BARTLESVILLE LAW BLOG

This blog will discuss the law as it affects residents of Bartlesville and the surrounding area. We plan to add new blog posts weekly. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for topics you would like discussed, contact the Persaud Law Office. Also, if you have questions about legal topics, please feel free to submit them.

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Guardianship

Kyle Persaud

Jul 27
4 min

What Are the Rights and Duties of a Guardian?

As a legal guardian, you have very important rights, but also very important duties. Learn more about the rights & duties of a guardian here

Kyle Persaud

Jul 13
4 min

How to Prepare to Assign Temporary Guardianship for a Child

If you have minor children, it’s a good idea to appoint someone to be the children’s guardian, in the event that you pass away. Learn more.

Kyle Persaud

Jul 6
7 min

Are online wills any good?

If you're creating a will, you might ask, "Are online wills any good?" Here, I outline 5 reasons NOT to use DIY will-creating websites.

Kyle Persaud

Jun 8
3 min

What Is Summary Administration?

A summary administration is a simpler, more streamlined form of probate. Read more on summary administration here.

Kyle Persaud

Jun 1
5 min

What is Considered a "Small Estate" in Oklahoma?

You may wonder: What is a small estate in Oklahoma? Read more to find out what is considered a "Small Estate" in Oklahoma.

Kyle Persaud

Apr 20
3 min

How Much Does Probate Cost in Oklahoma?

Costs in probate cases in Oklahoma include attorney's fees, fees of accountants, and court costs. Exact costs vary from case to case.

Kyle Persaud

Mar 23
5 min

How Long Is the Probate Process in Oklahoma?

Your relative has passed away, and you need to probate his estate. You may wonder: How long will probate take? Learn the time-frame here.

Kyle Persaud

Jan 27
5 min

Are Handwritten Wills Valid in Oklahoma?

This post is for you if: You are considering handwriting your will, and you want to know how; or Someone has passed away, and has left yo...

Kyle Persaud

Dec 16, 2019
5 min

Using a Trust for Estate Planning in Oklahoma

This post will explain what a trust is, and the potential benefits of the following types of trusts: Trusts for the benefit of a minor ch...

Kyle Persaud

Oct 21, 2019
7 min

What Happens in Probate Court in Oklahoma?

In some cases, you won’t need to go to probate court at all, depending on the type of property and other factors. However, if you do go t...

Kyle Persaud

Aug 19, 2019
2 min

If non-citizens die, and their children are US citizens

Haga clic aquí para leer en español. First, if your children are citizens, they will remain citizens even after you die. They cannot be f...

Kyle Persaud

Jul 22, 2019
6 min

Why you should have a will

Many clients have asked me: Should I have a will? The answer: Yes! If you have a will, you can choose who will inherit your property when...

Kyle Persaud

May 6, 2019
5 min

Adult Guardianship in Oklahoma

There are 2 types of guardianships: a guardianship over the person, and a guardianship over the property. Read more about guardianship here.

Kyle Persaud

Apr 8, 2019
4 min

When a Homeowner Dies, What Happens to the House?

Here, we will discuss what happens to a home, when the homeowner dies.

Kyle Persaud

Apr 2, 2019
2 min

When a Motor Vehicle Owner Has Died, What Happens to the Vehicle?

We will discuss how to transfer a motor vehicle, after the vehicle owner has died.

Kyle Persaud

Mar 5, 2019
5 min

Should You Avoid Probate?

What is probate? Should you avoid probate? If so, how? This post explains everything you should know about avoiding probate.

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