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At Buhrer Law Firm, R. Scott Buhrer, a dedicated Metairie attorney, offers powerful advocacy in family law, estate planning, and successions. With a focus on personal attention, he navigates sensitive issues with clarity and cost-effectiveness, ensuring success for his clients.
Buhrer law Firm Blog
5M ago
While many people focus heavily on what to do with their assets when they’re creating an estate plan, it’s also important to think about who will help to protect their interests and their assets if they become incapacitated. Setting up power of attorney designations as part of your estate plan can address this need. There are two primary concerns that your power of attorney designations can address, should you choose to set up designations in your own estate plan. One of these is your finances and the other is your medical care. You can have one person manage both of these concerns or you can ..read more
Buhrer law Firm Blog
6M ago
Summer can be an advantageous time to file for divorce for several reasons, making the process smoother and more manageable for those involved, from spouses to their children. For example, during the summer, many people have more flexible schedules due to vacations and breaks. This can provide the time needed to focus on the divorce process without the added pressure of a hectic work or school schedule. This flexibility can be particularly beneficial when coordinating meetings with attorneys, attending court dates or simply taking the time to reflect on the decisions that need to be made ..read more
Buhrer law Firm Blog
6M ago
Those who serve as succession representatives take on a largely thankless role either in memory of a deceased loved one or to support the survivors left behind when an individual dies. Succession court proceedings involve presenting any testamentary documents drafted by the deceased, reporting information about the resources to the courts, notifying their creditors and distributing their assets appropriately. Succession representatives may receive a small amount of compensation from the estate that they oversee. Most families are happy to turn over the responsibility of succession proceedings ..read more
Buhrer law Firm Blog
6M ago
Prenuptial agreements give couples a chance to make decisions in advance that would ordinarily just be made during a divorce. For example, they can use the prenup to split up financial assets or define which assets need to go through property division and which ones will simply be kept by the person who owns them. Wealthy individuals will sometimes use prenups to protect their businesses or significant financial assets that they don’t want to risk by getting married. However, there are mistakes that could make a prenuptial agreement invalid. If this happens, the court may decide to throw out t ..read more
Buhrer law Firm Blog
7M ago
Divorce is a process that underscores the consequences of numerous legal aspects of a marriage that you may have never considered before. This can be especially when it comes to property distribution. In marriage, each party typically brings in assets they own separately, which are termed separate property. However, over the course of the marriage, these separate assets can sometimes transform into community or marital assets through a process called transmutation. How does the transmutation of separate property happen? Transmutation of separate property can happen in several ways during marri ..read more
Buhrer law Firm Blog
7M ago
Louisiana is a community property state when it comes to property and debt division during divorce. This means that all property and debt acquired during your marriage would (generally) be equally split upon divorce in a litigated context unless you have a legally binding agreement like a prenup or are subject to a court ruling to the contrary. Some common examples of marital debt include mortgages, credit card debt, car loans and even personal loans taken by either spouse for the benefit of the marriage. However, it is important to note that you may still be liable even if a debt is assigned ..read more
Buhrer law Firm Blog
8M ago
It is certainly wise to make an estate plan in advance. You never know exactly how long you have. You may have decades, or just a few days. Your family is protected if you have an estate plan on file, even if they don’t use it for years to come. But one of the problems with making an estate plan early is that you may neglect to update that plan. Some people make a plan and then entirely forget about it. When they pass away, their family discovers that the will is 20 years out of date. It’s no longer relevant, and they have a very complicated situation to sort out. When should you make these up ..read more
Buhrer law Firm Blog
8M ago
Avoiding succession court is sometimes the goal of a testator who drafts estate planning documents. They may try to make plans that keep as many of their assets out of court as possible. They may also include special terms in their documents to prevent their family members from taking legal action during the succession process. In some cases, succession court proceedings are necessary for legal oversight. The Louisiana succession courts help ensure that the personal representative complies with state law and the instructions provided by the decedent. Other times, the Louisiana succession court ..read more
Buhrer law Firm Blog
8M ago
Divorce is challenging, even in the best circumstances. Having to deal with a narcissistic ex can make it even more difficult. These individuals have an inflated sense of self-worth and are unable to think about how things will affect others. Anyone going through a divorce with a narcissist should ensure they understand how to protect their interests. These tips may be beneficial for individuals who are ending a marriage with a narcissist: Setting boundaries for self-protection Dealing with a narcissistic ex-partner during a divorce requires establishing firm boundaries because a narciss ..read more
Buhrer law Firm Blog
9M ago
Choosing a suitable trustee for your trust is a pivotal decision that requires careful consideration and planning. Your trustee will play a significant role in managing your wealth and helping ensure that your wishes are carried out per the terms of the trust. Whether you’re setting up a trust for estate planning purposes or to manage assets in order to qualify for Medicaid, selecting the right trustee can be essential for the success and integrity of the trust. What are the responsibilities of a trustee? Trustees have a duty to manage the assets held within the trust prudently. This includes ..read more