How to Submit an Original Will to a North Dakota Probate Court When You Live Out of State
How to Submit an Original Will to a North Dakota Probate Court When You Live Out of State Quick answer: File for probate in the county where the deceased was domiciled. From out of state you can usually mail or courier the original will (preferably via registered or certified mail), have a North Dakota attorney […]
Read article →Buying Out Siblings’ Interests in a Parent’s Property — North Dakota Guide
Short answer If you want to keep family real estate instead of forcing a sale, you can usually buy your siblings’ interests. The common path is to confirm how title is held, get a fair market value, agree on a buyout price and payment terms, and record a deed transfer. If agreement fails, a co-owner […]
Read article →North Dakota: How to Buy Out Siblings’ Shares in a Deceased Parent’s House — Step-by-Step FAQ
Buying out co‑owners of a deceased parent’s house in North Dakota — FAQ style answer Disclaimer: This is general information only and not legal advice. Laws vary by situation. Consult a licensed North Dakota attorney for advice about your specific case. Detailed answer — practical, step‑by‑step overview under North Dakota law When a parent dies […]
Read article →North Dakota: Recovering Money an Heir Withdrew After a Parent’s Death
What the estate can do when an heir withdraws funds after a parent dies — North Dakota Detailed answer When a person dies in North Dakota, the way money and liability are handled depends on how accounts were titled and who had legal authority over the accounts. If an heir withdraws money from the decedent’s […]
Read article →Guardian ad Litem for Minor Heirs Before Selling Inherited Land — North Dakota
Detailed Answer Short answer: Yes. Under North Dakota law you can ask the court to appoint a guardian ad litem (GAL) to represent the legal interests of minor heirs before the court approves the sale of inherited real estate. Courts routinely appoint a GAL or otherwise protect a minor’s interest when a probate, partition, or […]
Read article →Selling an Inherited Home in North Dakota When Co-Owners Include Minors
How the Court Approves Sale of an Inherited Home When Co-Owners Include Minors This FAQ-style guide explains the typical court steps and practical requirements in North Dakota when a home is inherited by multiple co-owners and one or more co-owners are minors. It assumes no prior legal knowledge. This is general information only and not […]
Read article →Filing a Year's (Family) Allowance Petition in North Dakota: What to Include
What to include when you file a year's (family) allowance petition in North Dakota Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer. This is general information and not legal advice. If you have specific questions or complex facts, consult a licensed North Dakota probate attorney. Short answer When you petition a North Dakota probate court for a […]
Read article →North Dakota — How to Handle a Parent's Estate: Step-by-Step FAQ
Detailed Answer Disclaimer: This article explains general North Dakota procedures for managing a deceased parent’s estate. It is educational only and not legal advice. For advice about your situation, consult a licensed North Dakota attorney. Overview — what generally happens when a parent dies in North Dakota When a person dies, their assets must be […]
Read article →How to Switch to a Small Estate Procedure in North Dakota
Can I switch to a small estate procedure in North Dakota? Short answer: Possibly — but only if North Dakota law’s small‑estate rules apply to the assets remaining and the court has not already imposed a formal administration that prevents use of the affidavit or summary procedures. Switching typically requires confirming eligibility, coordinating with the […]
Read article →North Dakota: Paying Back Taxes on Inherited Land When You’re Not on the Deed
If you pay back taxes on inherited land but are not listed on the deed — what happens in North Dakota? Short answer: Paying delinquent property taxes protects the property from tax-foreclosure and liens, but payment alone usually does not make you the legal owner. In North Dakota you will likely still need to establish […]
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