Title Services in New Orleans, Louisiana

Multiple offices serving every neighborhood in the Crescent City. From Uptown to New Orleans East, Algiers to Lakeview.

New Orleans Neighborhoods We Serve

Southern Title has multiple offices in and around New Orleans, ensuring convenient access to title and closing services no matter where your property is located.

Uptown

Downtown

Mid-City

Lakeview

Gentilly

New Orleans East

Algiers

Bywater

Marigny

Irish Channel

Broadmoor

Understanding Title Issues in New Orleans

New Orleans real estate comes with unique title considerations rooted in the city's history, Louisiana's civil law system, and the lasting effects of natural disasters. Here is what you should know.

Historic Properties

New Orleans is home to thousands of historic properties, many dating back to the 1800s. Title searches on these properties often require tracing ownership through centuries of conveyance records, successions, and partitions. Our team is experienced in navigating the unique title chains that come with historic New Orleans real estate.

Successions & Inheritance

Louisiana's civil law system handles inheritance differently than every other state. Community property rules, forced heirship, and usufruct rights create title complexities that require specialized knowledge. Many New Orleans properties have unresolved succession issues that must be cleared before a sale can close.

Post-Katrina Considerations

Properties affected by Hurricane Katrina may have additional title considerations, including Road Home program liens, SBA disaster loans, elevation certificate requirements, and insurance claim histories. Our team understands these issues and knows how to resolve them efficiently.

Multiple Ownership

Generational properties in New Orleans often have multiple heirs with undivided interests, sometimes across dozens of family members. Clearing title on these properties requires careful research and often involves succession proceedings. We handle these complex situations regularly.