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First Steps to Take for Probate and Prohibited Conduct 

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.

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laws are structured to prioritize the welfare and best interests of the child above all else, reflecting a shift from outdated doctrines to more balanced and child-centered approaches.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

When someone passes away without a valid will, they are said to die intestate. In such cases, their estate is distributed according to state intestacy laws.

Business and commercial litigation generally pertains to legal disputes involving one or more companies such as limited liability companies, partnerships, corporations, or other legal entities. Commercial litigation can arise in many different forms and for many different reasons.

There are many different ways to ensure that your estate is administered and your assets are transferred to your heirs or beneficiaries without the need for probate or court intervention. Every person’s situation is different and what works for one person may not work for another.

In any litigation matter, the first step is always to determine the facts and circumstances surrounding the issues in order to determine the parties pertinent to the suit, proper venue and jurisdiction, the causes of action and defenses that may be available, statutes of limitations, and potential damages.