When someone passes away in Michigan, the personal representative (also known as an executor) becomes the point person for settling the estate. But what exactly does this role entail—and who gets to take it on?
A personal representative is responsible for managing the deceased’s estate: identifying and securing assets, paying debts, and distributing property to heirs or beneficiaries. This individual is appointed by the probate court, and Michigan law follows a clear order of priority for who gets the job—starting with the person named in the will, followed by the surviving spouse and other beneficiaries.
To learn more about who gets to be a personal representative, read our full article on our website.
Whether you’re preparing your estate plan or navigating the probate process after a loved one’s death, an experienced estate planning attorney in Ann Arbor can help guide you through the legal steps, minimize family conflict, and ensure the estate is properly administered.
Need guidance with Michigan probate? Contact the trusted attorneys at Pear Sperling Eggan & Daniels, P.C.
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