Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Louisiana
Legal heirs
By Louisiana law is a child born out of wedlock considered a legal heir
Asked on 11/01/08, 11:59 pm
3 Answers from Attorneys
Nasir Butt
Nasir Law Associates
Re: Legal heirs
Child born out of valid wedlock is legal heir and may claim inheritance.
Answered on 11/02/08, 7:51 am
Phillip Lemmons, Esq.
Phillip Lemmons APC, Attorneys at Law
Re: Legal heirs
answered above
Answered on 11/02/08, 4:25 pm
Robert Louque
The Louque Law Firm, L.L.C.
Re: Legal heirs
An illegitimate child cannot inherit from a biological father unless a filiation proceeding is filed. There is a very limited amount of time to file this proceeding so if you (or your child) is trying to inherit from a father that has passed away you should consult with an attorney quickly.
Answered on 11/02/08, 12:23 am