Southfield, MI personal injury attorney Johnny Hawkins talks about his firm’s expertise in the area of probate law. He states that in the area of probate law, his firm handles the full spectrum of services, including guardianships, conservatorships, and deceased estates. Probate matters arise when an individual has been incapacitated but is still living, requiring assistance in managing personal and financial affairs. Guardianships involve overseeing an incapacitated person’s daily needs and making decisions on their behalf, while conservatorships focus on managing financial matters for someone unable to do so independently. The court appoints fiduciaries for these roles, and the firm represents both the fiduciaries and the individuals requiring fiduciary services. These services are billed at an hourly rate, and the firm has been providing them for 24 years.

The firm also handles deceased estates, assisting in situations where a person has passed away with or without a will. This process includes appointing a personal representative or executor, opening the estate, administering assets, resolving bills, and making final distributions. These services are likewise billed at an hourly rate, and the firm has been engaged in this practice area for 24 years. He emphasizes that the firm values this aspect of its work and takes pride in guiding clients through these complex matters.