Protecting Your Assets and Ensuring Your Wishes Are Honored
At Jensen Young & Butler, PLLC, we provide personalized legal services to help you plan for the future and navigate the probate process with confidence. Our experienced attorneys assist clients in Benton, Bryant, and throughout Central Arkansas with:
Estate Planning
Crafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Trust Administration
Assisting trustees in managing and distributing trust assets in accordance with the trust's terms.
Asset Protection
Implementing strategies to safeguard your assets from potential creditors and legal challenges.
Probate Administration
Guiding executors and administrators through the probate process, including filing petitions, inventorying assets, paying debts, and distributing inheritances.
Guardianships
Establishing legal guardianships for minors or incapacitated adults to ensure their well-being and proper care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Planning Ahead: Answers to Common Probate & Estate Questions
What is probate, and when is it required?
Probate is the legal process of administering a deceased person's estate, including validating the will, paying debts, and distributing assets. It's typically required when someone dies owning assets solely in their name.
How can I avoid probate in Arkansas?
Strategies to avoid probate include creating a living trust, designating beneficiaries on accounts, and holding property jointly with rights of survivorship.
What happens if someone dies without a will?
If a person dies intestate (without a will), Arkansas law determines how their assets are distributed, typically to their closest relatives.
How often should I update my estate plan?
Review your estate plan every few years or after significant life events, such as marriage, divorce, the birth of a child, or substantial changes in assets.
What is the difference between a will and a trust?
A will outlines how your assets should be distributed after death and goes through probate. A trust allows for the management and distribution of assets during your lifetime and after death, often avoiding probate.
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