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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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Lessons in estate planning from the rich and famous

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Last Modified on Sep 17, 2024

Many people assume that having significant wealth and valuable assets is the primary reason to have an estate plan. In reality, most Louisiana adults can benefit from estate planning, but…

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Have these estate planning myths stopped you from planning?

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Last Modified on Sep 17, 2024

When some Louisiana residents hear the phrase “estate plan,” they may have several thoughts run through their minds. Those thoughts may include, “I don’t need an estate plan. I’m not…

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Tough questions can lead to better plans for businesses

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Last Modified on Sep 17, 2024

Thinking about and planning for the future can be difficult tasks for some Louisiana business owners. It is not always easy to think about what will happen after passing away…

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LGBTQ+ families may benefit from estate planning assistance

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Last Modified on Apr 21, 2025

Considering potential legal and financial needs in the future can be a complex process for any adult in any type of family situation. However, LGBTQ+ families in Louisiana may benefit…

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Discussing estate planning with family members

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Last Modified on May 22, 2025

It is not easy to start the conversation about what will happen after passing away. The difficulty and potential awkwardness of these conversations often keep Louisiana adults from having important…

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Is a will or a trust the most beneficial estate planning tool?

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Last Modified on Sep 17, 2024

An important aspect of long-term planning is choosing the right types of documents for an estate plan. Most Louisiana adults start with a basic will as the foundation for other…

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