Tips for Avoiding Mistakes During the Probate Process
- posted: Mar. 30, 2024
Losing a loved one is never easy, and navigating the subsequent legal intricacies can feel overwhelming. Probate, the process of settling a deceased person's estate, can be complex and fraught Read More
Common Disputes That Arise During Probate
- posted: Apr. 30, 2023
In the aftermath of the death of a loved one, it can be difficult to manage all of the logistics that arise when dealing with an estate. Emotions are often Read More
What Happens if Someone Dies Without a Will?
- posted: Jan. 19, 2022
Wills and other estate planning tools give people the opportunity to decide, while they are living, who will get their property after they die. Nevertheless, some people pass away without Read More
Common Reasons for Probate Litigation
- posted: Sep. 21, 2021
There are several situations in which estate administrators, heirs and other family members find themselves in probate litigation. If a will names someone as a beneficiary, but the bequest given Read More
South Dakota’s Simplified Probate Process for Small Estates
- posted: May 12, 2021
If you are a surviving spouse or descendant of someone who has passed away with a small amount of property, or you are the executor of an estate with minimal Read More
What Types of Property Transfers Are Excluded from Probate?
- posted: Oct. 19, 2020
Probate is a court proceeding that occurs when a deceased has left a will to direct how his or her assets are to be distributed. In the absence of a Read More
Four Reasons to Consider a Living Trust
- posted: Mar. 30, 2020
Most people know that a will is an essential element in an estate plan, but there are other instruments worth considering. Living trusts can help you accomplish different goals for Read More
