My grandfather lives in Brookings. In South Dakota, what happens if he passes away without a will?

Under South Dakota law, if your grandfather passes away without a will he is:

  • Surrendering to the state of South Dakota the important decisions affecting the well-being and future security of his heirs
  • At risk of having his property divided in a way that's not to his liking
  • Foregoing any opportunities to reduce his taxes

About Swier Law Firm's Estate Planning & Probate Practice Group

Swier Law Firm has a nationally recognized practice in estate planning and probate law and handles the following types of cases:

  • Estate Planning: Wills & Living Trusts
  • Legacy Planning
  • Family-Owned Businesses & Farms
  • Powers of Attorney & Living Wills
  • IRA & Retirement Planning
  • Asset Protection & Business Planning
  • Special Needs Planning
  • Trust Administration & Probate

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