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How does wills, trusts & lady bird deeds document prep work in Ingham County?
We prepare Michigan wills, revocable living trusts, and Lady Bird deeds for Ingham County homeowners and families. Court-ready and record-ready documents. Not a law firm; no legal advice.
What's Included
- ✓Simple wills and pour-over wills
- ✓Revocable living trust packages
- ✓Lady Bird (enhanced life estate) deeds
- ✓Financial and healthcare powers of attorney
Ingham County Courthouse
Ingham County Circuit Court (30th Circuit) – Veterans Memorial Courthouse — 313 W Kalamazoo St, Lansing, MI 48933Ingham County Circuit and Family Division filings go to the Veterans Memorial Courthouse in downtown Lansing. Probate matters are handled at the Ingham County Probate Court, and district matters route through the 54-A (Lansing), 54-B (East Lansing), and 55th District Courts.
How it works in Ingham County
- Tell us about your family, property and wishes through the intake. We review it and send a written quote.
- We prepare your will, trust, powers of attorney or Lady Bird deed.
- Sign with the required witnesses and notary.
- Deeds are recorded with the Ingham County Register of Deeds; wills and trusts are kept safe at home.
Filing in Ingham County: local details
- Court
- Ingham County 30th Circuit Court
- Address
- 313 W Kalamazoo St, Lansing, MI 48933
- Phone
- (517) 483-6500
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
E-filing: MiFILE is used for circuit court civil and family filings.
Common court fees (paid to the court, separate from our fee)
- Divorce without minor children$175
- Divorce with minor children$255
- General civil complaint$175
- Motion fee$20
Ingham County hears many cases involving state agencies because Lansing is the state capital. Family Division matters are split between the Lansing and Mason facilities — confirm which location your hearing is assigned to.
What to bring to the clerk
- A government-issued photo ID
- Your completed, signed forms plus the number of copies the clerk requires (usually the original and two copies)
- Payment for the filing fee — most Michigan clerks take cash, money order, or card (card payments usually add a processing fee)
- A fee waiver request (form MC 20) if you cannot afford the filing fee
- The case number, if your matter is already open
Fees and hours change. Confirm with the clerk before you go. Full 30th Circuit Court guide
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