Estate Planning & Probate in West Feliciana Parish, Louisiana
Most West Feliciana Parish estate questions come down to one fork: avoid probate before a death, or work through it after one. Pick the path that fits, then work from the local District Court details.
The Probate Process in West Feliciana Parish
Probate is the court-supervised process of settling someone's estate after they die — validating the will, paying debts and taxes, and transferring what's left to the heirs. In West Feliciana Parish, probate runs through the District Court at 4785 Prosperity Street, St. Francisville. The court sits in the 20th Judicial District. West Feliciana Parish shares the 20th Judicial District with East Feliciana.
Full West Feliciana Parishprobate guide: cost, how to file & attorneys →Probate Court Record
District Court
West Feliciana Parish · 20th Judicial District
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Recording Deeds & Property Documents
Recording Office Record
Clerk of Court
West Feliciana Parish · Stewart B. Hughes
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E-recording
$100 for 1-5 pages, $200 for 6-25 pages, $300 for 26-50 pages, $300 plus $5 for each page beyond 50; transfer tax may need separate review.
Full recording details →Verified September 5, 2026 · Source
Local Procedures at the District Court
Advance payment of the indicated fees is required prior to any filing. When service through the Secretary of State is needed, an additional $50.00 check payable to the Secretary of State and a separate $40.44 Sheriff service check are required.
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