Louisiana § RS 9:5302 - Fiduciary as mortgagee in trust for creditors

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 9:5302 — Fiduciary as mortgagee in trust for creditors, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ RS 9:5302. Fiduciary as mortgagee in trust for creditors

A fiduciary for the holders of the obligations secured by the mortgage may be named in the act as mortgagee in trust for the benefit of the creditors.  He shall be irrevocably appointed special attorney-in-fact for the holders of the obligations and vested with full power in their behalf to effect and enforce the mortgage for their benefit.

Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 9:5302

What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 9:5302 cover?

Section RS 9:5302 ("Fiduciary as mortgagee in trust for creditors") 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.

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