If you’ve recently lost a loved one in New Orleans, you may be wondering what happens to their home, bank accounts, or property. In Louisiana, we handle these matters through succession, which is our version of probate.
This legal process ensures that your loved one’s assets are properly transferred to their heirs. For families in New Orleans, these cases are usually filed at the Orleans Parish Civil District Court.
Here’s what the probate process looks like—and how we help you get through it with less stress.
Step 1: Is Succession Necessary?
If your loved one owned real estate, investment accounts, or had significant assets, a court-supervised succession is usually required. If the estate is small and meets certain conditions, we may be able to use a simplified affidavit process.
We’ll review your situation and help you determine the correct legal path forward.
Step 2: File in the Orleans Parish Civil District Court
Probate cases for New Orleans are filed in this court:
421 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70112
We prepare all required pleadings and manage the filing for you. In most cases, you won’t need to appear in court—we handle everything behind the scenes.
Step 3: Appoint an Executor or Administrator
If there’s a valid will, the executor named in it must be confirmed by the court. If there’s no will, a family member can request appointment as administrator. We’ll help you prepare the request and guide you through your responsibilities.
Step 4: Inventory the Estate and Settle Debts
This includes:
- Identifying assets and property
- Paying outstanding debts and final expenses
- Transferring titles and closing accounts
Step 5: Distribute the Assets
The process ends with a judgment of possession, which officially transfers ownership of the estate to the rightful heirs. This is a critical step and must be done properly to avoid title issues down the line.
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