Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Louisiana
My husband owns a house that the bought with his late wife. She died when their child was 5 years old without leaving a will. Under Louisiana forced inheritance law, what percentage of the house does their son now own?
Asked on 9/11/10, 10:04 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Martha Amanda Mandi Lucas
Mandie Seale Lucas
Their son is entitled to one-half of home.
Answered on 9/17/10, 5:07 am
James Maguire
James G. Maguire, Attorney At Law
One-fourth of his one-half, or one eighth.
Answered on 9/17/10, 7:09 am