The probate process can be complicated, but our attorneys are here to guide you through the process step by step. From Detroit and Metro area to Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, and Tuscola counties, we assist families in administering estates efficiently while minimizing delays.
Probate is the legal process of validating a will and distributing assets under court supervision.
Not necessarily. Small estates or assets held in trusts may bypass probate.
The process can take several months to over a year, depending on estate complexity, any disputes amongst heirs or beneficiaries, and the County that the decedent was in or resided at the time of death.
Disputes over wills can strain family relationships. We handle contested will cases with sensitivity, ensuring your loved one’s wishes are honored while resolving conflicts amicably when possible. Our team serves Detroit, Metro area, and Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, and Tuscola counties.
Common reasons include claims of undue influence, lack of capacity, or fraud during the will's creation.
Typically, individuals with an interest in the estate, such as heirs or beneficiaries.
In Michigan, challenges must be filed within specific deadlines, often shortly after probate is opened.
Trust issues require a firm hand. Our experienced attorneys guide clients in Detroit, Metro area, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, and Tuscola counties through trust litigation, protecting beneficiaries’ rights and ensuring fiduciary duties are upheld.
Common issues include trustee misconduct, mismanagement of assets, or disputes among beneficiaries.
Trustees must act in the best interest of beneficiaries, follow the trust terms, and provide regular accounting.
Typically a Revocable Trust can be modified by the Trust Maker during their lifetime. After the Trust Maker’s death the trust can be modified but only under certain circumstances, such as agreement by all beneficiaries or court order.
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