When you own property, no one can build or develop on that property without your permission—except when they claim adverse possession. In theory, someone can ...
Estate Planning & Probate
How to Challenge a Will in Arkansas
Wills and trusts are crucial legal documents that can affect how a deceased individual’s estate is divided between beneficiaries such as descendants, family ...
Joint Tenancy vs. Tenants in Common: What’s the Difference in Arkansas?
Sometimes, situations arise in which you need to buy real estate with one or more partners. For example, you may find an excellent real estate deal, but not ...
What is a Durable Power of Attorney?
We make most medical, financial, and other legally binding decisions ourselves. Sometimes, we give powers of attorney to another individual so they can make ...
When Should I Quiet a Title in Arkansas?
The primary focus of a quiet title action is to establish ownership over a property. You may want to quiet a title in Arkansas when resolving issues and ...
What Happens If I Die Without A Will in Arkansas?
If you die without a will in Arkansas, laws say that you have died intestate. Without a will, judges must determine how to distribute your estate to your heirs ...
What is a Survivorship Period in Arkansas Inheritance Law?
Many wills and trusts include a survivorship period. A survivorship period stipulates that named beneficiaries cannot receive their inheritance unless they ...
Is Probate Required in Arkansas?
Arkansas’s probate code requires estates to go through probate if the decedent owned property, had minor-aged children, or bequeathed valuable assets to ...
Should I Have a Will or a Trust?
Writing a will or a trust is a wise approach to tying up your end-of-life affairs. Individuals who pass without either document in place are subject to ...
Executing an Estate in Arkansas: What You Need to Know
If you recently lost a family member, there are several decisions you must make—especially when you are named as the executor of their will. Now, not only are ...
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