In Montana, the probate code lets the court protect a child's money with a conservator or other protective order, authorize deposits, annuities and trusts, and require distribution at 18. We found no dollar threshold. Enter the settlement, fee and bills to see what is left for the child.
Enter the settlement, the fee, costs and bills, and the child's age.
Montana's probate code lets the court protect a minor's money under MCA 72-5-409, 72-5-422 and 72-5-427, and requires distribution at majority under 72-5-429. A minor is defined in 41-1-101, and the deadline is tolled under 27-2-401.
See why and when a court gets involved, how protective orders, conservators and annuities work, and what we found about attorney fees in a child's case.
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This is an estimate for general guidance only and is not legal advice. Figures are based on the cited Montana statutes. Confirm how these rules apply to your specific case with a licensed Montana attorney.