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What steps do I need to take when the original estate administrator has died before completing the probate (MT)
How to proceed when the original estate administrator dies before probate is complete — Montana Detailed answer — what to…
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How long does it usually take to get an out-of-state will approved in Montana probate? (MT)
How long does it usually take to get an out-of-state will approved in Montana probate? This FAQ explains, in plain…
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How do I get the probate court’s permission to sell property in MT when the clerk’s office won’t explain filing requirements?
Getting Court Permission to Sell Estate Property in Montana When the Clerk’s Office Won’t Explain Filing Requirements Disclaimer: This is…
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What steps do I need to follow as executor to sell real property to pay estate debts? (MT)
Detailed Answer Short answer: As the executor (personal representative) in Montana, you must first confirm your authority, open and administer…
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Can I recover personal items that heirs removed from the house before I took possession and enforce the court’s order? (MT)
Detailed Answer — What you can do under Montana law Hypothetical: a Montana probate court issued a final order distributing…
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What Happens to a Safe Deposit Box After Someone Dies in MT?
Detailed Answer Short answer: In Montana, the contents of a deceased person’s safe deposit box generally become part of the…
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When Can an Executor Be Removed in Montana (MT)?
Detailed Answer — When can an executor (personal representative) be removed under Montana law? In Montana, the person who manages…
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What Happens if a Will Is Lost or Destroyed in Montana (MT)?
Understanding Lost or Destroyed Wills under Montana Law This FAQ explains how Montana law treats wills that are missing or…
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What Is “Probate in Common Form” in MT?
Understanding Probate in Common Form in Montana Short answer: “Probate in common form” (often called informal or ordinary probate in…
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Is probate administration required in Montana (MT) when there is no will?
Detailed Answer Short answer: Not always — but often. In Montana, whether probate administration is required when someone dies without…