Hattie Vaughn Guidry, Estate Planning Attorney in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hattie concentrates on estate planning, formation, litigation, and zoning. Each area below outlines the kind of case Hattie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Estate Planning

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• Formation

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• Litigation

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• Zoning

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Hattie's primary office is at II City Plaza, 400 Convention Street, Suite 700, Baton Rouge, LA, 70802. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Hattie usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Hattie discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Hattie for a estate planning case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Hattie walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Hattie offer a free consultation?

  Hattie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Hattie's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Hattie's current terms during booking.

• How long do estate planning cases in Louisiana typically take?

  Simple estate planning matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Hattie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Hattie take my case if I'm outside Baton Rouge?

  Hattie is licensed in Louisiana. Matters governed by Louisiana law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Hattie will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Hattie?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Hattie will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Hattie accepting new estate planning clients right now?

  Hattie's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.