Freedmen News Watch · October 28, 2026, 6:20 PM CDT
Key Facts
- Free Heirs’ Property and Estate Planning Workshops Scheduled for Anniston and Jacksonville November 5 (via Calhoun Journal)
Free Heirs’ Property and Estate Planning Workshops Scheduled for Anniston and Jacksonville November 5.
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System will offer two free workshops on heirs’ property and estate planning Thursday, November 5, 2026, in Anniston and Jacksonville.
The workshops are designed to help residents understand property ownership issues, estate planning options, and legal considerations involving family-owned land.
The workshops are presented through the Virginia Caples Lifelong Learning Institute and will provide information and resources for individuals and families who own property without a clear title or have questions about preparing a will.
Heirs’ property generally refers to land or real estate passed down through generations without formal estate planning or a clear transfer of ownership. These situations can create challenges when family members attempt to sell, improve, finance, or otherwise manage inherited property.
The workshops will address common issues involving heirs’ property, explain potential steps toward resolving ownership concerns, and provide opportunities for attendees to ask questions of legal professionals. Organizers emphasize that the information applies to properties of any size, including land in rural and urban areas.
Attendees will also have access to free attorney consultations, educational resources, and refreshments.[1]
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References
- Calhoun Journal. Free Heirs’ Property and Estate Planning Workshops Scheduled for Anniston and Jacksonville November 5. ↩
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