If you’re making an estate plan in South Dakota, start here. Learn how to make a will, trust, and power of attorney (POA) that are valid in your state, or get more information about estate planning and funeral laws specific to South Dakota.
A will can help you protect your family and your property in South Dakota.
Make a Living Trust in South Dakota
Learn how to make a living trust in South Dakota.
Intestate Succession in South Dakota
If you die without a will in South Dakota, your assets will go to your closest relatives under state intestate succession laws.
South Dakota Restrictions on Who Can Serve as Executor
Learn the rules about who can be your personal representative in South Dakota.
South Dakota Power of Attorney Laws
A durable POA allows someone to to help you with your financial matters if you ever become incapacitated—here's how to make one in South Dakota.
Avoiding Probate in South Dakota
Probate court proceedings (during which a deceased person's assets are transferred to the people who inherit them) can be long, costly, and confusing.
Probate Shortcuts in South Dakota
South Dakota offers some probate shortcuts for "small estates." These procedures make it easier for survivors to transfer property left by a person who has died.
Death With Dignity in South Dakota
South Dakota has never officially considered adopting a death with dignity law.
Burial and Cremation Laws in South Dakota
Everything you need to know about burial and cremation in South Dakota.
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