How to Prove a Zero Balance and Close Your Spouse’s Estate in Oregon
Proving a Zero Balance and Closing a Spouse’s Estate in Oregon: A Step‑by‑Step FAQ Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer. This article provides general information about Oregon probate practice to help you understand the process. It is not legal advice. For help with a specific case, consult a licensed Oregon attorney or your local probate […]
Read article →Oregon: Can I Use a Small-Estate Affidavit Instead of Formal Probate?
Using Oregon’s Small-Estates Procedure Instead of Formal Probate: What You Need to Know Detailed Answer Oregon law provides a streamlined method for collecting certain assets of a deceased person without opening a full formal probate estate. If the decedent’s estate meets the statutory “small estate” conditions, a responsible person (often an heir or close relative) […]
Read article →Oregon: How to Open Probate for an Out-of-State Sibling
Step-by-step guide to opening probate in Oregon when you live out of state Short answer: You can open probate in the Oregon county where your sibling lived when they died. Expect to file a petition in that county’s circuit court, provide the original will (if any), give notice to heirs and creditors, and either serve […]
Read article →Handling a Parent’s Multi‑State Estate: Key Steps Under Oregon Law
FAQ: Steps to Settle a Parent’s Estate When Assets Are in More Than One State (Oregon Law) Disclaimer: This information is educational only and not legal advice. It explains general Oregon procedures and considerations for estates with out‑of‑state property. An attorney licensed in the relevant state(s) can advise you about your specific situation. Detailed answer […]
Read article →How to File and Record a Deed After a Spouse’s Death in Oregon
Steps to Transfer Real Property Title to Your Child After Your Spouse’s Death — Oregon Short answer: First identify how title was held (joint tenancy, tenancy in common, sole ownership, or a transfer‑on‑death deed). Get certified copies of the death certificate. If title passes automatically (joint tenancy or valid transfer‑on‑death deed), record the required documents […]
Read article →Oregon: How to Make Sure a Wrongful Death Settlement Is Filed and Split Correctly
Detailed Answer Short answer: In Oregon, wrongful-death claims are normally prosecuted by the decedent’s personal representative under Oregon’s wrongful death statutes (see ORS Chapter 30). The safest way to make sure a settlement is filed correctly with the court and distributed exactly as you agreed is to (1) reduce the agreement to a clear written […]
Read article →Oregon: When a Will Isn’t Enough — Do You Still Need a TOD Deed or POD Designation?
When a will alone may not control how your property passes after death Short answer: A will in Oregon controls only assets that pass through probate. Accounts or property with beneficiary designations, joint owner rights, or a recorded transfer-on-death (TOD) deed/pass outside probate and will not be distributed under a will. If you want immediate, […]
Read article →Oregon: Can a Co‑Heir Be Required to Reimburse an Appraisal Before an Estate Buyout?
Can a co‑heir be required to reimburse an appraisal before an estate buyout? — Clear answers under Oregon law Short answer: Possibly — but it depends on who ordered or paid for the appraisal, whether the appraisal was obtained as part of estate administration, and whether you have (or can get) an agreement or a […]
Read article →How to Transfer a Deceased Parent's House to Children — Oregon Probate & Intestate Guide
Transferring Real Property After a Parent Dies Intestate in Oregon: A Practical Guide Disclaimer This is general information only and not legal advice. For advice about your specific situation, consult a licensed Oregon probate attorney. Detailed Answer If a parent dies without a valid will (intestate) in Oregon and the house is titled only in […]
Read article →Oregon: How to Take Over a Parent's Mortgage After Their Death — What You Need to Know
Detailed Answer Disclaimer: This is general information only, not legal advice. I am not a lawyer. For advice about your situation, consult a licensed Oregon attorney. Overview — what generally happens when a homeowner dies When a homeowner dies, two separate legal questions determine who keeps the house and who is responsible for the mortgage: […]
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