In Michigan, when someone lacks the physical or mental capacity to make decisions, they may need a guardian. The guardianship process can take a few months, but urgent situations might require quicker action. Under Michigan
A power of attorney is a legal document governed by Michigan Laws. Chapter 700 of the Michigan Compiled Laws defines and explains procedures and statutes regarding powers of attorney. More specifically, Section 5501-5505 deals with
When an individual passes away in Michigan, their estate typically undergoes probate in the county where they lived. For those who lived in Kent County, the Kent County Probate Court manages this process, ensuring assets
Trusts are legal documents governed by extensive state laws. The Michigan Trust Code authorizes the creation of trusts under MCL (Michigan Compiled Law) 744.7401. Of course, establishing the trust is step one in this complicated,
Michigan Intestate Succession Intestate succession is the legal process of distributing a deceased person’s assets when they die without a will or trust. In Michigan, numerous statutes dictate how estates are divided among heirs. Courts
Probate is the process by which a deceased person’s assets are managed and distributed. While this process varies by state, this article specifically addresses the probate laws in Michigan. It’s important to understand that while
