Strategies for steering clear of the probate process
The death of a relative inevitably brings a host of tasks such as planning a funeral, notifying family members and tending to the immediate needs of grieving loved ones, but after all of that comes the difficult process of handling…
United Methodist congregations and disaffiliation
The leadership of some United Methodist churches in Oklahoma and across the country are aware of the possibility of disaffiliating from their denomination. One thing that could prevent these congregations from leaving is concern over ownership of a congregation’s real…
State requirements for ancillary probate
Ancillary probate is required when an individual from another state dies and owns property in Oklahoma. This court process allows non-state residents to transfer the ownership of their property to the right heirs and beneficiaries. The procedure is different from…
Should you set up a bypass trust?
Oklahoma residents with significant wealth prepare estate plans to ensure that their assets will be correctly managed and distributed after death. Worried couples often express concern about how to ensure that the surviving spouse inherits assets without also becoming responsible…
Here’s when wills get probated in Oklahoma
When a person dies, their will may go through a legal process called probate. This is a way for the court to determine if the will is valid and to give instructions on how the deceased person’s assets should be…
Important information about summary probate
Assets that are left behind in a deceased person’s estate must generally be probated. In Oklahoma, it may be possible to streamline the process if certain criteria are met. This may help to ease the emotional burden of those tasked…