Proving Paternity for Inheritance in Oregon: Steps When Dad's Name Is Not on Your Birth Certificate
How to prove you are your father's child for inheritance when his name is not on your birth certificate (Oregon) Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer. This article explains general Oregon procedures and statutes to help you understand options. It is not legal advice. For help in a specific case, consult a licensed Oregon attorney […]
Read article →Protecting an Inheritance in Oregon When an Estate Is Contested — FAQ
Protecting an Inheritance in Oregon When an Estate Is Contested Short answer: Act quickly, preserve evidence, speak with the estate’s personal representative, and consult a probate attorney experienced in Oregon law. A combination of procedural steps and estate planning tools can reduce the risk that an inheritance is lost in a contest. Detailed answer — […]
Read article →How to Become the Personal Representative of a Sibling’s Intestate Estate in Oregon
Step-by-step guide to getting appointed the personal representative of an intestate sibling’s estate in Oregon This FAQ-style guide explains, in plain language, how someone can seek appointment as the personal representative (administrator) when a sibling dies without a will in Oregon. It uses typical facts you might encounter and points to Oregon law and court […]
Read article →Notifying Heirs and Interested Persons When Opening Probate in Oregon
Notifying Interested Persons and Heirs When You Open Probate in Oregon Detailed answer This overview explains, in plain language, who you must notify and how to notify them when you start a probate case under Oregon law. It uses a simple hypothetical to illustrate the common steps. This is educational information only and not legal […]
Read article →Selling a Deceased Home with a Reverse Mortgage in Oregon: Dealing with Renunciation Letters
How to sell a deceased homeowner’s house when the reverse mortgage lender asks for renunciation letters (Oregon) Short answer: The lender is asking for renunciation letters to confirm who has the legal authority (or who waives a claim) so it can accept a payoff or release the property for sale. In Oregon, selling a home […]
Read article →Oregon: What to Do When an Heir Refuses to Sign a Renunciation So You Can Be Appointed Personal Representative
Detailed answer Short version: If a person who has priority for appointment (for example, your uncle) refuses to sign a renunciation that would allow you to be appointed personal representative, you have practical and court-based options: try to persuade or negotiate with the relative, obtain a formal written renunciation, or ask the probate court to […]
Read article →First Step to Determine Legal Ownership of a Relative's Land — Oregon
How to Start Determining Who Owns Part of a Relative's Land in Oregon Quick answer The first step is to check the recorded land records at the county recorder or assessor where the property sits. Locate the deed (or deeds) that describe the parcel, get the legal description, and trace the chain of title back […]
Read article →Oregon: Handling Joint Bank Accounts and Jointly Owned Property When Someone Dies Without a Will
How Oregon Treats Joint Bank Accounts and Jointly Owned Property When a Person Dies Intestate This FAQ-style guide explains what typically happens to jointly held bank accounts and jointly owned property when someone dies without a will (intestate) in Oregon. It is written for readers with no legal background. This is educational information only and […]
Read article →Oregon: Reimbursable Expenses for Maintaining Estate Property Before Sale
Detailed Answer This section explains which costs a personal representative (executor or administrator) can usually pay and later be reimbursed from an Oregon estate while real property is being maintained and prepared for sale. It also explains how to document those expenses and when you should ask the probate court to approve payments. Who pays […]
Read article →How to Be Appointed Estate Administrator or Co-Administrator in Oregon
How to Be Appointed as an Estate Administrator or Co-Administrator in Oregon Disclaimer This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. I am not a lawyer. For advice about a specific estate or your situation, consult a licensed Oregon attorney or contact the probate court in the county where the […]
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