Confirming an Original Will in Kansas
How to confirm whether a will is an original document under Kansas law This FAQ explains how to tell if the will you received is the original or only a copy, what Kansas law says about originals and lost wills, and what steps to take next. This is educational information and not legal advice. Detailed […]
Read article →Kansas: What Happens If the Original Will Is Lost or Damaged in the Mail?
Detailed Answer Short answer: If the original will is lost or damaged in the mail before it reaches the probate court, Kansas law allows the court to admit secondary evidence (for example, a copy plus witness testimony) to prove the will’s contents and that the decedent did not revoke it. The person asking the court […]
Read article →Recovering Surplus Funds After a Tax Sale in Kansas
Detailed Answer Overview. When a parcel of real property is sold at a Kansas tax sale because property taxes were not paid, the county collects the sale proceeds, applies them to the unpaid taxes, interest, penalties and sale costs. If the sale brings in more money than is owed for taxes and lawful charges, the […]
Read article →Kansas: What Powers Does a Financial Power of Attorney Give Your Agent?
Understanding the Powers a Financial Power of Attorney Gives an Agent in Kansas Disclaimer: This is educational information and not legal advice. For advice about your specific situation, consult a licensed Kansas attorney. Detailed Answer — What a financial power of attorney can authorize in Kansas In Kansas, a financial power of attorney (POA) is […]
Read article →Kansas: How to File a Motion to Claim Surplus Funds After a Home Foreclosure
Can I file a motion to determine my right to surplus funds after my mom’s property was foreclosed? Short answer: Yes—if a foreclosure sale produced money left over after paying the foreclosing lender and other authorized claims, you can ask the Kansas district court to determine who is entitled to that surplus and to order […]
Read article →Funds Held in Trust and Unrecorded Deeds in Kansas: When Escrow Funds May Be Released
Short answer — when it’s safe to release escrow or trust funds in Kansas Detailed answer (how Kansas law treats unrecorded deeds and escrow funds) Under Kansas law, recording a deed gives constructive notice to the world about changes in ownership. Until an instrument is recorded, a later purchaser or lender who takes in good […]
Read article →If a Will Wasn’t Properly Signed in Kansas — Probate Consequences and Next Steps
Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer and this is not legal advice. This article explains general principles under Kansas law to help you understand common outcomes and options if a will is found to be improperly signed during probate. For advice about a specific estate, consult a Kansas probate attorney. Detailed answer — what happens […]
Read article →Kansas: How to Compel Sale of a House and Distribute Proceeds When a Spouse Refuses
Detailed Answer — Selling Real Property After a Decedent’s Will Directs Sale (Kansas) Short summary: If a will directs that real estate be sold and the surviving spouse resists, the usual routes in Kansas are (1) probate the will and ask the probate court to authorize a sale and order distribution, (2) ask the court […]
Read article →Kansas: Attending a Court Hearing to Approve a Minor's Settlement — What to Expect
What to expect at a Kansas court hearing to approve a minor's settlement Short answer: In Kansas, courts normally require a formal hearing before approving a settlement for a minor. A parent or guardian (and the minor’s attorney, if any) should plan to attend. The judge’s job is to protect the minor’s legal and financial […]
Read article →Kansas — Guardian ad Litem for a Minor’s Injury Settlement: Role and Who Can Serve
Understanding the Role of a Guardian ad Litem in a Minor’s Injury Settlement in Kansas Disclaimer: This is educational information only and not legal advice. Laws change and every case is different. Consult a licensed Kansas attorney or the court before making legal decisions. Detailed Answer When a minor (someone under 18) has a personal […]
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