Death Probate

The Scary Side of a Generous Gift

Oct 29, 2026

Imagine inheriting a cottage on one of Michigan's beautiful lakes. It's the place where your fami...

Have You Chosen the Right People for the Right Roles?

Oct 22, 2026

Choosing a Trustee, Agent, Patient Advocate, and Personal Representative in Michigan   In m...

The Retirement Surprise No One Warns Married Couples About

Aug 06, 2026

For many married couples, the monthly Social Security deposit quietly becomes part of everyday life....

After the Diagnosis, What Comes Next?

Jul 16, 2026

When people think about elder law, Alzheimer's disease or dementia is often the first condition that...

America Celebrates Independence. Have You Protected Yours?

Jul 02, 2026

On July 4, 2026, America celebrates 250 years of independence. For generations, Independence Day ...

What Aretha Franklin’s Estate Battle Really Teaches

Jun 25, 2026

In July 2023, nearly five years after Aretha Franklin's death, a Michigan jury ruled that a handwrit...

You Already Have an Estate

Jun 18, 2026

They were not wealthy by any conventional definition. They had a house in Westland paid off over thi...

Sidestep Probate: What Michigan’s Small Estate” Law Allows

Apr 28, 2026

If you live in Northville, Brighton, or the surrounding Southeast Michigan area, you’ve likely ...

Nine Things You May Not Know About Michigan Probate

May 29, 2024

Almost everyone has heard of probate, but many people have no experience with the process, and myths...

Which Debts Take Priority in Probate?

Apr 12, 2024

One of the important duties of a personal representative of a Michigan estate is to settle the debts...