Marksville firm in Avoyelles Parish handling successions and probate, trust administration, estate taxes and acts of donation, along with wills and powers of attorney. Also handles property transfers, property divisions and community property settlements. Attorney Jenny Donaghey-Beckham's practice includes estate planning and successions.
Marksville is in Avoyelles Parish.
Probate in Avoyelles Parish
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Avoyelles Parish District Court
Avoyelles Parish · 12th Judicial District
Phone
Hours
Monday-Friday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Office
312 North Main Street, Marksville, LA 71351
Website
E-filing
Self-represented filing
Allowed
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Verified October 15, 2026 · Source
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