Theus Law Offices
Your World, Protected Now and for Generations
Theus Law Offices
Your World, Protected Now and for Generations
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Locations
1000s
of Clients Helped
100+
Years of combined experience
1000s
Of Estate Plans Created
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We focus on providing a client-centered, results-driven approach
Louisiana Estate & Business Planning with Purpose and Clarity
At Theus Law Offices, we help Louisiana families and business owners protect what matters most—with thoughtful legal planning that brings peace of mind today and lasting security for tomorrow.
We believe the planning process isn’t just about documents—it’s about people. That’s why we take the time to understand your goals, your values, and your vision for the future. Whether you’re preparing for retirement, safeguarding your children’s inheritance, or protecting a growing business, we provide clear legal strategies tailored to your needs.
From young families to retirees, entrepreneurs to landowners, we guide clients through every stage of planning with clarity, compassion, and precision. Our team of experienced attorneys will help you avoid unnecessary risks, reduce taxes, and ensure your legacy is secure.
We start every relationship with a complimentary 15-minute consultation to learn about your needs and explain how we can help. Whether you’re just getting started or updating an existing plan, Theus Law Offices is here to guide you—now and for generations to come.
Trusted. Experienced. Focused on You.
Contact us today to start planning with confidence.
Create Your Estate Plan in 3 Easy Steps
24/7 Live Call Scheduling
We’re available 24/7 to answer your calls and discuss the details of your situation. If you’d rather speak to us in person, that’s no problem! With locations throughout Louisiana, Washington, and Alaska, we provide easy access to our dedicated attorneys.
Complimentary Consultations
We offer free 15-minute consultations. Whether you need help crafting a will, setting up a trust, learning more about the estate planning process, asset protection from the high cost of long-term care, probate or succession administration, or establishing a new business, we provide trusted legal support every step of the way.
Receive your custom Estate plan
Once we learn about your goals related to your estate, we’ll create a custom estate plan specifically designed for your needs. We’ll ensure your assets, your family, and your future are protected through a legally sound plan that reflects your wishes and provides lasting peace of mind—knowing everything you own and everyone you love are secure.
Experienced Louisiana estate planning, business & asset protection lawyers
Knowing what to do to make sure your home, savings, and family now and after you’re gone can feel overwhelming. At Theus Law Offices, we provide clarity, confidence, and peace of mind for all of your estate planning, business law, and asset protection needs. Our firm combines the high-level knowledge of a large practice with the personalized attention of a smaller firm, making top-tier legal services accessible and affordable to all our clients.
Whether you’re planning for the future, managing your business, or facing legal disputes, we offer reliable solutions when they matter most. Don’t wait until it’s too late. Contact us today to schedule your free consultation.
Practice Areas
Our attorneys know that when you need legal guidance, you don’t want to go through the hassle of finding a new attorney every time. Our team is experienced in a wide range of areas, so you can feel confident knowing you’ve got trusted support no matter your situation.
Estate Planning & Asset Protection
A well-thought-out and legally binding estate plan is critical to making sure your wishes are carried out and your loved ones are protected after you’re gone. We can help craft wills or living wills, set up a trust, and protect your assets and your family.
Crisis Medical & Nursing Home Planning
Long-term elderly care shouldn’t equate to financial ruin. Our firm helps families looking into nursing home care develop proactive plans to protect their loved one’s physical and monetary assets. We also assist with expedited work for urgent health matters.
Probate & Successions
Probate is the process where a will is proved in court or, if a will is not available, an estate is settled according to state law. To help families dealing with the loss of a loved one, we provide compassionate support throughout the entire probate process, helping to ease the burden of what may otherwise be an overwhelming experience.
Business Law
Whether you’re starting a new company, revising existing contracts, or creating a succession plan to keep your business going strong after you’ve stepped down, our team provides trusted legal guidance to help your business thrive.
Real Estate Law
When you’re buying, selling, or leasing a property, it’s important to know how to properly abide by your state’s real estate laws. We can help by handling real estate contracts, closings, and disputes to protect your interests and avoid financial or legal disasters.
Tax Law
Taxes are a part of life, but that doesn’t make them any easier to manage. Our team helps by providing legal assistance with tax planning, audits, and resolving any IRS disputes—you can rest easy knowing your finances are in good hands.
Estate Planning Lawyer Louisiana
How An Estate Planning Lawyer Can Help
Estate planning involves more than just writing a will. The ultimate goal of estate planning is to make sure you and your family’s needs are taken care of and that your assets are distributed according to your specific wishes—both during and after your life. Our Louisiana estate planning lawyers can help you develop a comprehensive plan, which may include creating a will or living will, appointing a power of attorney, and/or setting up a trust for your beneficiaries. These legal tools are designed to make sure your wishes are carried out exactly how you want and your family is spared from avoidable legal or financial hardship.
When you work with our living trust attorneys, we begin by listening to your goals and talking with you to learn about your family structure, physical and monetary assets, and future needs. We then build an estate plan tailored specifically to you and your family’s goals. Our estate planning lawyers can also help minimize potential tax burdens and make sure that the transferring of your assets goes smoothly when the time comes. With the right plan in place, you can have peace of mind knowing that your legacy will be preserved and your family will be protected long after you’re gone.
Regardless of where you are in the estate planning process, our Louisiana estate planning attorneys can help you with compassionate and dedicated legal support. Whether you’re just starting to think about your estate plan or you need to update an existing one, we can guide you through every step of the legal process. We take care to make sure that each client’s wants and needs are heard and respected, regardless of their circumstances. That’s why our clients trust us with their estate planning needs—and we can help you, too.
We Provide Trusted Legal Guidance For Your Needs
Our clients know we offer only the best legal services around. According to an Avvo review, one of our past clients said, “Graves was outstanding. He was always one step ahead of us and 5 steps [ahead] of the opposing lawyer.” Others have called us “thorough and professional.” Another Google review stated, “…he has the utmost respect for his clients.” We work hard to protect our clients, no matter their situation—and we believe our reviews show that dedication. We treat each case with the care and respect it deserves, giving each client our all.
If you need legal guidance with your estate planning needs, reach out to our team of will and trust attorneys at Theus Law Offices for trusted support. Whether you need help crafting a will or living will, setting up a trust, or understanding the legal process, we’re here to help you every step of the way.
Estate Planning and Administration Specialists With 100+ Years of Combined Experience
Navigating the legal process can feel overwhelming. At Theus Law Offices, we help families across Louisiana avoid unnecessary stress by offering comprehensive estate planning and probate services. Whether you’re planning ahead to protect your assets or managing the estate of someone who has passed, our experienced attorneys are here to guide you every step of the way. With over 100+ years of combined legal experience, premier peer and client ratings, and 24/7 support, you can count on us for responsive, knowledgeable service when it matters most. Contact us today to learn how we can help you plan ahead—or settle an estate with confidence and care.
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Serving Alexandria, Lafayette, Louisiana, Monroe, Shreveport and throughout Louisiana. We also serve Washington state and Alaska.
Kathy L.
“Thank you. Until I attended your free seminar I never knew I needed this. I feel safe and confident with the choices your team has helped me make to take care of my assets for myself and my family.”
Jennifer A.
“My husband and I dreaded the process of estate planning but everyone at Theus Law Offices made it painless and easy. The entire process is step by step which is thoroughly explained as needed. I did not feel overwhelmed at all. I would recommend Graves and his staff to anyone considering estate planning.”
Nick V.
“I really like the professional service you provided in assisting us with our estate planning. All of our questions and concerns have been answered and we are pleased with the results. Your entire organization and staff are excellent and each know their responsibilities.”
Bobby M.
“The personnel at Theus Law Offices in Alexandria, LA were very professional and efficient. We would highly recommend them for anyone wanting to do estate planning.”
Brent A.
“Really glad I went with them to do my estate planning. Really took the time to understand my needs and helped build a solid plan that was easy to understand and use. Very thorough.”
Client Testimonials
Our goal is to provide the highest quality legal services to our clients. We offer personalized action plans and compassionate guidance to make the process go as smoothly as possible. But don’t take our word for it, our clients say it best!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estate Planning?
Estate planning is simply the process of making decisions now, while you can, about the disposition of your assets and control of your estate. If you have any assets whatsoever, you have an estate. There are two sides the estate planning coin, namely (1) death planning; and (2) lifetime planning. Death planning involves planning for the certainty of our demise, which how most people think about estate planning. However, estate planning is very much about lifetime planning for the here and now to ensure we stay in control and don’t outlive our money, stay in control of our assets, and don’t become a burden on anyone. The failure to plan results in the government determining who is in control and who gets to benefit from your estate, which is never a good thing. Those who plan their estate get to make their own rules.
What's the difference between a will and living trust?
Wills and Living Trusts are a both a set of rules dictating who, when, and how someone gets to benefit from your estate. A Last Will and Testament is essentially a gift that becomes effective upon death, while a Living Trust becomes effective while we are still living. Hence, the term “Living Trust.” Unlike a Will, after a Living Trust is signed, a second step occurs, namely integrating assets with the Living Trust. A Living Trust is sometimes referred to as a “will substitute” because it provides for the disposition of assets without having to go through the probate process, which is a the judicial process of placing heirs or legatees in possession of assets of a deceased person who dies with a Will (or is on the “government’s estate plan” because they failed to plan).
What's the difference between a will and estate planning?
A will is a legal document that outlines how your assets should be distributed after your death; a living will acts in a similar fashion but goes into effect during your life should you become incapacitated. These documents typically include instructions for appointing an executor and naming guardians for your children. Estate planning, on the other hand, encompasses a broader range of documents and strategies for managing your assets. Along with wills and living wills, estate planning may also include assigning powers of attorney and setting up trusts. If you have questions about estate planning, our attorneys are available to help with 24/7 live call answering.
What does probate mean?
Probate is the legal process wherein a deceased person’s will is validated in a court of law, an executor or administrator is appointed, and their assets are distributed to their designated heirs or beneficiaries. If a will is not available, the estate is settled according to the state’s laws. Probate proceedings can be time-consuming and costly, often taking several months to over a year to complete. Our team has over a century of combined experience handling such cases, so if you need legal assistance to guide you through the probate process, we’re here to help.
What is the point of setting up a trust?
The primary purpose of a trust is to assist with asset management and distribution, both during your lifetime and after your death. Trusts can help avoid probate, maintain privacy, and provide security for your children or family members with special needs. Our attorneys have provided exceptional legal guidance to those in need of trust assistance, granting us a Superb Avvo Rating for our dedication and commitment to our clients. If you need help setting up a trust, we’re here for you.
What type of legal issues are involved in elder care?
Elder care involves various legal considerations, including long-term care planning, guardianship, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives—also called living wills—to help protect the healthcare and financial decisions of older individuals. Our firm helps elderly individuals in Louisiana avoid costly and damaging legal issues, including elder abuse and age discrimination. If you believe you or your loved one has been a victim of such abuse—or if you have questions about elder care—our firm can help your family address these legal matters.
What is the Medicaid family planning program?
The Medicaid family planning program provides low-income individuals with access to family planning services such as contraception, family counseling, and healthcare screenings with the goal of reducing unintended pregnancies and promoting reproductive health. However, eligibility requirements and covered services can vary by state. By working with our attorneys, who have earned an AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated distinction from Martindale-Hubbell, you can trust that you’re receiving the best legal guidance around. We can help you determine your eligibility and make sure you’re getting the care you need for your family.
What is Long-Term Care Medicaid Planning?
Medicaid planning is sometimes referred to as nursing home asset protection, and is designed to provide individuals with access to benefits that will help cover the high cost of long-term care without having to impoverish themselves and their families. There are generally two approaches to Medicaid planning, namely “crisis Medicaid planning” and “Medicaid preplanning.” Crisis Medicaid planning is designed to financially qualify individuals for Medicaid benefits within a very short period of time, while Medicaid preplanning is more forward thinking to avoid penalties that may be imposed by running afoul of the 60-month lookback period. Medicaid eligibility requirements vary by state. By working with our attorneys, who have earned an AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated distinction from Martindale-Hubbell, you can trust that you’re receiving the best legal guidance around. We can help you determine your eligibility and make sure you’re getting the care you need for your family.
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