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Missouri Probate of Older Estates

Written on October 24, 2011 by Rick in Probate Procedures, Unusual Missouri Probate Matters

From time to time we are contacted by someone dealing with some sort of property that should have been probated, but for whatever reason was overlooked. This could be because the asset was recently discovered, or perhaps real estate was not titled as was believed, or simple procrastination. The first thing to know is that…

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Update on Small Estate Affidavits in Missouri

Written on August 8, 2011 by Rick in Probate Procedures

Just a few notes on things we’ve been noticing as concerns the filing of Small Estate Affidavits in Missouri. These matters generally pertain to documents that local Probate Courts seem to be requiring more often. You won’t find them in the Missouri Statutes – but if you don’t comply it’s likely that you may not get…

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Missouri Small Estate Affidavit Form

Written on June 20, 2011 by Rick in Probate Procedures

We are often asked for forms for Missouri Small Estate Affidavits. Here is one from Clay County. Different counties have slightly different versions so you should check with the County where you will need to file yours. In our office we sometimes use the forms, and sometimes draft our own, depending on the facts at…

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Missouri Small Estate Affidavits –

Written on May 19, 2011 by Rick in Probate Procedures

If the total net amount of assets to be probated is less then $40,000, then using the Missouri Small Estate Affidavit procedures will likely save you time and money. A Small Estate Affidavit is an instrument filed with the Probate Court. and is one of several “short forms” of probate available. The focus is on…

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