Louisiana Deed Forms

Louisiana Deed Forms

A Louisiana deed records the conveyance of a real property’s title from one individual to another. The document will list the owner of the property as the “grantor” and the person to whom the property is being transferred as the “grantee,” the “consideration” (compensation) for which the property is being transferred, and a description of the property.

Last updated June 10th, 2025

A Louisiana deed records the conveyance of a real property’s title from one individual to another. The document will list the owner of the property as the “grantor” and the person to whom the property is being transferred as the “grantee,” the “consideration” (compensation) for which the property is being transferred, and a description of the property.

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By Type (4)

General Warranty Deed – Provides the grantee with a warranty that there are no claims on the property, and that the grantor is the title holder.

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Quit Claim Deed – A conveyance instrument that isn’t accompanied by any warranty regarding the property title’s quality.

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Special Warranty Deed – A deed in which the grantor promises there are no claims or encumbrances on the property on their account.

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Cash Sale Deed – Used when the buyer pays in cash.

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Formatting

Paper – 8.5″ x 11″ or 8.5″ x 14″

Margins – 2″ top margin on first page, all other margins 1″

Font – At least 8pt^[1]

Recording

Signing Requirements – Deeds must be signed by the grantor, a notary public, and two witnesses.^[2]

Where to Record – Deeds are filed with the local Clerk of Court’s Office.^[3]

Cost – $100, $200 if more than 5 pages (as of this writing)^[4]

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