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LOUISIANA DEED OF CONVEYANCE - WARRANTY

(Two Individuals to Husband and Wife)

State of Louisiana

Parish of

I. PARTIES

THIS DEED of Conveyance is made and entered into by and between:

Vendors:

whose address is

whose address is

Vendees:

a married man whose wife's name is (formerly )

whose address is

A married woman, formerly , the wife of

whose address is

II. CONSIDERATION AND CONVEYANCE

BE IT KNOWN, that on this the day of , 20, before me, the undersigned authority, and in the presence of the two undersigned competent witnesses personally came and appeared the Vendors, who declared that, for and in consideration of the price and sum of

() ($)

Dollars, receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged and full acquittance and discharge thereof given, does hereby grant, bargain, sell, convey, deliver and warrant with full guarantee of actions of warranty against all former proprietors of the property herein conveyed, together with all rights of prescription, whether acquisitive or liberative, to which Vendors may be entitled, and the entire owner interest of Vendors, including but not limited to all oil, gas and other mineral rights and interests of whatever kind or nature, unto the Vendees here present and accepting and acknowledging due delivery and possession thereof, all of the right, title, and interest that the Vendors have or may have in and to the following described land situated in the Parish of State of Louisiana, to-wit:

See Legal Description Attached as Exhibit A incorporated by reference as though set forth in full

Legal Description:

Street address of property:

Prior instrument reference: Book Page Document No. of the Recorder of Parish, Louisiana.

III. HABENDUM AND APPURTENANCES

LESS AND EXCEPT:

SUBJECT to all easements, rights-of-way, protective covenants and mineral reservations of record, if any.

TO HAVE AND TO HOLD same unto Vendees, and unto Vendees' heirs and assigns forever, with all appurtenances thereunto belonging.

VENDORS do for Vendors and Vendors' heirs, personal representatives, executors and assigns forever hereby covenant with VENDEES that Vendors are lawfully seized in fee simple of said premises; that the premises are free from all encumbrances, unless otherwise noted above; that Vendors have a good right to sell and convey the same as aforesaid; and to forever warrant and defend the title to the said lands against all claims whatever.

TO HAVE AND TO HOLD to the said Vendees as joint tenants with rights of survivorship and not as tenants in common or community property with rights of survivorship or community property without rights of survivorship, their heirs, personal representatives, executors and assigns forever.

The certificate of mortgage is hereby waived by the parties, and evidence of the payment of taxes produced, and the Notary is relieved of the requirement of filing this instrument.

DONE AND PASSED at my office in Parish, State of Louisiana, in the presence of and lawful witnesses on this day of 20

WITNESSES:

________________________________________

Signature of Witness

________________________________________

Vendor

________________________________________

Signature of Witness

________________________________________

Vendor

State of Louisiana, Parish of

BEFORE ME, a Notary Public, duly commissioned and qualified in and for the County/Parish and State aforesaid, and in the presence of and the undersigned, competent witnesses,

PERSONALLY CAME AND APPEARED:

to me known to be the person whose name is subscribed within instrument and acknowledged and declared unto me, Notary, that he executed the same as his own free and voluntary act and deed for the objects and purposes therein set forth.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and official seal and the said appearer and the said witnesses have hereunto affixed their signatures this day of

________________________________________

Notary Public

________________________________________

Notary Identification Number

* COMMUNITY PROPERTY AGREEMENT

It is hereby agreed by and between and Husband and Wife, Vendees herein, that the above described community property shall, in the event of the death of one spouse, vest in and belong to the surviving spouse.

________________________________________

Vendee

________________________________________

Vendee

* Note: Complete this section only if you and your spouse specifically elect to take the property as community property with rights of survivorship.

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What the Mineral Deed Form Is and when it’s used

A Mineral Deed Form is a legal instrument that transfers ownership of subsurface mineral rights—oil, gas, coal, metals, or other extractive resources—from one party to another. It identifies the grantor and grantee, describes the mineral estate by legal description, states the consideration, and contains conveyancing language and any reservations. The form must be executed, usually notarized, and recorded in the county where the land is located to protect priority of interests and enable royalty and lease administration.

Why a clear Mineral Deed Form matters

A properly drafted Mineral Deed Form creates a clear chain of title for mineral interests, prevents disputes over ownership and royalties, and ensures recording priority. Accurate execution and timely recording reduce litigation risk and support correct royalty payments and lease negotiations.

Why a clear Mineral Deed Form matters

Who commonly prepares and signs Mineral Deed Forms

Each party’s involvement affects required supporting documentation, signature authority, and recording steps.

  • Mineral owners and lessors who convey or reserve rights during sales or estate transfers.
  • Energy companies and operators acquiring interests for exploration, leasing, or production.
  • Title companies and attorneys conducting curative work and preparing recording documents.

Core components that every professional Mineral Deed Form includes

A professional Mineral Deed Form groups clear conveyance language, a precise legal description, consideration, reservations, execution blocks, and recording data to ensure enforceability and easy acceptance by county recording offices.

Grantor/Grantee

Full legal names and capacities of parties, including entity type and authorization, to avoid later identity disputes and to show who conveys and who receives mineral rights.

Legal Description

A metes-and-bounds or lot/section/township/range description that ties the mineral interest to recorded property; vague descriptions can render the conveyance unrecordable.

Conveyance Language

Explicit words of grant that transfer the mineral estate, specifying whether the entire estate, a fractional interest, or a specified royalty is conveyed.

Reservations

Clauses that reserve rights (e.g., easements, prior royalties, or specified layers) must be clear and are often decisive in later title disputes.

Consideration

Statement of the dollar amount or other consideration exchanged; required for many recording offices and relevant to transfer tax or documentary stamp calculations.

Execution and Notary

Signature blocks, dates, and notary acknowledgement (and witness lines where required) to satisfy state recording requirements.

Step-by-step: completing and recording a Mineral Deed

Follow these sequential steps to prepare, execute, and record a Mineral Deed to protect priority and ensure proper title transfer.

  • 01
    Prepare Parties: Confirm legal names and authority.
  • 02
    Draft Deed: Include clear conveyance and legal description.
  • 03
    Execute: Sign before notary and required witnesses.
  • 04
    Record: File at county recorder promptly.

Online workflow settings for eSigning and recording preparation

Configure these settings when using an eSignature workflow to ensure correct signer order and required notarization steps.

Field Configuration
Recipient Roles Grantor | Grantee | Notary
Authentication Email + SMS code or ID proofing for notary
Notary Handling Allow remote notary session or in-person notarization
Final PDF Flattened, audit-trail attached for recording

How eSigning and eSubmission fits into a Mineral Deed workflow

A digital signing workflow can collect signatures, capture evidence, and produce a recording-ready PDF while preserving an audit trail.

  • Upload Document: Begin with the final draft PDF
  • Assign Signers: Designate grantor and notary
  • Authenticate: Use SMS or ID verification
  • Export for Recording: Produce signed PDF with acknowledgement

Technical considerations for digital completion and recording

Ensure your eSignature platform supports required output formats, authentication levels, and integration for title workflows.

  • Formats: PDF/A, DOCX supported
  • Integrations: Title systems & cloud storage
  • Authentication: SMS, KBA, or ID proofing

Security and compliance features to protect signed Mineral Deeds

Encryption: AES-256 at rest
Transit: TLS 1.2/1.3 in transit
Audit Trail: Detailed timestamps and IP logging
Certifications: SOC 2 Type II available
Regulatory: ESIGN and UETA compliant
HIPAA Support: BAA available where required

Consequences of errors or missing steps

Recording Rejection: Loss of priority
Title Defect: Litigation or curative costs
Royalty Loss: Misallocated payments
Tax Exposure: Incorrect transfer reporting
Invalid Execution: Deed may be voidable
Forgery Risk: Criminal and civil liability

Common pitfalls when preparing Mineral Deed Forms

  • Using an imprecise legal description that does not match prior recorded instruments, which can lead to recording rejection or competing claims.
  • Omitting or misstating reservations and existing royalties, causing future disputes and unexpected payment obligations.
  • Failing to confirm the signer’s authority when a corporate or trust entity conveys mineral interests, which can require curative filings.
  • Delaying recording after execution; priority of later purchases can supersede unrecorded interests and complicate title insurance.

Timing and processing expectations for Mineral Deed transactions

While no universal federal deadline exists for recording, timely execution and prompt county recording preserve priority and reduce dispute risk.

Recording Timeline:

Record as soon as practical to protect priority

Notary Timing:

Sign and notarize within the same session where required

Title Curative:

Allow weeks for curative research and supplemental instruments

County Processing:

Response time varies by county, often days to weeks

Tax Reporting:

Report transfers per state/local documentary tax rules

Key milestones from drafting to recorded deed

Track these numbered milestones to maintain momentum and protect recording priority throughout the transaction lifecycle.

01

1. Draft and Review

Prepare deed text and confirm title references before execution

02

2. Sign and Notarize

Execute in presence of notary and required witnesses

03

3. Submit to Recorder

Deliver signed originals and pay recording fees

04

4. Obtain Recorded Copy

Secure stamped recorded deed and distribute to parties

Practical examples from property and title professionals

Practitioners report that digital workflows reduce turnaround while preserving necessary evidence for recording and title work.

Martin Properties

Real estate managers use digital signing for conveyances to speed execution and maintain compliance.

  • Tim Martin, Founder: "I can process and execute all of these documents online with 100% compliance and built-in security."
  • The ability to get executed and notarized documents back quickly reduced closing delays and simplified distribution to title and accounting teams.

BIS

Companies with enterprise requirements prefer a platform meeting strong security standards.

  • Dan Rotelli, CEO: "We felt most comfortable with airSlate SignNow given their SOC 2 certification and strict focus on ESIGN and UETA act compliance."
  • That focus helped internal audit teams accept digital evidence and reduced manual handling for title records.

Common eSignature vendor comparison for Mineral Deed workflows

Platform selection affects cost, authentication, and compliance options; the table below summarizes starting price and common enterprise capabilities.

signNow DocuSign Adobe Sign PandaDoc HelloSign
Starting Price $8/user/mo $15/user/mo $14/user/mo $19/user/mo $15/user/mo
Free Trial Yes, 7-day free trial No No Yes, limited Yes, limited
Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No
Envelope Cap No cap 100 envelopes/user/year Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan

Frequently asked questions about Mineral Deed Forms and eSigning

Answers to common questions about legal validity, notarization, recording, and digital signatures for Mineral Deed Forms.


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