Louisiana Probate Forms
Common probate forms used during estate settlement in Louisiana. Each page explains what the form is for, where to download the official version, and how to file it.
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Administrator's BondForm Form 17Verified PDFTo secure the faithful performance of duties by an administrator in the administration of a succession estate.Administrator's BondForm Form 17Verified PDFTo secure the faithful performance of duties by an administrator appointed to manage and distribute the assets of a deceased person's estate.Affidavit of Death and HeirshipVerified PDFTo establish the death of a person and identify their heirs through a sworn affidavit, typically used in small succession proceedings.LettersForm Form 16 (rev. 06/21)Verified PDFA court-issued certificate confirming the appointment of an administrator, curator, trustee, or executor for an estate.Letters TestamentaryForm FORM 1 - Rev. 3/00Verified PDFThis form grants authority to an executor to collect property and perform lawful acts on behalf of a deceased testator's estate.Notice to PublishForm FORM 47 (REVISED 12/19/19)Verified PDFThis form notifies creditors and interested parties of a succession estate that an account and tableau of distribution has been presented and provides them seven days to object before approval and homologation.Surety BondVerified PDFEstablishes a legal obligation binding a principal and sureties to the Governor of Louisiana to secure faithful performance of duties, typically by an executor, administrator, or other fiduciary in a probate proceeding.Surety BondVerified PDFEstablishes a financial guarantee by a principal and sureties to ensure faithful performance of duties incumbent upon an officer or fiduciary.
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