How long may one keep a trust open in Michigan?

How long a trust will remain open depends on many things; the terms of the trust, the problems encountered, the diligence of the trustee and the...

Michigan- I'm contesting my father's will/trust. We are at the point of mediation. Can the personal representative of the

Sounds like you are headed toward mediation with three mediators. If you don't have a lawyer, I recommend that you get one. If you do, listen to...

After death what can be done if the surviving spouse is lying/hiding inf about accounts and items that didn't have a beneficiary

An heir can file a petition to open a probate estate. You may want to consult with a probate litigator first, so you can learn about what you may...

Husband left 2 years ago tried to divorce him but would not comply and i ran out of money, i have no home no car he has 2 car

You may want to investigate whether Legal Aid will help you.l

How long does divorce take

If a party won't sign, the other party can ask for a hearing and a ruling by the judge. Talk to your lawyer.

My ex owed me $48, 500 marital assets from our Muskegon County divorce 2003. Meanwhile he he filed bankruptcy and the Federal

A lot depends on what happened in the bankruptcy case and how and why the judge ordered that the 20K be paid. In any event, follow Mr. Gornbein's...

Is probate needed if the deceased has named beneficiaries for all insurance policies; annuity

Probate is used to pass title when there is no other way to do so. If all the assets are co-owned, or beneficiaries are named, there is no need...

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My divorce was finalized in November, 2012, and my ex-husband was awarded one of our homes.

You should talk with a lawyer and have the lawyer review the complete judgment. I would be willing to give you a 30 minute consultation at no...

My sister is the executor of my mothers estate after she passes away and my fear is that she will linger settling estate.

Has an estate been opened in court yet? Your best course of action is to contact a probate lawyer to discuss the situation and develop a plan of...

Can my attorney charge me more????

First, and best, if you have a written fee agreement, it will set out exactly what the lawyer planned on doing for you in exchange for your $1,500....