Utah — Securing a Deceased Person’s Home and Preventing Siblings from Removing Belongings
Detailed Answer: Immediate steps to protect property and legal options under Utah law Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer and this is not legal advice. This article explains common options and Utah law references to help you understand next steps. For case-specific guidance, consult a Utah probate attorney or the probate court in the county […]
Read article →Utah: How to Become the Administrator (Personal Representative) When a Parent Dies Without a Will
What to know about asking the court to appoint a personal representative when a person dies intestate in Utah Detailed Answer If your father died without a will (intestate) in Utah, the state court can appoint a personal representative (commonly called an administrator) to handle his estate. The court follows Utah’s probate rules and the […]
Read article →Utah: Order of Succession Among Children When Someone Dies Without a Will
How Utah decides which children inherit when someone dies without a will Short answer: Under Utah law, if a person dies intestate (without a valid will) and has no surviving spouse, their estate generally goes to their surviving children and to the descendants of any child who died before the decedent. When a deceased child […]
Read article →Utah: How to Get Court Approval to Sell a House and Pay Off the Mortgage
Step-by-step guide to getting court approval to sell real property and pay off a mortgage in Utah This FAQ-style article explains, in plain language, the common steps someone must take in Utah when a court must approve the sale of a house so the loan can be paid off. The examples below assume a typical […]
Read article →Opening an Estate Bank Account in Utah Using an IRS EIN
FAQ — Estate Bank Accounts and IRS EINs in Utah Short answer: To open a bank account in your deceased parent's estate name in Utah you usually must be the court-appointed personal representative (or have another lawful basis such as a small-estate procedure or beneficiary designation), obtain an Employer Identification Number (EIN) for the estate […]
Read article →Utah — What Happens If a Creditor Files After the 90‑Day Notice Period?
What happens if a creditor files a claim after the 90‑day notice period ends? Short answer: Under Utah law, a creditor who files after the estate’s notice period will typically have their claim barred unless the creditor can persuade the probate court to allow the late claim. The court may allow a late claim in […]
Read article →Claiming a Parent’s Estate in Utah When There Is No Will — Steps to Get Your Share
Disclaimer: This is educational information and not legal advice. For advice about a specific situation, contact a Utah probate attorney or the probate clerk at the district court where the decedent lived. Detailed Answer — How the process works in Utah If a person dies in Utah without a valid will (called dying "intestate"), state […]
Read article →Utah: Surviving Spouse Rights When a Spouse Dies Without a Will
What are my rights as a surviving spouse in Utah when my spouse died without a will? Short answer: In Utah you have important legal rights as a surviving spouse when your spouse dies intestate (without a will). You are usually the first in line to make funeral decisions, to receive certain immediate allowances (homestead, […]
Read article →How to Get Appointed Estate Administrator in Utah When Your Spouse Died Intestate
Overview This page explains how a surviving spouse can seek appointment as the personal representative (commonly called the administrator) of a spouse’s estate in Utah when the decedent died without a will and family members are uncooperative. It outlines the typical steps, what the court considers, and practical tips for cases involving resistance from relatives. […]
Read article →How to Claim Surplus Foreclosure Funds in Utah When a Parent’s Estate Was Never Probated
How to claim surplus foreclosure funds for a deceased parent in Utah Short answer: Find out who holds the surplus, gather proof of your parent’s death and your status as an heir, and either (A) use a Utah small‑estate or affidavit procedure (if eligible) to collect the money, or (B) open a probate or file […]
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