Petition for probate
La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 2851
in effect2851. Petition for probate
If the deceased is believed to have died testate, any person who considers that he has an interest in opening the succession may petition a court of competent jurisdiction for the probate and execution of the testament.
Source: Louisiana State Legislature (legis.la.gov)URL: https://legis.la.gov/legis/Law.aspx?d=111548Fetched: 10/20/2026
