Does a Will in Michigan Avoid Michigan Probate?
Written by Christopher J. Berry, Esq. on August 6, 2008 – 5:11 pm -
No. This is one of the largest misunderstandings clients have who are interested in estate planning in Michigan. Let me say it again so it is clear, a will does NOT avoid the Michigan probate system. I have discussed some of the ways to avoid probate, often the best way is through a properly drafted and funded revocable living trust, but a will does not. Think of your will as your ticket to the Michigan Probate system in all of it’s glory. Sure, the court systems follows your wishes with a properly admitted will, but it does not avoid the process.
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