Many people procrastinate on creating a will, but dying without one—called “intestacy”—can create serious challenges for your family.

What Is Intestacy?

When someone dies without a will, Arkansas law dictates how their estate is distributed. This process often overlooks the unique needs of families and can result in unintended outcomes.

How Are Assets Distributed in Arkansas?

1. Spouse and Children: Assets are divided between the surviving spouse and children, which may not align with your wishes.
2. Parents and Siblings: If there are no children or spouse, the estate may pass to parents or siblings.
3. No Close Relatives: In rare cases, the estate goes to the state of Arkansas.

Complications of Intestacy:

• Delays and higher costs in the probate process.
• Potential disputes among family members.
• Lack of clarity on healthcare and guardianship matters.

Don’t leave these critical decisions to chance. Contact Jurist Law to draft a will that ensures your estate is distributed according to your wishes.