Our trial attorneys has plenty of experience serving Metro-Detroit with his expertise in the conservatorship lawyer and probate realm. When it comes to the Michigan probate courts, Attorney Patrick knows the legal jargon that can typically go over people’s heads, and he wants you to be prepared in the event that you have to consider conservatorship lawyer for a loved one. Patrick & Associates, PLLC has compiled a list of frequency asked questions regarding conservatorship lawyer for your benefit.
Planning for incapacity should be done by everyone who has the power to do so.
Yes, if you are 18 years or older and have the capacity to do so.
The probate court will appoint one for you.
Yes, conservators are entitled to “reasonable fees” and expense reimbursement.
No, the conservator, while acting as a fiduciary, is not responsible for the incapacitated individual’s debts.
Under certain circumstances, the probate court can be petitioned to create an involuntary conservatorship.
Capacity to nominate a conservator requires a lower level of capacity than contract capacity.
Detailed paperwork, loss of privacy, court hearings, lawyers, and loss of control.
Supervision of your conservator by the probate court will assure you assets are not mismanaged or even stolen.
The probate court will issue letters of conservatorship indicating your appointment and any restrictions. This document is used to establish and manage account of the individual as necessary.
When the incapacitated individual passes away, has no assets, or is otherwise dissolved by the court.
We would recommend contacting Attorney Dean E. Patrick and have a Durable Financial Power of Attorney drafted.
Call our Southfield, Michigan probate law firm at (248) 663-2566 or click here to arrange your initial consultation.
