Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Michigan

Personal Representative's Compensation

Does Michigan have a compensation scale for determining the fees of personal representatives and attorneys similar to California's 10800?


Asked on 1/14/03, 10:02 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Patricia Prince Patricia Gormely Prince, P.C.

Re: Personal Representative's Compensation

Attorneys and Personal Representative's in Michigan are entitled to a reasonable fee for services rendered.

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Answered on 1/15/03, 10:39 am
Philip Schmidt Brady, Coyle & Schmidt, Ltd.

Re: Personal Representative's Compensation

No. In fact, lawyers are prohibited from charging based on a percentage of the estate. Work must be charged on an hourly basis. For personal representatives, the fee is reasonable, based on time as well.

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Answered on 1/14/03, 10:18 am


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