Author Archives: John K. Maloney
Making a Will That Is Contest-Proof
A will serves as your final directive, outlining how your assets should be distributed after your death. It prevents your estate from falling under the application of state intestacy laws, which can cause undesirable results. Unfortunately, wills are sometimes contested by heirs or other interested parties. Common grounds include mental incompetency, fraud, undue influence; forgery […]
Using a Lady Bird Deed to Transfer Real Estate at Death
As a Michigan resident, you have the option of using an enhanced life estate deed, commonly known as a “lady bird deed,” to transfer real property upon your death without going through the probate process. This legal instrument allows you to maintain control over your property during your lifetime while designating beneficiaries to inherit the […]
Understanding How COVID-19 May Have Affected the Value of Your Estate
The economic and personal upheaval triggered by the COVID-19 outbreak is likely to warrant a review of your estate plan, no matter how thorough you think it is. As Americans cope with health fears and financial volatility, it’s worthwhile to determine whether a will, trust, advance medical directive or other legal instrument needs to be […]
Local Attorneys Recognized
As part of the 2016 Michigan Adoption Day Celebration, the Oakland County Circuit Court, Family Division, recently honored Rochester attorneys J. Douglas Otlewski and John K. Maloney, of the law firm of Otlewski and Maloney PC. In recognition of their longtime commitment to the representation of children, Judge Elizabeth Pezzetti presented the Sandra Silver Advocate […]
