On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | Jun 29, 2020 | Probate
When someone dies, the next step is opening probate so that their will can be authenticated, their debts paid and their assets distributed as their estate is settled. Most executors will enlist an attorney’s help to get them through the process. What do you need to...
On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | Jun 10, 2020 | Probate
When a loved one dies, they might leave behind debts. These can include things like medical bills, credit card accounts, tax liabilities and similar items. It is up to the executor of the estate to get these paid out of the estate in accordance with state laws....
On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | May 29, 2020 | Probate
When dividing a parent’s estate, if not given a complete plan on how to do so, dividing the financial assets may be the easy part. It’s the items that are worth nothing that can often bring up the most problems. For example, maybe your parents left you and your...
On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | Apr 24, 2020 | Probate
When you are entering probate, you will benefit from as much support as you can find. This is particularly important if it is your first foray into the Michigan probate process. In nearly all cases, your support team should include an attorney with experience handling...
On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | Apr 14, 2020 | Probate
When a person passes away, creditors usually aren’t going to stop trying to collect what they are due. Instead, they might try to use some harsh tactics to collect. Some might ask for a copy of the death certificate and others will push hard to get someone to pay the...
On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | Apr 10, 2020 | Probate
Your loved one passed away unexpectedly, and it has left you reeling. You have to handle their estate, but you don’t even know where to start. You’d never spoken to them about being the executor, and it’s not a job you’re prepared to handle. In this case, this may be...
On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | Mar 28, 2020 | Probate
Having to deal with probate when you just lost a loved one is difficult. The problems you may be facing are complex, and the case could be long, drawn out and emotional. It’s important to make sure that you have the right support if your loved one’s estate goes...
On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | Mar 10, 2020 | Probate
When a loved one passes away, their estate plan might have an executor named. This individual guides the estate through the probate process, and they have a lot of responsibility on their shoulders. One thing that some might have to deal with is an unhappy heir or...
