Louisiana Estate Planning in Baton Rouge & New Orleans
Rabalais Martinez has helped Louisiana families with estate planning and successions for more than 30 years. Our attorneys serve clients throughout Louisiana through convenient Zoom planning meetings, with document signing available in Baton Rouge and New Orleans.
Whether you live in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, or elsewhere in Louisiana, you'll receive the same collaborative approach from our attorneys and team.
We work with clients throughout Louisiana using a structured, Zoom-based planning process designed to be efficient, thoughtful, and personal.
Where We Serve
Baton Rouge
Our firm has served Baton Rouge and surrounding communities for more than 30 years. Estate planning meetings are conducted by Zoom, with document signing available in Baton Rouge.
New Orleans
We also serve families throughout New Orleans and the surrounding communities. Estate planning meetings are conducted by Zoom, with document signing available in New Orleans.
Throughout Louisiana
Because planning meetings are conducted by Zoom, we work with clients throughout Louisiana. Document signing can be coordinated based on the client's location and circumstances.
Louisiana Estate Planning Requires Local Experience
Louisiana's estate planning laws are different from those of every other state. Our practice focuses on Louisiana estate planning and successions, including:
Forced heirship
Usufruct
Community property
Louisiana wills and trusts
Powers of attorney
Successions
Not ready to meet with an attorney? Our free Louisiana estate planning videos can help you understand these concepts and your planning options.
How Our Planning Process Works
We begin with a paid estate planning session, conducted by Zoom.
During this meeting, we:
Review your family and financial situation
Explain Louisiana-specific planning options
Identify wills, trusts, powers of attorney, or other documents that may be appropriate
Answer your questions and recommend next steps
Our process is designed to provide clear guidance while respecting your time and avoiding unnecessary follow-up meetings.
Contacting Our Office
We are a by-appointment firm.
Phone messages are returned Monday–Thursday
Our office is closed on Fridays
Messages left after Thursday afternoon or on Friday are returned on Monday
If you reach voicemail, please leave:
Your name
Phone number
A brief description of your matter
For new clients, the fastest way to begin is always the Start Here questionnaire.
Existing Clients
Already working with our firm? Visit our Existing Clients page for information about updating your estate plan, requesting copies, and other common needs.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're ready to begin estate planning, start with our short questionnaire. If you're not ready to meet with an attorney yet, explore our free Louisiana estate planning videos and resources.