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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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Immigration during COVID-19: uncharted territory

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Last Modified on Feb 05, 2025

In a time when nothing is certain, immigrants are even more unsure than ever before. Before the coronavirus outbreak, President Trump had been strict on immigration. Ever since the outbreak,…

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4 Benefits of having an estate plan

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Last Modified on Dec 06, 2024

Planning for the end of life is a morbid endeavor not many people want to deal with. However, neglecting to do so could mean devastating consequences for your family. If…

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Should you have a Power of Attorney?

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Last Modified on Dec 06, 2024

You may be prepared for what will happen if you pass away unexpectedly, but have you planned for what would happen if illness or an accident prevented you from making…

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When you should update your estate plan

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Last Modified on Dec 29, 2025

Even if you had the foresight to make your estate plan at a young age, many life events call for you to make changes to your plan. Life is a…

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Debunking common myths about estate planning

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Last Modified on Dec 06, 2024

If you currently view estate planning as a legal burden for the elderly, it’s time for a change of perspective. Think of it instead as a gift of love to…

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Can undocumented immigrants receive workers’ compensation?

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Last Modified on Feb 06, 2025

No one who sustains an injury on the job should have to work through their pain. Yet many undocumented immigrants will do so. They may worry that they cannot receive…

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