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Will Requirements in Louisiana
Important Notes
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The testator must be an adult
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The will must be written
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The will must be signed by the testator
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Signed in the presence of a notary and two competent witnesses
Legal Code
Age of Testator
- At least 16 years old to leave a bequest by will
Number of Witnesses
- Signed in the presence of a notary and two competent witnesses
Oral (Nuncupative) Wills
Holographic (Handwritten) Wills
Revocation of Wills
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