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 every two weeks. 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.

Kyle Persaud

Apr 11, 20222 min read

Are Special Needs Trusts Revocable?

A trust is a legal entity in which one person (the trustee) manages property for the benefit of another person (the beneficiary). A...

Kyle Persaud

Feb 14, 20225 min read

What Happens if You Die Without a Will?

Many Americans who do not have a will wonder: What happens if I die without a will? Click here to learn more.

Kyle Persaud

Dec 13, 20215 min read

Power of Attorney – Oklahoma

Many of my clients have asked me about powers of attorney. Click here to learn more about what the Oklahoma law, "Power of Attorney" means.

How to Collect a Debt from a Deceased Person

Kyle Persaud

Oct 25, 20214 min read

How to Collect a Debt from a Deceased Person

This post explains the process of collecting debt from someone who passed away. Click here to learn each step in detail.

Should Husband and Wife Have Separate Wills?

Kyle Persaud

Aug 30, 20215 min read

Should Husband and Wife Have Separate Wills?

Both a joint will or 2 separate wills are legally binding, but writing separate wills create fewer headaches along the way. Learn more.

Kyle Persaud

Jul 6, 20213 min read

Are DIY Wills Legal?

There are a number of DIY will kits you can buy online. However, are DIY wills legal? Are DIY wills any good? Click here to learn more.

How to Know if You Need a Will or a Trust

Kyle Persaud

May 3, 20216 min read

How to Know if You Need a Will or a Trust

You may be wondering, “Do I need a will or a trust?” This post will help guide you and lay out the differences.

Reasons to Hire an Estate Planning Lawyer

Kyle Persaud

Mar 29, 20214 min read

Reasons to Hire an Estate Planning Lawyer

There are several reasons to hire an estate planning lawyer. Here are the top reasons you should consider hiring an estate planning lawyer.

Kyle Persaud

Mar 22, 20213 min read

Times a Probate Lawyer is Needed

There are several key instances when you should enlist the help of a probate lawyer, which I discuss in my latest blog post.

Can I sell my share of joint tenancy on a home?

Kyle Persaud

Feb 8, 20211 min read

Can I sell my share of joint tenancy on a home?

Yes. If you own property in joint tenancy, then you may sell your share to anyone you choose. The other owner can’t stop you, even if the...

What It Means to Inherit Property through Joint Tenancy in Oklahoma

Kyle Persaud

Feb 1, 20212 min read

What It Means to Inherit Property through Joint Tenancy in Oklahoma

What does it mean to inherit property through joint tenancy in Oklahoma? Click here to find out.

Kyle Persaud

Dec 7, 20204 min read

How to Write a Living Will

Many of my clients have asked: How can I make a living will? Click here for the full process to write a living will.

Kyle Persaud

Oct 26, 20201 min read

How to Revoke a Transfer on Death Deed

"How do I revoke a transfer on death deed?" In this post, I explain how. Click here to learn more.

Kyle Persaud

Oct 19, 20204 min read

How to Prepare a Transfer on Death Deed

This post explains how to prepare a transfer on death deed. Click here to learn how.

The Differences Between Joint Tenants with Survivorship and Tenants in Common

Kyle Persaud

Aug 31, 20205 min read

The Differences Between Joint Tenants with Survivorship and Tenants in Common

In this blog post, we detail the main differences between joint tenancy and tenancy in common. Learn about their differences in detail here.

What Are the Rights and Duties of a Guardian?

Kyle Persaud

Jul 27, 20204 min read

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

How to Prepare to Assign Temporary Guardianship for a Child

Kyle Persaud

Jul 13, 20204 min read

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, 20207 min read

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, 20203 min read

What Is Summary Administration?

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

What is Considered a "Small Estate" in Oklahoma?

Kyle Persaud

Jun 1, 20203 min read

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.