Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Louisiana

Wills

I am told that in Louisiana a Last Will and Testament can not be typed or printed. It must be hand written. I am also told that it does not have to be wittnessed.

Can you please clarify this for me.

Thank you


Asked on 2/11/07, 10:44 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Myrna Arroyo Myrna E. Arroyo, LLC

Re: Wills

That is incorrect. Louisiana law allows for both typed and handwritten wills. The handwritten version (called an olographic will) must be written entirely in the testator's hand, signed by the testator and dated. You can also do a notarial will, which is typed and signed by the testator before a notary and two witnesses. In any event, get some advice from an attorney before you execute either, to make sure your will complies with the requirements of the Louisiana Civil Code.

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Answered on 2/11/07, 10:54 am


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