Louisiana Estate Planning and Tax Law Attorney Serving New Orleans
Goode Tax and Estate Planning Law Group brings Baton Rouge-based legal counsel to New Orleans residents who need an estate planning attorney, succession lawyer, or business attorney without settling for less than top-tier representation.
Statewide Reach, Baton Rouge Roots
Our firm is based in Baton Rouge and serves clients throughout Louisiana, including New Orleans and the surrounding metro area. Whether you need a will drafted, a trust structured, a business formed, or a Medicaid plan put in place before a long-term care decision becomes urgent, you don't have to choose between proximity and quality.
Carl Goode holds the Super Lawyers designation — awarded to the top 5% of Louisiana attorneys — and has maintained it for approximately 15 years. He is also Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rated, the highest peer-review rating in the legal profession. New Orleans clients work directly with Carl and attorney Kim Goode, not with a rotating associate or a paralegal acting as a point of contact.
Legal Services Available to New Orleans Clients
Estate Planning
A well-built estate plan does more than transfer assets — it keeps your family out of a prolonged succession process and ensures your wishes are followed when you can no longer speak for yourself. We handle wills, trusts, powers of attorney, living wills, and Louisiana succession and probate matters for New Orleans individuals and families.
Tax Law
Whether you're navigating a tax dispute, trying to reduce your exposure before year-end, or working through a more complex tax relief situation, our tax law practice serves individuals and businesses throughout Louisiana. New Orleans clients receive the same direct-attorney access and plain-language guidance as our Baton Rouge clients.
Business Law
From LLC formation and contract drafting to business succession planning, we work with Louisiana business owners at every stage. If you're starting a company in New Orleans, protecting an existing one, or planning your exit, we can help you build a legal foundation that holds.
Elder Law
Medicaid planning and long-term care decisions are time-sensitive in ways that most families don't realize until they're already in the middle of a crisis. We work with seniors and their families across Louisiana — including New Orleans — to plan ahead, protect assets, and navigate the Medicaid system with a clear strategy.
Blended Families
Complex family dynamics can create uncertainty; thoughtful planning ensures everyone is considered and protected.
Why New Orleans Clients Choose Goode Tax and Estate Planning
- Super Lawyers designation held for approximately 15 years — top 5% of Louisiana attorneys
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rated, the highest peer-review distinction available
- Two licensed attorneys, Carl and Kim Goode, work directly with every client
- Carl Goode is a former U.S. Army JAG Corps Captain with three years of service
- Plain-language communication — no jargon, no condescension, no confusion
- Free initial phone consultation for new clients throughout Louisiana
Frequently Asked Questions from New Orleans Clients
Does Goode Tax and Estate Planning serve clients in New Orleans?
Yes. Our firm is based in Baton Rouge and serves clients throughout Louisiana, including New Orleans and the surrounding area. Many of our consultations begin by phone, making it straightforward for New Orleans residents to get started without traveling to our office.Can a Baton Rouge attorney handle my New Orleans estate planning or succession matter?
Louisiana law governs estate planning and succession statewide, so your location within Louisiana does not limit which licensed attorney can represent you. Carl and Kim Goode are licensed throughout the state and regularly assist clients who are not located in Baton Rouge.What is the difference between estate planning and Louisiana succession?
Estate planning is the work you do now — drafting wills, creating trusts, and putting legal documents in place before they're needed. Louisiana succession is the legal process that occurs after someone passes away to transfer their assets to heirs. A good estate plan is designed to make the succession process as simple as possible for the people you leave behind. You can learn more on our Louisiana Succession & Probate page.
Do you offer a free consultation for New Orleans clients?
Yes. We offer a free initial phone consultation for new clients throughout Louisiana. It's a straightforward conversation about your situation and whether our firm is the right fit. Call us at 225-663-8076 or use the contact form to get started. What types of business law services do you provide to New Orleans business owners? We assist New Orleans business owners with LLC and business formation, contract drafting and review, and business succession planning. If you're launching a new company, restructuring an existing one, or planning for ownership transition, our business law practice can help you move forward with a solid legal foundation.
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You don't need to be in Baton Rouge to work with one of Louisiana's most recognized estate planning and tax law firms. New Orleans clients receive the same direct attorney access, the same credentialed representation, and the same plain-language guidance we bring to every client relationship. Reach out today to get started.
