Losing a loved one is a deeply emotional and difficult time. While grieving, it can be overwhelming to think about the legal and financial matters that must be addressed. If you have been named as the Personal Representative of an estate in North Dakota, it is important to understand your responsibilities and the steps involved in the probate process. With that in mind, an attorney at Thompson Law discusses ten common steps in the North Dakota probate process, offering you clarity and direction … [Read more...] about 10 Common Steps in the North Dakota Probate Process

When a loved one passes away, navigating the legal steps can feel overwhelming, especially during a period of grief. If you’ve been named the Personal Representative of a Minnesota estate, knowing the probate steps that you will be required to navigate can make a challenging process more manageable. With that in mind, an attorney at Thompson Law discusses the steps commonly involved in the Minnesota probate process as well as what you can do to limit your own estate’s exposure to … [Read more...] about Understanding the Probate Process in Minnesota

If you recently lost a loved one, and you are in charge of administering the estate that was left behind, you are likely feeling a bit intimidated by the prospect of dealing with the legal system. While it is always best to consult with an experienced probate attorney before doing anything, you should learn what you can about the Minnesota probate process as well. Minnesota, like most states, offers an alternative to probate for small estates. To help you decide if the estate you are … [Read more...] about Is There a Small Estate Probate Process in Minnesota?

The death of a family member or loved one is never easy. When you also find yourself in charge of the legal process of administering the decedent’s estate, it can be overwhelming. Consulting with an experienced probate attorney is always wise to avoid making mistakes. To get you started, however, a Grand Forks attorney at Thompson Law offers a Minnesota probate checklist for the Executor. Probate Basics Probate is the name given to the legal process that serves to administer a decedent's … [Read more...] about Minnesota Probate Checklist for the Executor

Probate can be a lengthy process that culminates in the distribution of assets to the beneficiaries and/or heirs of the estate. Before assets can be distributed, however, those assets must be identified, secured, and valued. All that is part of completing a probate inventory. If you are the Executor or Personal Representative of an estate, one of your responsibilities will be to inventory the estate assets at the beginning and end of the probate process. To help you better understand, the Grand … [Read more...] about How to Do a Probate Inventory in North Dakota

When a family member or loved one passes away, the legal process that follows is referred to as “probate.” Several important things occur during probate, any one of which might directly impact you. As such, you might need information about the probate of an estate. For specific questions or concerns about the probate of an estate it is always best to consult with a probate attorney.  For general information, however, a Grand Forks attorney at Thompson Law explains how to find information about … [Read more...] about How Do I Find Information about the Probate of an Estate in North Dakota?