Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Louisiana

In Louisiana, what document is more legally binding, an affidavit of death & heirship or a judgment of possession in succession?


Asked on 1/13/11, 7:47 am

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Adam Lambert The Law Office of Adam S. Lambert

The Judgment of Possession. It actually puts the heirs in possession of the property of the estate. The Affidavit of Death and Heirship is simply a document signed by a relative, friend, or neighbor wherein they attest to the status of the decedent (where he lived, how many kids he had, etc.). The Judgment is the document that actually conveys ownership of the property.

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Answered on 1/18/11, 11:02 am


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