INSTRUCTIONS: MICHIGAN SAFE-DEPOSIT BOX CERTIFICATE AND RECEIPT (Form PC 552)

The form discussed in this article is filed by a person named in a Michigan order to examine the contents of a safe deposit box of a decedent to search for a will or deed to a burial plot in which the decedent is to be buried. This document can be obtained from the website maintained by the Michigan Courts system.

Michigan Safe-Deposit Box Certificate And Receipt PC 552 Step 1: Enter the file number where indicated.

Michigan Safe-Deposit Box Certificate And Receipt PC 552 Step 2: On the first blank line, enter the name of the person whose estate is concerned.

Michigan Safe-Deposit Box Certificate And Receipt PC 552 Step 3: Check the box on line 1 if a safe-deposit box was located and opened. On the first blank line, enter the number of the box.

Michigan Safe-Deposit Box Certificate And Receipt PC 552 Step 4: On the second blank line, enter the name of the bank, trust or safe-deposit company.

Michigan Safe-Deposit Box Certificate And Receipt PC 552 Step 5: Check the first box on line 1a if a will was found.

Michigan Safe-Deposit Box Certificate And Receipt PC 552 Step 6: Check the second box if a will was not found.

Michigan Safe-Deposit Box Certificate And Receipt PC 552 Step 7: Check the first box on line 1b if a deed to a burial plot in which the decedent is to be buried was found.

Michigan Safe-Deposit Box Certificate And Receipt PC 552 Step 8: Check the second box if a deed to a burial plot in which the decedent is to be buried was not found.

Michigan Safe-Deposit Box Certificate And Receipt PC 552 Step 9: Check the box on line 2 if no safe-deposit box is located.

Michigan Safe-Deposit Box Certificate And Receipt PC 552 Step 10: On the next blank line, enter the date.

Michigan Safe-Deposit Box Certificate And Receipt PC 552 Step 11: On the next two blank lines, enter the signature of the person named by an order to examine the contents of the box and the signature of the attending bank officer or authorized employee.

Michigan Safe-Deposit Box Certificate And Receipt PC 552 Step 12: On the last two blank lines, any other present should enter their signatures.

INSTRUCTIONS: MICHIGAN NOTICE OF DISALLOWANCE OF CLAIM (Form PC 580)

The form discussed in this article is to notify a person of the disallowance of their claim against a Michigan estate. This document can be obtained from the website maintained by the Michigan Courts system.

Michigan Notice Of Disallowance Of Claim PC 580 Step 1: Enter the file number where indicated.

Michigan Notice Of Disallowance Of Claim PC 580 Step 2: On the first blank line, enter the name of the person whose estate is concerned.

Michigan Notice Of Disallowance Of Claim PC 580 Step 3: Where indicated, enter the name and address of the claimant.

Michigan Notice Of Disallowance Of Claim PC 580 Step 4: On the next blank line, enter the date of the claim.

Michigan Notice Of Disallowance Of Claim PC 580 Step 5: On the next blank line, enter the amount of the claim.

Michigan Notice Of Disallowance Of Claim PC 580 Step 6: Check the first box if the claim is disallowed in whole.

Michigan Notice Of Disallowance Of Claim PC 580 Step 7: Check the second box if the claim is disallowed in part and specify which part is disallowed.

Michigan Notice Of Disallowance Of Claim PC 580 Step 8: Check the third box if the entire claim will be forever barred unless the claimant starts a civil action by filing a complaint against the fiduciary not later than 63 days after the mailing or delivery of this notice.

Michigan Notice Of Disallowance Of Claim PC 580 Step 9: Check the fourth box if the specified portion of the claim will be forever barred unless the claimant starts a civil action by filing a complaint against the fiduciary not later than 63 days after the mailing or delivery of this notice.

Michigan Notice Of Disallowance Of Claim PC 580 Step 10: On the next blank line, enter the date.

Michigan Notice Of Disallowance Of Claim PC 580 Step 11: On the left, the attorney should sign and print their name, as well as providing their address, city, state, zip code and telephone number.

Michigan Notice Of Disallowance Of Claim PC 580 Step 12: On the right, the fiduciary should print and sign their name, as well as their providing their address, city, state, zip code and telephone number.

INSTRUCTIONS: KENTUCKY PETITION FOR (PROBATE OF WILL) (APPOINTMENT OF ADMINISTRATOR) (APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR) (Form AOC-805)

The form discussed in this article to petition for Kentucky probate or will, or the appointment of an administrator or executor. This document can be obtained from the website maintained by the Kentucky Court of Justice.

Kentucky Petition For (Probate Of Will) (Appointment Of Administrator) (Appointment Of Executor) AOC-805 Step 1: On the first blank line, enter the case number.

Kentucky Petition For (Probate Of Will) (Appointment Of Administrator) (Appointment Of Executor) AOC-805 Step 2: On the second blank line, indicate whether you are petitioning a district or probate court by circling the applicable statement.

Kentucky Petition For (Probate Of Will) (Appointment Of Administrator) (Appointment Of Executor) AOC-805 Step 3: On the third blank line, enter the county.

Kentucky Petition For (Probate Of Will) (Appointment Of Administrator) (Appointment Of Executor) AOC-805 Step 4: On the fourth blank line, enter the name of the decedent.

Kentucky Petition For (Probate Of Will) (Appointment Of Administrator) (Appointment Of Executor) AOC-805 Step 5: On the fifth blank line, enter the Social Security number of the decedent.

Kentucky Petition For (Probate Of Will) (Appointment Of Administrator) (Appointment Of Executor) AOC-805 Step 6: On the sixth blank line, enter the date of birth of the decedent.

Kentucky Petition For (Probate Of Will) (Appointment Of Administrator) (Appointment Of Executor) AOC-805 Step 7: On the seventh blank line, enter the date of death of the decedent.

Kentucky Petition For (Probate Of Will) (Appointment Of Administrator) (Appointment Of Executor) AOC-805 Step 8: On the next four blank lines, enter the address of the decedent.

Kentucky Petition For (Probate Of Will) (Appointment Of Administrator) (Appointment Of Executor) AOC-805 Step 9: Check the first box if the decedent died intestate.

Kentucky Petition For (Probate Of Will) (Appointment Of Administrator) (Appointment Of Executor) AOC-805 Step 10: Check the second box if the decedent died testate.

Kentucky Petition For (Probate Of Will) (Appointment Of Administrator) (Appointment Of Executor) AOC-805 Step 11: Check the third box if petitioning for probate of will.

Kentucky Petition For (Probate Of Will) (Appointment Of Administrator) (Appointment Of Executor) AOC-805 Step 12: Check the fourth box if petitioning for appointment of an administrator. Check the fifth box if petitioning for appointment of an executor. Complete the rest of the form as instructed.

INSTRUCTIONS: CALIFORNIA NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION TO CREDITORS (Form DE-157)

The form discussed in this article is used to give notice to creditors of administration of a California estate. This document can be obtained from the website maintained by the California Judicial Branch.

California Notice Of Administration To Creditors DE-157 Step 1: On the first blank line, enter the name of the decedent.

California Notice Of Administration To Creditors DE-157 Step 2: On line 1, enter the name, address and telephone number of the personal representative of the estate, as well as the name of the decedent.

California Notice Of Administration To Creditors DE-157 Step 3: On line 2a, enter the name of the county in which the court is located, as well as its street address, mailing address, city, zip code and branch name.

California Notice Of Administration To Creditors DE-157 Step 4: On line 2b, enter the case number.

California Notice Of Administration To Creditors DE-157 Step 5: On line 3a, give the date on which letters of authorization to act for the estate were issued to a general personal representative.

California Notice Of Administration To Creditors DE-157 Step 6: On line 3b, give the date on which this notice was mailed or personally delivered.

California Notice Of Administration To Creditors DE-157 Step 7: The second page is for documentation of mail proof of service of the notice. At the top of the page, enter the name of the decedent and the case number.

California Notice Of Administration To Creditors DE-157 Step 8: On line 2, the residence or business address of the person doing the mailing should be entered. 

California Notice Of Administration To Creditors DE-157 Step 9: Check the box on line 3a if mailing was done by depositing the sealed envelope with the United States Postal Service with the postage fully prepaid.

California Notice Of Administration To Creditors DE-157 Step 10: Check the box on line 3b if mailing was done through ordinary business practices.

California Notice Of Administration To Creditors DE-157 Step 11: On line 4a, enter the date of deposit.

California Notice Of Administration To Creditors DE-157 Step 12: On line 4b, enter the city and state of deposit.

California Notice Of Administration To Creditors DE-157 Step 13: Enter the date, then print or type your name and enter your signature where indicated.

INSTRUCTIONS: CALIFORNIA PETITION TO DETERMINE SUCCESSION TO REAL PROPERTY (ESTATES OF $150,000 OR LESS) (Form DE-310)

The form discussed in this article is used to petition for a determination of succession to real estate in California probate courses. The document can only be filed as long as the value of the estate is not in excess of $150,000. This form can be found on the website maintained by the California Judicial Branch.

California Petition To Determine Succession To Real Property (Estates Of $150,000 Or Less) DE-310 Step 1: In the first blank box, enter the name of your attorney, their state bar number, and their address and telephone number. If you are not represented by a lawyer, enter your name, address and telephone number. In either case, providing a fax number or email address is optional.

California Petition To Determine Succession To Real Property (Estates Of $150,000 Or Less) DE-310 Step 2: In the second blank box, enter the county in which the court is located, as well as its street address, mailing address, city, zip code and branch name.

California Petition To Determine Succession To Real Property (Estates Of $150,000 Or Less) DE-310 Step 3: In the third blank box, enter the name of the decedent.

California Petition To Determine Succession To Real Property (Estates Of $150,000 Or Less) DE-310 Step 4: In the fourth blank box, enter the case number.

California Petition To Determine Succession To Real Property (Estates Of $150,000 Or Less) DE-310 Step 5: Check the box where indicated if this petition also concerns personal property.

California Petition To Determine Succession To Real Property (Estates Of $150,000 Or Less) DE-310 Step 6: In the fifth blank box, enter the hearing date.

California Petition To Determine Succession To Real Property (Estates Of $150,000 Or Less) DE-310 Step 7: In the sixth blank box, enter the hearing time.

California Petition To Determine Succession To Real Property (Estates Of $150,000 Or Less) DE-310 Step 8: In the seventh blank box, enter the hearing department.

California Petition To Determine Succession To Real Property (Estates Of $150,000 Or Less) DE-310 Step 9: On line 1, enter your name and check the box where indicated if your request includes personal property. Complete the rest of the form as instructed.

INSTRUCTIONS: CALIFORNIA ATTACHMENT TO NOTICE OF FILING OF INVENTORY AND APPRAISAL AND HOW TO OBJECT TO THE INVENTORY OR THE APPRAISED VALUE OF THE PROPERTY (Form GC-042(MA))

The form discussed in this article is an attachment to form GC-042, which is a California notice of filing of inventory and appraisal that must be completed by guardianships or estates and sent to all relevant parties. If all these people cannot be documented on the form, this document should be used as an attachment. Both forms can be obtained from the website maintained by the California Judicial Branch.

California Attachment To Notice Of Filing Of Inventory And Appraisal And How To Object To The Inventory Or The Appraised Value Of The Property GC-042(MA) Step 1: Check the first box if filing for a conservatorship.

California Attachment To Notice Of Filing Of Inventory And Appraisal And How To Object To The Inventory Or The Appraised Value Of The Property GC-042(MA) Step 2: Check the second box if filing for a guardianship.

California Attachment To Notice Of Filing Of Inventory And Appraisal And How To Object To The Inventory Or The Appraised Value Of The Property GC-042(MA) Step 3: Check the third box if filing for a person and estate.

California Attachment To Notice Of Filing Of Inventory And Appraisal And How To Object To The Inventory Or The Appraised Value Of The Property GC-042(MA) Step 4: Enter the name of the conservatee or minor.

California Attachment To Notice Of Filing Of Inventory And Appraisal And How To Object To The Inventory Or The Appraised Value Of The Property GC-042(MA) Step 5: Check the fourth box if you have entered the name of a conservatee.

California Attachment To Notice Of Filing Of Inventory And Appraisal And How To Object To The Inventory Or The Appraised Value Of The Property GC-042(MA) Step 6: Check the fifth box if you have entered the name of a minor.

California Attachment To Notice Of Filing Of Inventory And Appraisal And How To Object To The Inventory Or The Appraised Value Of The Property GC-042(MA) Step 7: Enter the case number where indicated.

California Attachment To Notice Of Filing Of Inventory And Appraisal And How To Object To The Inventory Or The Appraised Value Of The Property GC-042(MA) Step 8: Complete the rest of the form as instructed.

INSTRUCTIONS: CALIFORNIA PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF TEMPORARY GUARDIAN OF THE PERSON (Form GC-110(P))

The form discussed in this article can be used to file a California petition regarding appointment of a temporary guardian for a person. This form cannot be used to request a temporary guardian for an estate, which is done using form GC-110. Both forms can be obtained from the website maintained by the California Judicial Branch.

California Petition For Appointment Of Temporary Guardian Of The Person GC-110(P) Step 1: At the top of the form, enter the names of all minor children concerned.

California Petition For Appointment Of Temporary Guardian Of The Person GC-110(P) Step 2: Where indicated, enter the county in which the court is located and its street address.

California Petition For Appointment Of Temporary Guardian Of The Person GC-110(P) Step 3: On line 1, enter the name or names of the persons completing this form.

California Petition For Appointment Of Temporary Guardian Of The Person GC-110(P) Step 4: On line 2, enter your address and telephone number.

California Petition For Appointment Of Temporary Guardian Of The Person GC-110(P) Step 5: If you have a lawyer, check the box on line 3 and provide their name, bar number, firm name (if any), address and telephone number. Providing their fax number and/or email address is optional.

California Petition For Appointment Of Temporary Guardian Of The Person GC-110(P) Step 6: On line 4, check the first statement if you wish to be appointed guardian. Check the second statement if nominating someone else for this position, and provide their name and address below. Check the third statement if you are one of the children involved, are at least 12 years of age, and are expressing your preference.

California Petition For Appointment Of Temporary Guardian Of The Person GC-110(P) Step 7: At the top of the second page and all subsequent pages, enter the names of all children involved and the case number.

California Petition For Appointment Of Temporary Guardian Of The Person GC-110(P) Step 8: On line 5, indicate the relationship of the proposed temporary guardian to the children with a check mark next to the appropriate statement.

California Petition For Appointment Of Temporary Guardian Of The Person GC-110(P) Step 9: Complete the rest of the form as instructed.

INSTRUCTIONS: CALIFORNIA CONFIDENTIAL GUARDIAN SCREENING FORM (Form GC-212)

The form discussed in this article must be completed by every prospective California guardian. This document can be obtained from the website maintained by the California Judicial Branch.

California Confidential Guardian Screening Form GC-212 Step 1: In the first blank box, provide all information requested about your attorney. If not represented by an attorney, enter all applicable information concerning yourself.

California Confidential Guardian Screening Form GC-212 Step 2: In the second box, enter the county in which the court is located, its mailing and street address, the city and zip code, and the branch name.

California Confidential Guardian Screening Form GC-212 Step 3: In the third box, enter the name of the minor in question.

California Confidential Guardian Screening Form GC-212 Step 4: In the fourth box, enter the case number.

California Confidential Guardian Screening Form GC-212 Step 5: In the fifth box, enter the hearing date and time.

California Confidential Guardian Screening Form GC-212 Step 6: In the sixth box, enter the department.

California Confidential Guardian Screening Form GC-212 Step 7: Indicate with a check mark whether this concerns guardianship of a person or of an estate.

California Confidential Guardian Screening Form GC-212 Step 8: On line 1a, enter the name of the proposed guardian.

California Confidential Guardian Screening Form GC-212 Step 9: On line 1b, enter the date of birth of the proposed guardian.

California Confidential Guardian Screening Form GC-212 Step 10: On line 1c, enter the Social Security number of the proposed guardian.

California Confidential Guardian Screening Form GC-212 Step 11: On line 1d, enter the driver's license number of the proposed guardian and the state in which the license was issued.

California Confidential Guardian Screening Form GC-212 Step 12: On line 1e, enter the home, work and other phone numbers of the proposed guardian.

California Confidential Guardian Screening Form GC-212 Step 13: Answer the questions on lines 2 through 19 by checking "I have" or "I have not" as applicable. Provide additional documentation as instructed on each line.

California Confidential Guardian Screening Form GC-212 Step 14: On lines 20 through 22, provide all contact information requested concerning the minors.

California Confidential Guardian Screening Form GC-212 Step 15: Sign and date the form where indicated. Each proposed guardian must fill out and file a separate form.