For many Louisiana families, a home or piece of land represents generations of sacrifice.
But when a loved one dies and the succession is never completed, that property can become increasingly difficult to manage.
A home may still be in a deceased parent’s or grandparent’s name. Family members may live there, maintain it and pay the taxes for years.
However, that does not necessarily mean the legal ownership has been settled.
The Problem Can Grow With Every Generation
When years pass without resolving ownership, the situation can become more complicated.
An original heir may die, leaving additional heirs. Before long, property once connected to a few family members may involve children, grandchildren and multiple branches of a family.
The problem often surfaces when someone tries to sell or transfer the property.
Louisiana uses the succession process to legally transfer a deceased person’s property to the appropriate heirs.
Even when someone leaves a will, additional legal steps may still be necessary.
Don’t Wait Until You Need the Property
Families should find out whose name is actually on their property before a problem develops.
Was a succession completed? Was there a will? Who are the legal heirs? Are deceased relatives still listed as owners?
These questions become especially important when a family home or land has passed through several generations.
Protecting generational property also means protecting its legal ownership.
Families who need help with a succession or inherited property can contact UrbanCast business partner Derrick Johnson & Associates.
- 📍 720 Murray Street, Alexandria, LA 71301
- 📞 318-319-0447
- 📧 derrickjohnsonlaw@gmail.com
This article provides general information and is not legal advice.
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