How to Open Probate in Wyoming for a Sibling’s Estate When You Live Out of State
Detailed Answer Short answer: You can open probate in Wyoming for a sibling’s estate from another state. Whether you must open probate in Wyoming depends on where your sibling lived when they died and whether they owned real estate or other assets located in Wyoming. If Wyoming is the proper place for probate, you (or […]
Read article →Settling a Parent’s Estate in Wyoming and Handling Their Out‑of‑State Property
Settling a Parent’s Estate in Wyoming and Handling Their Out‑of‑State Property Quick summary: If your parent died domiciled in Wyoming, you normally open probate in Wyoming for the estate administration. Property located in another state may require an additional, limited (“ancillary”) probate or acceptance of Wyoming letters by the other state’s institutions. This article explains […]
Read article →Wyoming: How to File and Record a New Deed After a Spouse’s Death so a Child Becomes Owner
Transferring Real Property in Wyoming After a Spouse’s Death — Frequently Asked Question Short answer: The exact steps depend on how the deceased spouse owned the property (sole owner, joint tenant, in a trust, or via a will). You will need certified proof of death and legal authority to transfer title (for example, probate documents, […]
Read article →Wyoming: Ensuring a Wrongful Death Settlement Is Filed and Split Correctly
How to make sure a wrongful death settlement is filed and split as agreed in Wyoming Short answer: Confirm who has legal authority to bring and settle the wrongful death claim, document the full settlement in writing, get court approval or an appropriate court order when required, resolve liens and expenses first, and then have […]
Read article →Wyoming: Requiring a Co‑Heir to Reimburse Appraisal Costs Before an Estate Buyout
Short Answer Short answer: Possibly. Under Wyoming practice, whether a co‑heir must reimburse you for an appraisal before a buyout depends on who ordered and paid for the appraisal, any written agreement between heirs or the personal representative, and any order the probate court issues. Heirs can agree to share appraisal costs or to have […]
Read article →How to Transfer a Parent's House to Heirs When They Die Intestate in Wyoming
What to do when a parent dies intestate: transferring a house to heirs in Wyoming Not legal advice. This article explains general Wyoming procedures for educational purposes only. Detailed Answer — How to get the house into you and your siblings' names under Wyoming law When a parent dies without a will (intestate) in Wyoming, […]
Read article →How to Take Over a Deceased Parent’s Mortgage in Wyoming
Taking Over a Deceased Parent’s Mortgage — What to Do in Wyoming Short answer: You generally cannot simply step into a deceased parent’s mortgage without the lender’s agreement or without estate/probate action. The loan stays attached to the property. Your practical options in Wyoming are: (1) have the estate or personal representative pay the mortgage […]
Read article →Proving Parentage for Inheritance in Wyoming: What to Do When Dad's Name Is Missing from the Birth Certificate
Proving Parentage in Wyoming When Your Father's Name Is Not on Your Birth Certificate Detailed answer: How to establish you are your father's child for inheritance in Wyoming If your father’s name is not on your birth certificate, you can still prove he is your parent for the purpose of inheriting from him. Under Wyoming […]
Read article →How to Protect Your Inheritance in Wyoming When an Estate Is Contested
Protecting an Inheritance in Wyoming When an Estate Is Contested Quick answer: Under Wyoming law, you protect an inheritance best by using clear, properly executed estate planning documents and non-probate transfer methods (trusts, beneficiary designations, joint ownership, transfer-on-death instruments). If a family member contests an estate, act quickly: notify the personal representative, preserve evidence, hire […]
Read article →Notices Required to Notify Heirs When Opening Probate in Wyoming
Disclaimer: This is general information only and not legal advice. I am not a lawyer. For advice about a specific probate matter in Wyoming, consult a licensed Wyoming probate attorney or the local district court. Detailed Answer When you open a probate case in Wyoming, the court requires that certain people and groups be notified […]
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