Alaska — How to Fix Mistakes in Probate Paperwork (Wrong Siblings Listed)
Detailed Answer — What to do when probate paperwork lists the wrong heirs Short version: Act quickly, gather proof of the correct family relationships, tell the probate court in writing, serve everyone who has an interest, and ask the court to correct the record. If the mistake caused improper distributions, you may need to ask […]
Read article →Contesting an Estate Administrator Appointment in Alaska
Detailed Answer Quick summary: If you believe someone (in this case, a grandparent) was improperly appointed as an estate administrator in Alaska, you can challenge that appointment in the Alaska Superior Court that opened the estate. Typical steps include confirming your legal status to object, identifying lawful grounds to contest the appointment, filing a written […]
Read article →Transferring Real Property by Probate Without Full Administration in Alaska — FAQ
FAQ: Transferring Real Property by Streamlined Probate in Alaska Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer. This article provides general information about Alaska probate procedures and is not legal advice. For advice about your situation, consult a licensed Alaska attorney. Detailed answer — How a streamlined probate (probate without full administration) can transfer real property in […]
Read article →How to Open a Deceased Spouse’s Probate Estate in Alaska to Pursue a Camp Lejeune Claim
Opening a Deceased Spouse’s Probate Estate in Alaska so a Claim Can Proceed Short answer If your spouse died and you need the legal authority to pursue a claim on their behalf (for example, a federal Camp Lejeune claim or a survival/wrongful-death action), you will generally need to open a probate estate in the Alaska […]
Read article →Challenging an Administrator’s Claim to Inherited Real Property in Alaska
What to do if an estate administrator claims ownership of property you should inherit — Alaska Disclaimer: This is general information and not legal advice. Consult a licensed Alaska attorney about your specific situation. Detailed Answer If an estate administrator (personal representative) asserts ownership of real property that you believe you are entitled to inherit, […]
Read article →Alaska: Who Gets Surplus Proceeds When a Property Owner Dies Intestate and Siblings Are Involved
How surplus money from the sale of a deceased person's property is distributed when there is no will (Alaska) Short answer: Surplus proceeds from a sale become part of the decedent's estate. After valid claims and expenses are paid, the remaining money is distributed under Alaska's intestate succession rules. If there is no surviving spouse […]
Read article →Asserting a Right of Survivorship to Claim Surplus Funds in Alaska
Detailed Answer: How a right of survivorship affects claims to surplus funds in Alaska When a property sells in a foreclosure or trustee sale, any money left over after paying the debt and sale costs is called surplus funds (sometimes "overage"). Who is entitled to those surplus funds depends on who owned the property when […]
Read article →How to File a Motion to Claim Surplus Proceeds After a Foreclosure in Alaska
Determine and Claim Surplus Proceeds After a Foreclosure in Alaska Quick summary: If a foreclosure sale of your mom’s property produced money left over after paying liens and sale costs (surplus proceeds), you can ask an Alaska court to determine who is entitled to those funds and to order distribution. The steps below explain how […]
Read article →Claiming Surplus Proceeds from a Tax Foreclosure Sale in Alaska
What to do if surplus proceeds remain after a tax foreclosure sale in Alaska If a tax foreclosure sale of a family home produced proceeds above the amount needed to pay delinquent taxes, penalties, interest, and sale costs, those excess funds may belong to the former owner or the owner’s heirs. Below is a clear, […]
Read article →How to Document a Repossessed Vehicle When Settling an Estate in Alaska
Detailed Answer This section explains how an estate representative (personal representative, executor, or administrator) should document a vehicle that a secured lender has repossessed when settling a decedent’s estate in Alaska. The steps below cover how to determine whether the vehicle is part of the estate, what records to gather, how to record the disposition […]
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