Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Michigan

husband & wife purchased farm from his parents in 1976. After his fathers death in 1987 husband gave verbal life lease for her residence to his mother without the knowledge of his wife. Is this a legal life lease?


Asked on 2/12/10, 5:03 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Timothy Klisz Klisz Law Office, PLLC

No. The statute of frauds applies and an oral agreement is invalid. www.kliszlaw.com. Tim Klisz

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Answered on 2/17/10, 5:42 pm
Stuart Collis Collis, Griffor & Hendra, PC

No. All transactions with real estate must be in writing. http://www.wolverinelaw.com

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Answered on 2/20/10, 8:55 am


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