Frequently Asked Questions/News

How Can You Avoid Probate in Montana

Probate court proceedings can be a painful, costly process for all involved. Probate courts handle the transference of a deceased person’s assets to the inheritors. Families and friends must sit...
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Protect your assets in Montana

Options for Protecting Your Assets in Montana  Lawsuits, injuries, catastrophic losses, market downturns – anything can happen at the drop of the hat. Without proper asset protection, your most precious...
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Estate Planning for Tax-Deferred Plans

Retirement accounts come in many different forms and are available to nearly every employee.  Some retirement plans are known as “qualified plans,” the most common being employer sponsored 401(k) plans,...
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Last Will and Testament vs. Pre-Nuptial Agreement: Which One Prevails?

Simple Answer: It depends on the language of the documents. Prenuptial/Anti-nuptial Agreements Generally speaking, a Pre-nuptial Agreement is an agreement that is entered into prior to marriage that delineates each...
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Montana Wills

Montana’s Uniform Probate Code governs wills throughout the state. Like other states, Montana mandates specific formalities that must be adhered to during the making of a will. Formalities are important...
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