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How Often Should You Update Your Will in Michigan? Major Life Events to Consider
Have you ever paused to think about how changes in your life may affect the will you drafted years ago? At Bassett Murray Law Group, we have spent more than 30 years helping Michigan families develop wills and other planning…
Read MoreThe Role of A Will in Michigan Probate Proceedings. What You Need to Know
Some people think a will alone keeps their estate out of probate. We hear this question regularly, and it’s easy to see why there’s confusion. At Bassett Murray Law Group, PLLC, we’ve spent more than three decades helping Michigan families…
Read MoreFormal vs. Informal Probate: A Closer Look at the Differences in Michigan
Have you ever wondered how an estate is handled if someone passes without a designated plan in place? We’re Bassett Murray Law Group, PLLC, a Michigan practice with more than three decades of experience helping families with wills, trusts, and…
Read MoreWhat Are The Pros And Cons Of Legal Guardianship in Michigan?
Picture a worried adult child sitting in the probate court hallway, paperwork in hand, wondering if asking a judge to appoint a guardian is the only way to protect Dad. Moments like this happen every week across Michigan, and they…
Read MoreWhat Happens If a Primary Beneficiary Dies in Michigan?
Have you ever worried about naming someone in your will who might pass away before you do? This topic can be unsettling, but it’s a real concern for anyone thinking about future planning. Bassett Murray Law Group is invested in…
Read MoreLegal Grounds for Contesting a Will: What You Need to Know
Families often picture probate as a simple paperwork task, only to have a dispute over a will drop in like a summer storm. Questions start flying: “Did Mom really understand the document?” “Why is my brother’s friend listed as the…
Read MoreWhat Happens If a Sibling Refuses to Sign Probate Documents in Michigan?
Money, memories, and family history are all on the line when a loved one dies. If one sibling refuses to sign probate documents in Michigan, the process can still move forward. The court can notify the non-signing sibling and proceed…
Read MoreWhat Happens If You Don’t File a Probate?
We often feel a bit overwhelmed after a loved one passes, especially when confronting legal procedures. You may be unsure whether filing for probate is even required. At Bassett Murray Law Group, PLLC, we’ve spent over 30 years supporting Michigan…
Read MoreGuardianship vs. Conservatorship in Michigan: What’s the Difference?
Life can change quickly, and sometimes loved ones need help with day-to-day choices or money matters. At Bassett Murray Law Group, PLLC, we have served Michigan families for over 30 years and are invested in Improving Lives. Our work focuses…
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Bassett Murray Law Group, PLLC
2045 Hogback Road
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Phone: 734-930-9200
Fax: 734-930-9942
Petoskey Office
By Appointment only
3319 Lakeside Dr S
Petoskey, MI 49770
Phone: 231-427-2292
Bassett Murray Law Group, PLLC
2045 Hogback Road
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Phone: 734-930-9200
Fax: 734-930-9942
