Practices from Alexandria in Rapides Parish, taking successions from the petition to open through the inventory, creditor claims and the judgment of possession. Represents beneficiaries, trustees and personal representatives in will and trust litigation, including fraudulent conveyances and removal of fiduciaries. Charles D. Elliott has practiced since 1993.
Alexandria is in Rapides Parish.
Probate in Rapides Parish
Probate Court Record
Rapides Parish District Court
Rapides Parish · 9th Judicial District
Phone
Hours
Monday-Friday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Office
701 Murray Street, Suite 102, Alexandria, LA 71301
Website
E-filing
Self-represented filing
Allowed
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Verified October 15, 2026 · Source
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