Wills & Trusts

Do I need to legally document my wishes in a will or trust before I die?
While the future is uncertain, it is important to be as legally prepared as possible.

It is important to consult with an experienced estate attorney who will legally and thoroughly document your wishes. Hiring an experienced estate attorney is important—you do not want a poorly drafted will or trust which may cause confusion for your heirs—your wishes may not be carried out.

Attorney Robert Nickerson, at the Nickerson Law Office in Port Huron, Michigan, offers clients the most dependable and trustworthy legal representation possible. Attorney Nickerson focuses on estate planning, probate and trust administration, probate litigation, and business planning.

To arrange a free consultation with the Nickerson Law Office, please contact us at (810)-987-3009 or fill out our Contact Form.

I don't live in Michigan, but I need help with probating a Michigan estate. What should I do?
Contact an experienced Michigan estate attorney. Attorney Robert Nickerson has extensive experience helping out-of-state parties who need assistance with probating Michigan estates. He handles legal issues often associated with probate litigation, including contract and title disputes.

To arrange a free consultation with the Nickerson Law Office, please contact us at (810)-987-3009 or fill out our Contact Form.

How do I know if I need a trust or a will?
An experienced Attorney can explain the differences between a trust and a will. Your individual and/or business, estate or succession plans should be carefully crafted by an experienced professional. Attorney Robert Nickerson will explain all of your options and recommend what best fits your needs.

Does a trust replace a will?
A trust supplements, not replaces, a will. Not every estate benefits from a trust. If you are considering placing your estate and retirement assets in a trust, it is very important that you work with an attorney with extensive experience in that field.

To arrange a free consultation with an experienced and trustworthy attorney, contact the Nickerson Law Office, at (810)-987-3009 or fill out our Contact Form.

We are heirs in a will, and the will is so confusing. What should we do?
You need to contact an experienced and trusted probate litigation attorney who has worked to help clients deal with the confusion caused by poorly prepared wills and trusts. Attorney Robert Nickerson is an experienced and trustworthy probate litigation attorney who can help you!

To make an appointment with an experienced probate litigation attorney, please contact the Nickerson Law Office at (810)-987-3009 or fill out our Contact Form.

What is a living will, and do I need one?
The purpose of a living will is to describe your wishes for medical treatment and long-term care in the event you become debilitated by injury or illness. While living wills are not recognized in the State of Michigan courts, Michigan law recognizes something similar called “Durable Power of Attorney” for health purposes, which is similar to a living will. Durable Power gives your designated loved ones clear direction if they have to make medical treatment or long-term care decisions on your behalf. If you have a Durable Power of Attorney for health purposes, loved ones will know your wishes and will have the legal authority to make certain they are carried out.

You need a Durable Power of Attorney, because it attends to the measures you want taken in a health care emergency. If you make your wishes clear, you can avoid much sadness and pain for your loved-ones. Important end-of-life decisions should be made by you, not by others in court. A properly-drafted Durable Power, when accompanied by a person you trust to be your Durable Power of Attorney, helps ensure that health-care providers follow your wishes, not the wishes of others.

Why should I bother with a Durable Power at this point in my life?
Like a will and a trust, a Durable Power forces us to confront uncomfortable issues. Because life is unpredictable, it is important now to have your wishes clearly stated in legal documents. The Nickerson Law Firm will make this process as easy and comfortable as possible for you. We will make sure that the documents are properly drafted—guaranteeing that the decisions you make now can not be challenged by anyone in the future.

To arrange a free consultation with an experienced and trustworthy attorney, contact the Nickerson Law Office, at (810)-987-3009 or fill out our Contact Form.