Louisiana § RS 9:2193 - Liability of beneficiary
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 9:2193 — Liability of beneficiary, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 9:2193. Liability of beneficiary
If the trust estate is not sufficient to indemnify a trustee for expenses properly incurred by him in the administration of a trust, a beneficiary shall be personally liable only if the trustee can show an express or implied contract between that beneficiary and himself that would entitle the trustee to indemnity.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 9:2193
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 9:2193 cover?
Section RS 9:2193 ("Liability of beneficiary") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Louisiana § RS 9:2193?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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How does Louisiana § RS 9:2193 apply to my situation?
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