In general, if you have property in two states, it is much more cost effective and easier to set up a Trust rather than go through the probate...

My mother in law says she has permission to sell tools my husband inherited from her father, can she do that?

You will need to seek the advice of an attorney and share additional information before the attorney would be able to let you know what your...

Do I need to pay utilities for a deceased parent?

I am sorry to hear about your loss. Since your mother passed away with a Will, you should visit with a probate attorney to help you understand the...

Can an attorney help sell unused cemetery plots out of state?

I would contact the cemetery first and see if they are willing to assist you with the sale of the plots. If you would prefer not to handle it at...

How do I remove my deceased father's name from property?

My condolences for your loss. Depending on how everything is owned and titled, your mother may need to open a probate to transfer titles. Although...

You can pull a copy of the deed at the Register of Deeds office in Rapid City, SD. You will have to pay a nominal fee to pull the deed (usually...

What is a surviving second wife entitled to when husband's will gives all his estate to his three sons from a previous marriage?

Unfortunately, this is not a simple answer and depends on a number of factors such as was there any children with the second wife, how long were...

What is the best way to organize our estate so that it lessens the probilility of ou 3 children fighting over it?when we die?

As an experienced estate planning and elder law attorney, I can tell you that every estate plan is different. You will need to visit with a...

This is hard to answer as there are many factors that can influence the timeline. Assuming all of the creditor's claims periods have expired, the...

What paperwork is involved in filing for an evidentiary hearing in family court concerning adult guardianship?

The judge will want you to present evidence to show why the current guardian and conservator should be removed and someone else should be named....