Category: Estate Planning
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Avoiding Probate – Use Caution – Joint Tenancy
Can I use a joint tenancy to avoid probate in Utah? Short Answer: Maybe, but there are better methods of avoiding probate. To identify the best way of avoiding probate…
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Witnesses to a Will in Utah
When a person’s last will and testament is subject to a contested probate in the Utah court system, the authenticity or validity of a will must be shown. If a…
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Using a Last Will and Testament in Utah
One of the foundational documents in any good Utah estate plan is a last will and testament (commonly referred to simply as a “will”). Following are several issues to consider…
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Family Member as Witness to a Will
Can a family member act as a witness to a last will and testament in Utah? The short answer is yes, but think twice (or three times, or four) before…
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Witnessing a Will in Utah
Executing a last will and testament is an important part of establishing a comprehensive estate plan. Ensuring that the will is valid under Utah law is just as important as…
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Living Trusts Attorney in Davis County
A living trust and a last will and testament can form the foundation of a complete estate plan in Utah. A living trust is not a substitute for a will.…