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New Michigan Laws Could Positively Impact Your Family, Your Identity, or Your Long-Term-Care

07/05/2025

It’s not every day that three important legal shifts happen at once. But on April 1, 2025, Michigan quietly made updates that could touch more lives than most people realize—from those hoping to grow their families to individuals managing long-term…

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When Should You Get an Estate Plan in Michigan? The Best Time to Start Planning

06/27/2025

Have you ever thought about who would receive your assets if something unpredictable happened? Many people assume estate planning only applies later in life, yet that’s not always correct. Putting a plan in place today can help ensure your wishes…

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Types of Trusts in Michigan: Which One Is Right for You?

06/19/2025

Have you ever wondered if there is a simple way to protect your house, life savings, or cherished family keepsakes? We all want to feel secure about the future, and that’s where trust can make a difference. At Bassett Murray…

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How Often Should You Update Your Will in Michigan? Major Life Events to Consider

06/13/2025

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…

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The Role of A Will in Michigan Probate Proceedings. What You Need to Know

06/03/2025

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…

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Formal vs. Informal Probate: A Closer Look at the Differences in Michigan

05/27/2025

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…

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What Are The Pros And Cons Of Legal Guardianship in Michigan?

05/18/2025

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…

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What Happens If a Primary Beneficiary Dies in Michigan?

05/08/2025

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…

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Legal Grounds for Contesting a Will: What You Need to Know

05/01/2025

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…

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Bassett Murray Law Group, PLLC
2045 Hogback Road
​Ann Arbor, MI ​48105
Phone: 734-930-9200
Fax: 734-930-9942