Wyoming: Factors Courts Consider When Appointing an Estate Administrator
Detailed Answer This section explains what Wyoming courts typically look at when choosing who will serve as the personal representative (often called an "administrator" when there is no valid will) of a deceased persons estate. This overview is educational only and does not replace legal advice. Who can be appointed Wyoming probate law gives the […]
Read article →Wyoming: Using Estate Sale Proceeds to Pay Junk Removal and Cleanup Costs
Short answer Yes — in most Wyoming probate administrations, proceeds from the sale of estate property can be used to pay reasonable estate expenses, including junk removal and personal-property cleanup, but only if you (the personal representative/executor) have authority to use estate funds, the expense is a proper administration expense, and you follow Wyoming probate […]
Read article →Wyoming: How to Regain Control of a Deceased Parent’s Bank and Credit Card Accounts
How to regain control of a deceased parent's bank and credit card accounts in Wyoming Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer. This article is informational only and is not legal advice. For help specific to your situation, consult a Wyoming probate or consumer protection attorney. Detailed answer — immediate steps and the legal path in […]
Read article →Handling Unauthorized Charges to a Parent's Estate in Wyoming
How unauthorized charges to a parent's estate are handled in Wyoming probate Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer. This article is educational only and not legal advice. If you think crimes, fraud, or serious estate mismanagement occurred, consult a Wyoming attorney promptly. Short answer When unauthorized charges are made against a parent’s accounts or estate, […]
Read article →How to Secure a Deceased Relative’s Home and Prevent Siblings from Removing Items — Wyoming
Practical steps to secure a deceased relative’s home and prevent siblings from removing belongings in Wyoming This FAQ-style guide explains what to do right away if you are worried siblings will take belongings from a decedent’s home before a court formally appoints an estate administrator. It summarizes practical preservation steps you can take, how to […]
Read article →Wyoming — Getting Appointed Administrator When a Parent Dies Intestate
Can I be appointed administrator of my dad’s estate in Wyoming when he died without a will? Detailed Answer — How appointment works in Wyoming If a person dies without a will (intestate), Wyoming law allows the probate court to appoint a personal representative (often called an "administrator") to collect the decedent’s assets, pay debts […]
Read article →Wyoming — How Children Inherit When There Is No Will: Order of Succession
How Wyoming law determines the order among children when a person dies without a will Disclaimer: This is general information, not legal advice. For help about a specific situation, consult a licensed Wyoming attorney or the Wyoming probate court. Detailed Answer — How succession among children works in Wyoming When someone dies intestate (without a […]
Read article →Wyoming: How to Get Court Approval to Sell a House and Pay Off the Mortgage
Detailed Answer Short answer: If someone other than the current, competent owner needs to sell real estate and use the proceeds to pay off a mortgage, you usually must get court authority first. Common situations include sales during probate (the owner died), sales by a guardian or conservator (owner is incapacitated or a minor), or […]
Read article →How to Open an Estate Bank Account in Wyoming Using an IRS EIN
Step-by-step: Using an IRS EIN to Open an Estate Bank Account in Wyoming Quick answer: To open an estate bank account for a deceased parent in Wyoming you generally must be the court-appointed personal representative (or otherwise authorized), obtain a federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) for the estate from the IRS, and present the bank […]
Read article →Wyoming: What Happens When a Creditor Files a Claim After the 90‑Day Notice Period
Can a creditor file a claim after the 90‑day notice period in Wyoming? Short answer: Sometimes. A late creditor claim can be barred, allowed, or partially paid depending on whether the estate already closed or distributed assets, whether the creditor received proper notice, and whether the court finds good cause to allow the late claim. […]
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