Losing a loved one is hard enough without the added stress of navigating Louisiana's succession process. If your family is based in New Orleans, our legal team is here to help you handle probate efficiently and compassionately.

At Scott | Vicknair, Estate & Probate Division, we’ve helped families throughout Orleans Parish transfer estates, settle debts, and avoid costly legal mistakes. Whether your loved one left a will or not, we’ll guide you every step of the way.

New Orleans cityscape representing local succession services

Our New Orleans Probate Services Include:

  • Filing successions with Orleans Civil District Court
  • Handling uncontested and contested estates
  • Real estate transfers and property issues
  • Small succession affidavits
  • Professional estate administration

Why Families in New Orleans Choose Us

  • Decades of experience with Orleans Civil District Court
  • Clear fixed fee options to avoid surprises
  • Bilingual support available (English/Spanish)
  • Trusted by local families, law firms, and realtors

Local Probate Court Info:

Orleans Parish Civil District Court where successions are filed in New Orleans

Successions for New Orleans residents are typically filed in the Orleans Parish Civil District Court. We are deeply familiar with this court’s procedures and personnel.

What to Do Next

Whether you’re just starting to gather documents or you’re already feeling stuck, we can help. Let us take the weight off your shoulders.

📞 Ready to get started? Call our office today or schedule your consultation online. See below for full contact details.

 

Brad Scott
Experienced estate planning, estate litigation and Louisiana succession attorney.