Oakland County, Michigan

Probate in Oakland County, Michigan

Oakland County probate filings are heard at the Pontiac courthouse under Michigan law (Mich. Comp. Laws §§ 700.1101 et seq. (Estates and Protected Individuals Code)). The process below applies statewide; specific court fees and forms are available from the Oakland County Clerk.

Oakland County probate at a glance

County seat
Pontiac
Court
Probate Court (county)
Population (est.)
1,274,388
Typical timeline
26–52 weeks
Filing fee
$150–$175
Small-estate threshold
$27,000
Statute
Mich. Comp. Laws §§ 700.1101 et seq. (Estates and Protected Individuals Code)

For exact fees + forms, check the Oakland County Clerk’s office or the state source: www.courts.michigan.gov.

Michigan probate, step by step

  1. 1File application or petition for probate in county Probate Court
  2. 2Court issues letters of authority to personal representative
  3. 3Publish notice to creditors; four-month claim period runs
  4. 4File inventory within 91 days and pay the inventory fee
  5. 5File sworn statement to close estate or petition for complete settlement

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Other Michigan counties

This page is informational and is not legal advice. Probate procedure varies by county. Consult a licensed Michigan probate attorney for advice specific to your situation.