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In Arkansas, one of the most important reasons to create a Will is to name an executor or executrix.

Adverse possession in Arkansas is a legal concept that allows a person to acquire ownership of land without holding legal title, simply by occupying and using the property in a certain way over a specific period of time.

Navigating guardianship matters can be daunting for both guardians and wards. In Arkansas, the law provides specific rights to individuals placed under guardianship—often referred to as wards. At Reeves Law Firm, we believe it's crucial for wards and their families to understand these rights to ensure dignity and protection throughout the guardianship process.

In Arkansas, the Court appointed guardian of a person or an estate can do many things to facilitate the well-being of the incapacitated person. However, the following is a description of certain actions that require the Court’s approval before the guardian can take said action.

1. Voting

If you have had a loved one that passed away, and if that person had probate assets upon death, then you are likely on the path of needing to probate and administer that decedent’s estate in an Arkansas court.

In Arkansas, in terrorem clauses, also known as “no-contest clauses,” are provisions in Wills and Trusts that generally seek to prevent a beneficiary or any other party from contesting the validity of the Will or the Trust by disinheriting the beneficiary or party if they contest the Will or the Trust.

In Arkansas, the general purpose of establishing a guardianship is the basic premise that an allegedly incapacitated person is unable to handle certain aspects of their lives necessitating the appointment of another person to handle those things for the incapacitated person.

In Arkansas, child custody laws are structured to prioritize the welfare and best interests of the child above all else, reflecting a shift from outdated doctrines to more balanced and child-centered approaches.

In Arkansas, divorce law is governed by several statutes that outline the requirements and procedures for obtaining a divorce. To initiate a divorce, the plaintiff must prove residency in the state for at least sixty days before filing the action and must maintain residency for three full months before the final judgment is granted.