Lewis And Clark County Beneficiary Deed Affidavit of Death Form (Montana)

Affidavit of Death Form
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.
Last validated 6/24/2025
Affidavit of Death Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.
Last validated 3/26/2025
Completed Example of the Affidavit of Death Form
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
Last validated 6/11/2025Additional Montana and Lewis And Clark County documents included at no extra charge:
Where to Record Your Documents
Lewis and Clark County Clerk / Recorder
Address:
316 North Park Ave, Rm 113
Helena, Montana 59623
Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm M-F
Phone: (406) 447-8337
Recording Tips for Lewis And Clark County:
- Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
- Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
- Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions
- Mornings typically have shorter wait times than afternoons
Cities and Jurisdictions in Lewis And Clark County
Properties in any of these areas use Lewis And Clark County forms:
- Augusta
- Canyon Creek
- East Helena
- Fort Harrison
- Helena
- Lincoln
- Marysville
- Wolf Creek
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Lewis And Clark County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.
Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Lewis And Clark County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Lewis And Clark County including margin requirements, content requirements, font and font size requirements.
Can I reuse these forms?
Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Lewis And Clark County you only need to order once.
What do I need to use these forms?
The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. You'll need Adobe Reader (free software that most computers already have). You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.
Are there any recurring fees?
No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.
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Transferring Title under a Montana Beneficiary Deed
In 2007, the Montana Legislature enacted the state's beneficiary deed law, found at Montana Code Annotated Section 72-6-121. All following parenthetical references identify the part of that section which contains additional information. The statute outlines the requirements for a beneficiary to gain ownership of real property from a beneficiary deed at 72-6-121(12).
The process involves completing and recording an affidavit of death. This document must contain the information specified in 7-4-2613(1)(c), including recording details from the beneficiary deed, a full legal description of the property interest, names and addresses of all surviving grantee beneficiaries, and evidence of the owner's death. In addition, attach an official copy of the deceased owner's death certificate. When the affidavit of death is completed and notarized, submit it to the clerk and recorder in each county in which the real property or any part of the real property is located.
Beneficiaries take ownership of the property subject to any mortgages, taxes, and obligations of record (1), including claims from the department of public health and human services may assert a claim pursuant to 53-6-167 for medical assistance (7). Because of these or other reasons, some beneficiaries may decide not to accept the transfer. In that case, follow the procedures outlined in 72-2-811 to disclaim the interest.
Each circumstance is unique, so contact an attorney with specific questions or for complex situations.
(Montana BD Affidavit of Death Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)
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The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Lewis And Clark County recording requirements for formatting. If there's an issue caused by our formatting, we'll make it right and refund your payment.
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