by Randy Thomason | Aug 5, 2025 | Probate
When a loved one passes away, the last thing you want to face is a legal puzzle. But if they died without a will, that’s often exactly what happens. The state of Arkansas has a default plan for this situation, but it’s a rigid, one-size-fits-all solution that...
by Randy Thomason | Aug 4, 2025 | Probate
For many families in Arkansas, a home is the most significant asset left behind in an estate. Managing this property adds a unique layer of complexity to your duties as an administrator. You have to secure the home, keep up with insurance and taxes, and ultimately...
by Randy Thomason | Aug 1, 2025 | Probate
When a loved one passes away, you might find yourself appointed as the executor or personal representative. It’s a role that arrives with heavy responsibility during a time of grief, placing you in charge of their entire financial life. This formal, court-supervised...
by Randy Thomason | Jul 31, 2025 | Probate
When a loved one leaves behind a trust, it’s a gift meant to make things easier for their family. But if you’re the one named as the trustee, the process can feel anything but simple. This is trust administration: the behind-the-scenes work of carrying out the trust’s...
by Randy Thomason | Jul 30, 2025 | Probate
When you’re named the personal representative for a loved one’s estate, the responsibility can feel immense. On top of grieving, you’re suddenly faced with a legal process filled with unfamiliar terms, strict deadlines, and financial duties. It’s natural to feel...
by Randy Thomason | Jul 29, 2025 | Probate
The process of settling a loved one’s final affairs is deeply personal, but without a will, it becomes a public and impersonal legal matter. For families trying to grieve, this can add an incredible amount of stress and even spark painful disputes. The question...
