The ins and outs of probate for genealogists research guide / compiled by Holly T. Hansen.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Eakle, Arlene H.

Tanner, James L.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Probate records--Sources.

Probate records.

Court records--Sources.

Court records.

Wills--Sources.

Wills.

Genre:

Handbooks and manuals.

Physical Description:

172 pages : illustrated, charts ; 28 cm

Place of Publication:

Morgan, UT : Family History Expos, ©2015.

Summary:

"Probate is a set of court or government procedures established for the orderly transfer of property from a deceased person to his or her heirs and/or assigns. Records kept in the course of a probate action are valuable sources of information for genealogists about the deceased and their family. This research guide will assist you in locating all the documents associated with the case."--Back cover

Contents:

The ins and outs of probate for genealogists

In the beginning

Introduction to the new FamilySearch catalog

FamilySearch catalog computer lab

Reading old style handwriting: an essential research skill

Research fundamentals: basic genealogy sources

Research fundamentals: principles for successful research

Understanding the language of a will

What is probate?

What are probade procedures?

Where do I find probate documents?

Using FamilySearch to its fullest potential: beyond the basics

Census techniques and strategies for locating family members

Genealogy evidence in wills and probate documents

An example of a simple probate file

Avoiding probate with trusts

What happens when the probate gets complicated

Sharing the results of your research

Simple source citations.

Notes:

Added authors from cover Arlene H. Eakle, James L. Tanner.

ISBN:

9781515034094

1515034097

OCLC:

949948996