Utah Wills Lawyers

Frequently Asked Questions

• What Is A Will?
  A Will is a written instrument containing directions for how the property of the person making the Will (called the testator) shall be divided on his or her death. State law generally requires that … more
• What Happens If A Person Dies Without A Will?
  If a person dies without a Will, he/she will be considered to have died intestate. In this case, property will be distributed by the states laws. Often, the surviving spouse will get half the … more
• What Happens If A Person Dies With A Will?
  In general, after the testator (the person with the Will) dies, the person named in the Will to carry out its terms (an executor or personal representative) files the original Will and other legal … more
• Who Should Make A Will?
  Each year a large number of people die without Wills leaving major decisions in the hands of the state. Every adult person should seriously think about making a Will. Wills are especially important … more
• What Circumstances Dictate The Need For A Will?
  A person`s age, marital status, and financial holdings weigh heavily into the decision to draft a Will. In general, every adult should think about making a Will, and the need grows as your assets … more