Last Will and Testament vs. Pre-Nuptial Agreement: Which One Prevails?

By Tanko Law Montana / April 30, 2015 October 26, 2022

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 person’s property and how that property is to be handled in the marriage and beyond. Prenuptial Agreements and Wills If the terms of the Prenuptial …

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Planning for the future of your pets

By Tanko Law Montana / February 9, 2015 May 27, 2022

Approximately 5 to 7 million companion animals enter animal shelters nationwide each year, and approximately 3 to 4 million are euthanized (60 percent of dogs and 70 percent of cats). As a responsible guardian, it is important to think about who would care for your pets in the event of your inability, illness, or even …

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Montana Wills

By Tanko Law Montana / February 4, 2015 June 5, 2018

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 procedures that give wills legal effect; without them, a will maker — called a “testator” — could make a will that is contrary to his …

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