On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | Oct 12, 2020 | Probate
Losing a loved one is hard. While you struggle to cope with the emotional ramifications of your loss, you might also be worried about other issues pertaining to your loved one. Some of those issues might involve your loved one’s estate. These can be tricky matters,...
On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | Oct 2, 2020 | Probate
When individuals in Michigan and elsewhere draft an estate plan, they are taking the time to memorialize their wishes in writing. These wishes can detail what happens to their assets and property after they pass, medical directives if they are deemed incompetent,...
On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | Aug 20, 2020 | Probate
For many people, the home that they live in is the biggest asset that they ever purchase in their life. As such, the family home may be the largest single asset that someone includes in their estate plan or last will. If you are the executor of an estate and must deal...
On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | Aug 5, 2020 | Probate
There are many things that family members have to deal with when they have a loved one who passes away. One of the tasks that some individuals might need to handle is the estate of the decedent. They may be concerned about what should happen with the person’s debts....
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...
