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What Is the Oklahoma Probate Process? February 12, 2021
Probate is the legal process of establishing the validity of a will and distributing assets to any beneficiaries. The purpose of probate is to try to prevent any fraudulent claims to an estate. The ...
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How Does Intestate Succession Work in Oklahoma? December 1, 2020
Although it’s advisable for adults regardless of age, wealth, or health to have at least a valid will in place, not everyone does by the time they pass away. Some may even have their wills thrown out ...
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Why You Should Contest Guardianship During Probate October 29, 2020
When people with children younger than 18 are creating estate plans or drafting their wills, factoring in who will care for their children is a vital issue. No situation where a loved one passes away ...
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What Are Common Reasons for Contesting a Will? September 28, 2020
Under most circumstances, it’s difficult to challenge a will. Typically, only people who are named in them or are legal heirs – such as children and spouses – can bring a will contest forward and ...
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How Does Dying Without a Will Affect Probate? May 20, 2020
Intestacy refers to the condition of an estate when its owner dies without a valid will in place. There are a number of reasons why an estate can fall into intestacy, and it’s not always due to the ...
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The Most Common Reasons for Probate Litigation March 19, 2019
Probate is the legal process of settling someone’s affairs after they pass away. This may involve paying the deceased’s debts, proving to the court that the deceased’s will is valid, taking stock of ...
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