How to Submit an Original Will to Alaska Probate Court When You Live Out of State
Detailed Answer — Submitting an Original Will to an Alaska Probate Court from Out of State This section explains, in plain language, what to do if you have the original will of a deceased person who lived in Alaska but you live in another state. The goal is to help you understand the common steps, […]
Read article →How to Confirm an Original Will in Alaska: Steps to Verify Authenticity
Detailed Answer Short answer: You can often confirm whether a will is an original by examining the physical document for original signatures, witness signatures, and a notarized self-proving affidavit; contacting the attorney or law firm that prepared or stored the document; checking with the probate clerk where the decedent lived; and — if needed — […]
Read article →Alaska — When the Original Will Is Lost or Damaged in Transit
What happens when the original signed will cannot be located or is damaged while being sent to the court? Short answer: The probate court in Alaska can still admit a will that has been lost or destroyed, but the person asking the court to admit it must prove that the decedent actually executed the will […]
Read article →Can an Alaska Court Appoint a Commissioner to Oversee a Private Sale in a Partition Action?
Detailed Answer Short answer: Under Alaska law, a court hearing a partition action can appoint an officer (often called a commissioner, master, or special appointee) to manage the sale of property when a physical division is impractical. A private sale to a specific buyer can be approved, but the court will scrutinize the process closely. […]
Read article →Understanding Financial Powers of Attorney in Alaska
How a Financial Power of Attorney Works in Alaska Short answer: A properly drafted and executed financial power of attorney (POA) in Alaska lets the person you name (the agent) handle many or most of your financial affairs if you become unable to manage them yourself. The exact powers depend on how you word the […]
Read article →Securing Wrongful Death Settlement Proceeds Through the Court Clerk in Alaska
Securing Settlement Proceeds Through the Court Clerk: An Alaska Guide Disclaimer: This is educational information only and does not constitute legal advice. For guidance specific to your case, consult a licensed Alaska attorney. Detailed answer: How to secure wrongful death settlement proceeds through the court clerk in Alaska If you or your family are handling […]
Read article →How to Replace and Revoke a Prior Will in Alaska
Can I make a new will that automatically revokes my old will in Alaska? Detailed Answer: how to create a new will that revokes an earlier will Yes. Under Alaska law you can create a new will that automatically revokes an earlier will without filing either document with the court while you are alive. To […]
Read article →Can trust (escrow) funds be released before recording the deed? — Alaska
Can funds held in trust be released if the deed hasn’t been recorded yet? Disclaimer: This is general information and not legal advice. I am not a lawyer. For advice about a specific transaction, consult a licensed Alaska attorney. Detailed Answer — how Alaska law and common practice apply Short answer: Sometimes — but it […]
Read article →Probating a Copy of a Will in Alaska: How to Avoid a Presumption of Revocation
Detailed Answer This explains how to get a copy of a deceased person’s will admitted to probate in Alaska when the original cannot be produced, and how to avoid (or overcome) the court’s presumption that a missing will was revoked. This is a general explanation of the usual process under Alaska law and does not […]
Read article →Do I Need to Attend an Alaska Court Hearing for a Minor’s Settlement?
Detailed Answer Under Alaska law, a court commonly must review and approve settlements that release a minor’s legal claims. The court’s role is protective: judges confirm that the proposed settlement is fair, that fees and expenses are reasonable, and that the settlement’s management (for example, blocking funds, creating a conservatorship, or arranging a structured settlement) […]
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