LEGAL 201 - Estate Planning and Probate

5 Credits

Includes a review of the Washington State statutes related to probate and probate proceedings. Local court rules relative to the probate procedure will also be examined. Currently existing laws regarding health care directives are also explored. Additionally, the class covers the different types of trusts and other estate planning devices that are often used as an alternative to the probate process.

Pre-requisite(s) LEGAL 216 or POLS& 200 with min. 2.0 
Fees

Quarters Typically Offered
Fall Online

Designed to Serve Students in Legal Studies program, pre-law students.
Active Date 20250401T11:49:00

Grading Basis Decimal Grade
Class Limit 30
Contact Hours: Lecture 55
Total Contact Hours 55
Degree Distributions:
ProfTech Course Yes
Restricted Elective Yes
Course Outline

Washington state statutes with respect to probate
Local Court Rules for probate procedure
Laws regarding health care directive
Trusts
Estate planning

Student Learning Outcomes
Accurately apply the Washington State Descent and Distribution statute and procedural rules of probate procedure to hypothetical fact patterns.

Compose a legally valid will that incorporates essential elements and complies with Washington state statutory requirements.

Design an effective estate plan for a hypothetical client that meets all requirements under Washington law.