United States: Family and Matrimonial

If you have just lost a loved one, or if you are trying to plan ahead so your family does not get stuck in court, one question comes up faster than any other...

You may think you know what it means – and what it takes – to be a Trustee, but what does the role really entail?

When an Oklahoma resident dies without a valid will, state law determines who inherits their property through a rigid statutory formula that often produces unexpected results. This comprehensive guide examines Oklahoma's intestate succession rules, explains how the probate process works without a will, and reveals why the state's "joint industry" property concept can dramatically reduce what surviving spouses receive.