Probate Administration Attorney For Monroe, MI

Leah provides valuable assistance and advice for individuals and families during that difficult time after death when the probate and estate administration process may occur.  Contact Us today to learn how we can help you.

We proudly serve Monroe County Michigan, including Monroe, Carleton, Luna Pier, Dundee, Temperance, Lambertville and surrounding areas.  Leah will take the time to meet with you, listen to your individual needs, and adopt estate planning measures specific to your situation such as wills and powers of attorney.  Leah’s goal is to help you feel comfortable and secure in some of life’s most important decisions.

We advise clients on matters related to the estate administration process. The complicated issues and problems that arise after the death of a family member or friend can be overwhelming.  Leah will assist and advise you on Michigan’s probate process. We have provided a general summary below to help inform you about Michigan’s probate process. Please contact Rurka Law PLC if you desire specific information about legal issues currently facing you or your family.

Michigan law provides a specific roadmap and legal administrative process for wrapping up decedents affairs regardless of whether the person died with or without a will.  This process is generally termed “Probate.” Guiding an estate through this probate process can be relatively simple and straightforward.  On the other hand, probate can also be challenging, lengthy, and filled with legal issues. Regardless of the complexity, the probate process ensures that property of the deceased is accounted for, debts and taxes are paid or disposed of, and any remaining property is properly disbursed.

Probate generally occurs when the decedent had estate assets (property interests owned by the deceased on the date of death) in his or her name alone.  Because the deceased is no longer available to transfer property to others, the court will appoint an individual to be the Personal Representative (PR) of the estate to act in the place and stead of the decedent.  The PR holds a high calling of accountability in execution of this appointment and is charged with making sure that the probate process is done correctly and that the affairs of the deceased are completed in accordance with Michigan law.  A person is generally appointed PR based on being named to that position in the decedent’s will or is appointed by the court in instances where no will exists and law establishes their priority status. We work closely with the PR throughout the probate process.

A broad view of the main steps involved in the probate process include the filing of necessary initial documents to open an estate and get a PR appointed, preparing notices to interested persons regarding the proceedings, gathering estate assets and potentially liquidating the same, conducting an inventory and appraisal of the assets, dealing with creditor claims and tax issues, providing accountings to the court, and ensuring the assets are properly distributed.

As can you see, having an experienced probate lawyer assist with questions regarding estate administration can be invaluable.