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Louisiana Last Will and Testament

A Louisiana last will and testament is a legal document written by a testator to set forth instructions on how they wish to distribute their assets upon death. The testator must sign the will in the presence of two witnesses and a notary official.
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Updated February 09, 2025

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Who can make a will?

A competent person who is at least 16 years old.[1] To be considered competent, a person must be able to understand the “nature and consequences” of making a will.[2]

Signing Requirements

Must be signed in the presence of two or more competent witnesses and a notary official. Each page must be signed.[3]

A witness must not be “insane,” blind, or unable to sign their own name. Both witnesses must also be at least 16 years old.[4]

State Definition

“Will” is a hand-written testament, which is only valid if it is entirely written, dated, and signed by the testator.[5]

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Sources

  1. LA Civil Code § 1476
  2. LA Civil Code § 1477
  3. LA Civil Code § 1577
  4. LA Civil Code § 1581
  5. LA Civil Code § 1575