Can I have POA over my mother who has dementia before a non next of kin in Michigan?

Normally, the principal can ask whoever she wants to act as agent under a POA. It is often the children, or one of them. But there is no...

Is there a way for an incapacitated person to be assured he will be able to be present at his guardianship hearing?

While the person has the right to appear, it is very possible, if not likely, that it is not in his best interest to do so. He has an attorney and...

How to file objection to brother becoming personal rep of our deceased mothers probate estate

You can file WRITTEN objections to your brother's appointment with the Court. An estate cannot be opened until at least two weeks have passed from...

Last will and Testament verification

If your father has less than $22k worth of assets, then you can avoid the need to probate the estate. Whether there is a Will in such cases may be...

Will I lose my grandson I raised for 8 years?

The Judge is required to consider the best interests of the ward. Certainly, the boyfriend's record is an issue. Your best bet is to retain an...

Michigan is in the minority of states that do not impose responsibility for such costs on other family members. The laws could always change, but...

Why The landlord name isn't on the deeds or taxes. Can I still be evicted

More information is needed. The landlord *could* be a property manager without being the owner. Do you have a written lease? What does it say?...

You can show them a copy of the Will and you can indicate that you are acting in the role of Personal Representative, but you will not actually BE...

Can my landlord evict me if she sold the house?

You have two issues: 1) can someone who no longer owns the house evict you? 2) Can a new owner evict you? The answer to both questions is no, as...

In a temporary guardianship what are the laws in regard to pay I g the bills of the person you have guardianship over?

In Michigan, a guardian has limited or no authority regarding the finances of the ward. That is generally all handled by a conservator, instead. It...