If you are minors, or were minors at the time this happened, you may have a pretty good argument that you are entitled to this money from your...

Is it possible for a spouse to receive funds prior to the conclusion of probate estate?

It's too bad the court appointed someone else to serve as the Personal Representative, instead of you. That's potentially eating into your share. ...

If your children are minors and he did not have a surviving spouse, then you have standing to open a probate estate for their father. That would...

It sounds like you will need to hire an attorney to get any progress on this issue. The expenses of the other heirs should not impact the...

Why on a Affidavit of Decedent's Successor in Michigan do I need to list heir's to my Niece who passed recently?

What you were told is correct. If you want to follow the provisions of the Will, you cannot use the cheap and easy method of Affidavit of...

Lawyer who represents my sister will not give my other two siblings a copy of the trust , in Michigan, that was set up my step d

If you are a beneficiary named in the trust, you are entitled to a copy at least of the portions that impact you, along with other information,...

Husband purchased home after our marriage. My name is not on the deed. What are the advantages/disadvantages of adding me?

If left as is, the home would be subject to probate upon his death, which as Mr. Klisz stated is costly and time consuming. I usually estimate for...

Can we terminate a full guardianship against the wishes of the appointed guardians of our child.?

Hi Rick. I'm glad to hear you and your wife are doing well for yourselves, and for your family. Hopefully the matter can be resolved with the...

Appreciate clarification for the statement & being informed the Atty & PR are required to keep legal heirs in Probate informed.

There are multiple notices you should have received by now. You really need to consult with an attorney and hire someone to protect your...

Group Life Ins in a Probate? Also, in a Probate, what documentation must a PR give to all interested parties/legal heirs?

There are a few notices required at the outset - such as notice of appointment as PR, notice of attorney fees, etc. Often there is not a whole lot...