on Sep 17, 2024

Thinking about the best way to plan for your future is a complicated matter to consider. Still, if you are thinking about it, you are already heading in the right…

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