James P. Frederick’s Guides

James P. Frederick

Livonia Probate Attorney.

Contributor Level 20
  1. Should I Purchase Long Term Care Insurance?

    Written by attorney James Frederick, over 3 years ago. STAFF PICK

    People are living longer. The fastest growing segment of the U.S. population is people over 80. Because of this fact, more people require more medical care. Medicare and Medicaid cannot keep up with the increased demand and are cutting benefits. Long term care insurance is one alternative.

    7 people found this guide helpful

  2. Estate Planning When Minors Are Involved

    Written by attorney James Frederick, almost 4 years ago. STAFF PICK

    8 people found this guide helpful

  3. How to Probate an Estate in Michigan

    Written by attorney James Frederick, almost 4 years ago. STAFF PICK

    15 people found this guide helpful

  4. Do I need a lawyer to help with probate administration?

    Written by attorney James Frederick, about 1 year ago.

    Probate can be a frustrating and complicated process. It can also be expensive. The most expensive part of probate administration is the attorney fee. Do you need to pay this or can you handle probate on your own? These are the factors to consider.

    5 people found this guide helpful

  5. What is probate and do I need it?

    Written by attorney James Frederick, over 1 year ago.

    There are two basic types of probate proceedings in Michigan. Someone suffering from legal incapacity, (such as a minor), may require a guardian and or conservator. Also, when someone has died, the probate court may be needed to transfer title to their assets. This guide deals with both proceedings.

    4 people found this guide helpful

  6. Top 10 reasons to avoid probate

    Written by attorney James Frederick, over 1 year ago.

    Probate is the process of the court giving someone authority to transfer the title of a deceased person's assets. This generally results in higher costs and more aggravation than is necessary.

    3 people found this guide helpful

  7. What is the MINIMUM amount of estate planning I can get by with to avoid probate?

    Written by attorney James Frederick, almost 2 years ago.

    EVERY person should have a General Durable Power of Attorney in place that names someone to handle their financial affairs and medical treatment decisions, in the event he or she becomes incapacitated. If someone does not have this document, then probate proceedings will be neces...

    3 people found this guide helpful

  8. Top Ten Ways NOT to Plan Your Estate

    Written by attorney James Frederick, over 2 years ago.

    4 people found this guide helpful

  9. Do I need a Will?

    Written by attorney James Frederick, over 3 years ago.

    7 people found this guide helpful

  10. How (and When) to Take Advantage of Free (or low cost) Estate Planning Tools

    Written by attorney James Frederick, over 3 years ago.

    5 people found this guide helpful