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Still Fighting: The Estate Planning Legacy of Shannen Doherty

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Shannen Doherty spent years fighting breast cancer with courage and candor. In her final days, she also fought to finalize her divorce – signing the settlement just one day before she died. More than a year later, her estate is still fighting to enforce it. Shannen’s story is a powerful reminder that even the best-laid plans can unravel when the wrong people are involved – and that naming the right Trustee may be the most important decision you ever make. The post Still Fighting: The Estate Planning Legacy of Shannen Doherty appeared first on Progeny Law Firm. http://dlvr.it/TTgB2S
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Declare Your Independence From Intestacy

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Every Fourth of July, we celebrate the right to determine our own destiny. Yet many Americans leave some of life's most important decisions to state intestacy laws by failing to create an Estate Plan. This Independence Day, learn why declaring your independence from intestacy may be one of the most meaningful gifts you can leave for the people you love. The post Declare Your Independence From Intestacy appeared first on Progeny Law Firm. http://dlvr.it/TTYcmQ
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What Happens to a Loved One’s Debts After Death?A Louisiana Guide for Families

Debts don't disappear when a loved one dies. A Louisiana attorney explains who's responsible for a decedent's bills, accounts, and creditor claims. The post What Happens to a Loved One’s Debts After Death?A Louisiana Guide for Families appeared first on Progeny Law Firm. http://dlvr.it/TTWT3g
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Divorce, Child Support, and Your Child’s SSI: What Louisiana Parents Need to Know

Divorce is hard. When your family includes a child with a disability, it can feel overwhelming. On top of the emotional weight, you’re also trying to make sure your child continues to receive the government benefits they depend on — benefits that can be thrown into jeopardy by something as routine as a child support […] The post Divorce, Child Support, and Your Child’s SSI: What Louisiana Parents Need to Know appeared first on Progeny Law Firm. http://dlvr.it/TTHSFx
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An Executor’s Duty Doesn’t End With the Family

What every succession representative in Louisiana needs to know aboutcreditor obligations If you’ve agreed to serve as the executor of a loved one’s estate, it’s natural to think of the job as taking care of the family. But a recent court decision is a sharp reminder that the family isn’t the only group you answer […] The post An Executor’s Duty Doesn’t End With the Family appeared first on Progeny Law Firm. http://dlvr.it/TSt4C0
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529 Plans Just Got Biggerand Trusts Can Now Carry the Load

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If you have grandchildren, a child with disabilities, or a Louisiana family member whoseeducation is part of your legacy plan, the 529 you set up years ago is doing more work in2026 than it ever has. Two recent federal laws have changed the game — here’s whatyour family needs to know. What Changed — and […] The post 529 Plans Just Got Biggerand Trusts Can Now Carry the Load appeared first on Progeny Law Firm. http://dlvr.it/TSTXKl
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That Would Never Happen: The Most Dangerous Words in Estate Planning

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One of the most common—and dangerous—phrases in Estate Planning is “that would never happen.” This article explores how assumptions about family dynamics, relationships, and behavior often lead to unintended conflict, litigation, and failed plans. By examining where these assumptions break down, both attorneys and families can build Estate Plans designed to withstand real-world challenges. The post That Would Never Happen: The Most Dangerous Words in Estate Planning appeared first on Progeny Law Firm. http://dlvr.it/TS3jzk
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