Frequently Asked Questions

In order to assist you, Oakland County Probate Court has answered many of the frequently asked questions directed to Estates and Mental Health. Click on the desired topic to link to questions regarding:

• About the Account
• Another Person's Will
• Assisted Outpatient Treatment (aka Kevin's Law)
• Attorney/Legal Advice
• Bonds and/or Surety
• Closed file
• Conservatorship
• Deceased Estate
• Fiduciary
• Filing and Fees
• Getting Suspended
• Guardianship
• Inventory
• Long line at the Probate Counter
• Mental Health Part I
• Mental Health Part II
• Power of Attorney
• Probate Court
• Register Hearing 
• Serving Interested Persons
• Your Will