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Testate successions occur when there is a valid will. Testate successors are called ?legatees.? When the succession is intestate, the Louisiana Civil Code determines who inherits the decedent's estate. If the decedent died testate, the will governs who inherits the decedent's estate, assuming the will is valid.

The small succession process involves filing a small succession affidavit with the court, which includes a sworn descriptive list of assets and other required information. Once the affidavit is approved, the heirs can transfer the property and assets without the need for a court-supervised probate process.

Affidavit of Death, Domicile, and Heirship: This document establishes the date of death, domicile, and relationship of the decedent to the heirs. Sworn Descriptive List of Assets and Liabilities: This document lists all assets and liabilities of the decedent at the time of death.

The succession laws in Louisiana are unique, which can make DIY templates invalid. The Louisiana Legislature also meets multiple times a year, which can lead to the succession laws changing frequently. So, while you can legally file a succession without a lawyer, it is not recommended.

The affidavit must include information about the heirs and the estate, including the parish where the affidavit is being filed, the date of the death of the decedent and the domicile at the time of death, the decedent's marital status, and a sworn descriptive list of assets with their values.

For simple successions, court costs can range from $300.00 to $600.00 depending on the parish where the succession will be filed. When an administration is needed for an estate, court costs will be higher depending on the filings necessary to complete the administration and can range from $1,500.00 up to $3,000.00.