La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 3401
Current with changes from the 2024 Legislative Session, Acts 3, and 6-86
When a nonresident dies leaving property situated in this state, a succession proceeding may be instituted in a court of competent jurisdiction in accordance with Article 2811.
Except as otherwise provided in this Title, the procedure in such a succession shall be the same as provided by law for the succession of a Louisiana domiciliary.
La. C.P. § 3401