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Michigan Probate Attorneys

Michigan Probate & Trust Administration Lawyers

Navigating probate and trust administration can be overwhelming. Our experienced attorneys help families across Michigan settle estates efficiently and ensure trusts are properly administered.

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Comprehensive Probate & Trust Administration Services

Probate is a court-managed proceeding to settle an estate, while trust administration ensures a trust is carried out correctly. Here’s what’s involved:

Probate Court Filings: We handle all necessary probate paperwork, including filing the will, notifying creditors, and petitioning the court.
Inventory & Asset Management: We locate, appraise, and manage estate assets to ensure proper distribution to heirs or beneficiaries.
Settling Debts & Taxes: Our team assists in paying off debts, filing tax returns, and ensuring estate taxes are properly handled.
Trust Administration: We guide trustees through trust administration, ensuring compliance with legal and financial responsibilities.
Final Distributions: We facilitate the final distribution of assets, ensuring beneficiaries receive their inheritance efficiently.

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Our Step-by-Step Probate & Trust Administration Process

Our attorneys guide you through probate and trust administration, ensuring every legal and financial requirement is met while relieving the burden on your family.

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Step 1

Initial Consultation

Discuss estate and trust administration needs
Review legal documents and financial records
Determine necessary court filings and next steps

Step 2

Filing Probate & Trust Documents

File necessary probate documents with the court
Notify beneficiaries and creditors as required
Obtain court approval for asset distribution

Step 3

Inventory & Valuation

Locate and appraise all estate assets
Determine asset distribution and management strategy
Prepare required accounting records

Step 4

Debt & Tax Settlement

Notify and pay creditors as required
File state and federal tax returns
Obtain necessary tax releases and closing letters

Step 5

Final Distribution & Closure

Distribute remaining assets to beneficiaries
Provide final accounting to the court and beneficiaries
Obtain final court approval and close estate

What You Need to Know About Probate in Michigan

Dealing with the loss of a loved one is hard enough—navigating the probate process shouldn’t make it harder.

Download our Probate Guide to get a clear, step-by-step overview of what to expect, what’s required, and how to avoid common pitfalls in Michigan probate cases.

Probate Frequently Asked Questions

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Whether you need a will, trust, asset protection plan or are in need of medicaid crisis planning, our team is here to help! We are dedicated to providing you with the best legal representation possible. Call us today to book your consultation.

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“Their whole team was amazing to work with! The attorneys were very knowledgeable and made it easy to understand. We chose virtual planning process option because it was so much more convenient with my work schedule but they offered to meet in person too of we didn't do zoom. Highly Recommended!”

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