Recently, someone asked me, “what property goes through probate?”
That’s a difficult question. Whether or not a piece of property goes through probate can depend not only on what type of property it is, but also on other factors, such
Recently, someone asked me, “what property goes through probate?”
That’s a difficult question. Whether or not a piece of property goes through probate can depend not only on what type of property it is, but also on other factors, such…
In Oklahoma, there is a law called the “statute of limitations.” The statute of limitations says that there is a time limit for when you may file a lawsuit. This time limit varies depending on which type of case you…
The Persaud Law Office has moved. As of January 1, 2023, we are now located at 515 S.E. Delaware, Bartlesville, Oklahoma.
Here is an outdoor photo of our office:
Many people ask, “Does Oklahoma recognize common-law marriage?” The answer is YES.
Because this is a common question and there are many misconceptions about common-law marriage, I have decided to devote a post to this topic.
To form a common…
In my last post, I discussed the difference between a guardianship and a power of attorney. Here, I will explain the difference between guardianship and custody. This explanation is simplified and may not apply in all cases.
What is…
You’ve probably heard the terms “guardianship” and “power of attorney” tossed around frequently. You may wonder: What is the difference between guardianship and power of attorney?
Briefly stated, a guardianship is a case where one person goes to court and…
Each year for the past two years, I’ve posted a list of some of the most important laws that the Oklahoma Legislature has passed. This year, the Legislature passed over four hundred new laws. Many of the new laws go…
Many clients come to me and ask whether they should file a lawsuit. While many of them may have valid legal claims, they often don’t realize the spiritual and emotional toll that a lawsuit will cause them. Even if you…
You’ve just received papers saying that a creditor wants to foreclose on your property. You wonder: Do I have rights? Can I fight this?
The answer to both questions is: Yes! In this post, I’ll give a brief overview of…
Many clients have asked me: Do I need to update my estate plan?
In this post, I’ll provide guidelines to decide whether your estate plan is up to date, or whether you need to update your plan. These recommendations, though,…