Navigating the inheritance of Oklahoma mineral rights can be overwhelming. While an Affidavit of Heirship offers a streamlined way to claim royalties and sign leases, it comes with significant legal limitations—including the “10-year rule” for marketable title. From my perspective of treating every client like family, I explore when an affidavit is a practical solution for a small estate and when a formal probate is the only way to truly protect your legacy.
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I am legal guardian for my grandmother who is now 97. We placed her in a nursing home about 3 years ago under private pay. When her money ran out I applied for Medicaid . After 3 case workers and 6 months of presenting document, we were denied. I asked for a fair hearing in the fair hearing the judge suggested a continuance. The result was an increase to 2 years of denial and about 130,000.00 . This is where Richard came along. He convinced them they were using the wrong method for their findings. "commensurate return" will be indelibly imprinted on my brain. I might name my next horse - c r . We still went to fair hearing where Richard represented us well. He was well versed in case law and the DHS process. Because of his hard work we WON, probably the biggest reversal in Oklahoma history. I am very grateful he came along at just the right time. Thank you, DLM
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