Ciolino & Onstott, LLC

01/23/2026

Attorney Max Ciolino wrote a blog post for the New Orleans Bar Association that is a combination of legal advice on inter-generational home ownership and also a reflection on his first Holiday season with his son. You can read the full text here!

I wouldn’t venture a guess as to how often I get a call to open a succ

01/06/2026

The Chopin Law Firm LLC interviewed Max Ciolino for Justin Chopin's "Above the Legal Limit" podcast. Justin and Max discussed starting a law firm, the probate process, and.... defective air mattresses (??). Watch the full episode here!

The Butterfly Effect of Every Choice Looking back, would you change the path that got you here? Two lawyers open up about risk, regret, and the lessons behi...

12/17/2024

Do you have children under the age of 24, or who have disabilities that prevent them from managing their own affairs at any age? If so, read this blog post on Forced Heirship, a Louisiana law that may effect your estate planning efforts.

Discover Louisiana's unique forced heirship law, protecting young and disabled children from disinheritance. Learn who qualifies as a forced heir, what portion of the estate must be allocated, and how to navigate estate planning with legal guidance. Contact Ciolino & Onstott for expert assistance!

12/10/2024

If you're wondering whether your will, or a will you have an interest in, is valid, check out this blog post on the form requirements for a valid will under Louisiana law! As always, Ciolino & Onstott, LLC will review any Last Will & Testament free of charge to discuss issues affecting validity, and to make sure your Testament will have the intended effects.

Losing a loved one is one of life's most challenging experiences, and dealing with legal matters in the midst of grief can be overwhelming. One important step is ensuring that you and your loved ones’ have wills, and that those wills are valid under Louisiana law.

11/22/2024

Want to learn more about the Louisiana succession process? Check out our blog post below!

Navigating the succession process after the loss of a loved one can be overwhelming, but with the guidance of an experienced attorney, it becomes more manageable.

11/13/2024

Attorney Max Ciolino was so honored when Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Co. asked him to participate in their client testimonial series. We've been customers with Gulf Coast Bank for years, and were excited to tell the world about their high level of services. Check out the video below!

10/01/2024

We recently started a blog on our website, which will offer information and tips on your succession, estate planning, business, real estate, and personal injury legal needs.

Click the link below to check out our first succession post "Choosing an attorney."

Losing a loved one is a profoundly emotional experience, and finding an attorney that you can trust to help you manage and settle their estate can be very stressful. However, hiring the right attorney can make the process faster, easier, and less stressful for you and your family. Here are a few tip...

07/18/2024

Thanks Andrea! We're so glad to hear that you had a great experience with our firm.

07/02/2024

Thanks Michael! We were happy to help.

06/11/2024

Thanks Mark! We're so glad we get to work with you and your team.

05/16/2024

Thanks Imtiaz! We're so grateful for your referrals, and that we get to work with you from time to time!

05/09/2024

This is the same podcast episode that we shared yesterday, but with a better description and background photo. Thanks to Armando Leduc and Leduc Entertainment for inviting us to the podcast, and for all the work they put into it!

IT'S OUT NOW! 🔥

Max Ciolino is an attorney and environmental activist in New Orleans. He founded his law firm, Ciolino & Onstott in 2015, the day after he was sworn in as an attorney. Max also founded a zero-waste advocacy non-profit and served as the President for four years. He is also a current board member of the Alliance for Affordable Energy. When he's not advocating for his clients or for a sustainable future, Max enjoys spending time with his wife and friends, running, learning to cook vegetarian meals, or reading as much fiction as his weary eyes will allow.

Spotify Link → https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spaghettionthewall
Youtube Link → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvKOnwf5kWDsBM7SygqaqjhL9H2COgplQ