About Affidavit of Small Succession
Affidavit of Small Succession is a probate form used during estate settlement in Louisiana.
Where to get the official form
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Louisiana official probate forms →
Source: upclerk.com
Link last checked: August 17, 2026
How to file Affidavit of Small Succession in Louisiana
- Step 1 — Confirm you have the correct formDouble-check that Affidavit of Small Succession is the right form for your situation. Louisiana probate forms are revised periodically, so verify the name and number against your court's current form list before you start.
- Step 2 — Complete every required fieldFill out Affidavit of Small Succession carefully and review it for errors before filing. Probate cases can already take months — a small mistake on the form can set your timeline back further.
- Step 3 — Get it notarized or witnessed if requiredSome probate forms must be signed in front of a notary or witnesses. Check the instructions on the form itself, and arrange notarization before you file if it's required.
- Step 4 — File it with the correct courtSubmit Affidavit of Small Succession to the probate court or county clerk handling the estate — usually in the Louisiana county where the deceased lived. Ask the clerk how they prefer to receive filings (in person, by mail, or e-filing).