Mississippi: What Happens If Mediation Fails in a Partition or Probate Dispute?
What happens if mediation fails to resolve a partition or probate dispute in Mississippi? Short answer: If mediation does not produce a settlement, you usually must continue with court proceedings. Mediation is often voluntary but may be court-ordered. When it fails, the underlying partition or probate action proceeds in the appropriate Mississippi court (usually chancery […]
Read article →Opening Probate in Mississippi When You Live Out of State
How to open probate in Mississippi for an out-of-state personal representative Detailed Answer If a person who lived in Mississippi has died and you need to start the probate process while you live in another state, you generally must open probate in the Mississippi chancery court of the county where the decedent last resided or […]
Read article →Settling a Parent's Estate in Mississippi and Handling Out-of-State Property
How to Settle a Parent's Estate in Mississippi and Handle Their Out-of-State Property Disclaimer: This is educational information only and not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in Mississippi and in the other state for help specific to your case. Detailed Answer: Step-by-step guide under Mississippi law 1. Identify assets and determine what needs probate […]
Read article →Mississippi: How to Transfer Real Property to a Child After a Spouse’s Death
How to transfer real property after a spouse’s death in Mississippi — clear steps and checklist Detailed answer — what you need to do and why If a property owner dies in Mississippi and you want title changed so a child becomes the owner, the exact steps depend on how the deed was originally written […]
Read article →Mississippi — Should You Add a TOD Deed or POD Designation If Your Will Leaves Everything to Your Daughter?
Will vs Transfer-on-Death (TOD) Deed or Payable-on-Death (POD) Designation — What Mississippi Law Means for Your Daughter Quick answer: A will that leaves all your property to your daughter does not automatically avoid probate. If you want certain assets to pass directly to her without probate, you generally still need a properly completed non‑probate transfer […]
Read article →Mississippi: Reimbursing an Appraisal Cost Before an Estate Buyout
When an appraisal cost can be charged to a co‑owner in an estate buyout under Mississippi law Short answer Whether you can require a co‑heir to reimburse you for an appraisal before completing a buyout depends on three things: (1) who ordered or authorized the appraisal (you personally, the estate’s representative, or a court); (2) […]
Read article →How to Transfer a Deceased Parent's House to Heirs in Mississippi
What to do to transfer a deceased parent's house to heirs in Mississippi Disclaimer: This is general information, not legal advice. I am not a lawyer. Use this to understand the usual steps and questions to ask an attorney or the chancery court in Mississippi. Detailed answer — how the process normally works in Mississippi […]
Read article →Taking Over a Deceased Parent’s Mortgage in Mississippi: What You Need to Know
How to Take Over a Deceased Parent’s Mortgage in Mississippi: A Clear FAQ Short answer After a homeowner dies in Mississippi, the mortgage does not automatically disappear. To take over the mortgage you generally must (1) identify how title to the house will transfer, (2) notify and work with the lender, and (3) either assume […]
Read article →Proving Paternity for Inheritance in Mississippi: What to Do When Dad's Name Is Missing from the Birth Certificate
How to Prove You Are Your Father's Child for an Inheritance in Mississippi Short answer: If your father’s name is not on your birth certificate, you can still prove you are his child for inheritance purposes in Mississippi by establishing paternity through DNA testing or a court judgment (often in Chancery Court), then presenting that […]
Read article →Protecting an Inheritance in Mississippi When a Family Member Contests the Estate
How to Protect an Inheritance in Mississippi When a Family Member Contests the Estate Summary If someone contests a will or otherwise challenges an estate in Mississippi, quick, organized action can preserve the value of the inheritance and improve your chances of a favorable outcome. This article explains practical steps you can take, how Mississippi […]
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