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Michigan, how long after the death of a spouse can a guardian of an incapacitated living spouse contest a will.

Peter's answer | Answered on December 18, 2012

Get a local probate lawyer who is also a litigator. Trying to prove that the person who died intended something different than what that person's...

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How long can a probate hearing or case be postponed due to a medical issue which is substantiated by a physician?

Peter's answer | Answered on December 18, 2012

Is the beneficiary represented by a lawyer? The issue the court will confront is how necessary the presence of the beneficiary is to deciding...

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Is it advisable to sit down with husbands divorce lawyer to write up our agreement on division of property, and child custody?

Peter's answer | Answered on December 18, 2012

I agree with Mr. Gornbein. The better solution is for you to have your husband's lawyer draft the judgment, child support order and so forth,...

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My husband & I are going through a Consented divorce. Can he file the Answer and Waiver form without being served?

Peter's answer | Answered on December 18, 2012

Self help is not the best idea. You still have to follow the court rules. As Mr. Gornbein points out, you may be able to handle service by having...

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Can a non notarized will help me fight probate court against my siblings

Peter's answer | Answered on December 17, 2012

Wills need not be notarized to be valid. However, since you are already battling your sibs in probate court, you need a lawyer to help you. If I...

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Michigan - Who has rights to home?

Peter's answer | Answered on December 16, 2012

Mr. Goldman is right. Your divorce judgment spells out the rights you and your ex have in the home you live in now. As far as your current...

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If a married couple of sixty years had 2 offspring. And the husband leaves all of his money to one of the children,

Peter's answer | Answered on December 15, 2012

Please consult with a probate lawyer so you can learn what your rights and options are. As mentioned before, there are many factors to consider.

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How much money can i legally gift in 2012

Peter's answer | Answered on December 14, 2012

Does mother's estate have a lawyer? If so, you may want to check with the lawyer. Mom's properly presented bills have to be paid before the...

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I have just filed for divorce and I am in need of a form to opt out of friend of the court. What form do I need and where?

Peter's answer | Answered on December 13, 2012

Call the Friend of Court and ask which SCAO (Supreme Court Administrative Office) form will do the trick. Then you should be able to either find...

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I want to know how I file for a clarification of a will statement in Michigan probate court.

Peter's answer | Answered on December 13, 2012

Has an estate been opened? You will want to consult with your own lawyer to get a definitive answer to your questions.

Peter L. Conway's Answers (6504)

Michigan, how long after the death of a spouse can a guardian of an incapacitated living spouse contest a will.

How long can a probate hearing or case be postponed due to a medical issue which is substantiated by a physician?

Is it advisable to sit down with husbands divorce lawyer to write up our agreement on division of property, and child custody?

My husband & I are going through a Consented divorce. Can he file the Answer and Waiver form without being served?

Can a non notarized will help me fight probate court against my siblings

Michigan - Who has rights to home?

If a married couple of sixty years had 2 offspring. And the husband leaves all of his money to one of the children,

How much money can i legally gift in 2012

I have just filed for divorce and I am in need of a form to opt out of friend of the court. What form do I need and where?

I want to know how I file for a clarification of a will statement in Michigan probate court.