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How does wills, trusts & lady bird deeds document prep work in Washtenaw County?
We prepare Michigan wills, revocable living trusts, and Lady Bird deeds for Washtenaw 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
Washtenaw County Courthouse
Washtenaw County Trial Court (22nd Circuit) — 101 E Huron St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Washtenaw County Circuit, Family Division, and Probate matters are filed at the county courthouse in downtown Ann Arbor. District Court matters route through the 14A, 14B, and 15th District Courts depending on location.
How it works in Washtenaw 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 Washtenaw County Register of Deeds; wills and trusts are kept safe at home.
Filing in Washtenaw County: local details
- Court
- Washtenaw County 22nd Circuit Court
- Address
- 101 E Huron St, Ann Arbor, MI 48107
- Phone
- (734) 222-3270
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
E-filing: MiFILE handles circuit civil and family filings for the Washtenaw County Trial Court.
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
Washtenaw County operates as a unified Trial Court, so circuit, district, and probate functions share administration. Ann Arbor's large student and international population means residency-requirement questions come up often — you still need 180 days in Michigan and 10 days in the county.
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 22nd Circuit Court guide
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