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Morgan Travis Allison

Morgan Travis Allison

Allison & Allison
  • Estate Planning, Elder Law, Family Law
  • Louisiana
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Biography

Author and attorney Morgan Allison earned a Juris Doctorate from the LSU Hebert Law Center in 2001. He practices family and estate law in Houma, Louisiana with his wife and law partner Elizabeth Allison. In addition to his legal skills, Mr. Allison brings extensive technological skills from years of computer software coding and forensic computer investigation to the service of his clients.

Mr. Allison has served the community as a volunteer EMT/firefighter, District Chairman for the Boy Scouts of America, and currently as a member of the board of directors of the Houma Rotary Club.

Practice Areas
Estate Planning
Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
Elder Law
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Fees
  • Free Consultation
    Up to one hour one-on-one with an attorney.
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    We help take away the complication and stress of dealing with legal fees. Our innovative fee structure means you can budget effectively for the services you need and never be surprised by a legal bill.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Louisiana
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Attorney
Allison & Allison
- Current
Education
Louisiana State University - Baton Rouge
J.D. (2001)
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Professional Associations
Academy of Special Needs Planners
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Louisiana State Bar
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Louisiana Estate Planning for Special Needs Families
Allison Legal Series
Speaking Engagements
Special Needs Trusts, Houma, Louisiana
Bayouland Families Helping Families
Special Needs Trusts, Annual Meeting, Houma, Louisiana
TARC
Websites & Blogs
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Legal Answers
7 Questions Answered
Q. Is a succession necessary if the person has no legal heirs just a surviving spouse?
A: Yes. A succession is necessary to transfer ownership to whomever inherits and to separate out the spouses' interests in the community property.
Q. Louisiana Law, what does it mean when the will says "estate shall pass to my descendants, per stirpes?"
A: "Per Stirpes" means "by branch" as opposed to "per capita" which would be by the person. So, in this case, daughter A's children receive her share and each gets 1/4 of it.

Daughter B would have to split the property with Daughter A's four children, but not evenly. Daughter B would get half and each of the four children would get 1/8.
Q. What is Louisiana civil code 996 and where can I get a copy
A: You can get all of Louisiana codified state law here: https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/lawsearch.aspx

There is no Civil Code Art. 996 nor code of Civil Procedure Art. 996. Not sure what you are looking for.
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Contact & Map
Main Office
7836 Park Ave.
Houma, LA 70364
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Telephone: (985) 853-8557
Fax: (985) 873-8882