[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Probate Court] [County Courthouse Address] [City, State, ZIP] Re: Initiate Probate Proceedings for Estate — Complaint to Probate Will Dear [Probate Court Clerk / Honorable [Judge's Name]], I am writing to initiate probate proceedings for the estate of [Decedent's Full Name], who recently passed away on [Date of Death]. I hereby submit this complaint to probate the last will and testament of the decedent. [Decedent's Full Name], a resident of [City, State], was survived by [List of Surviving Family Members]. The decedent's last will and testament, dated [Date of Will] and executed in accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan, is enclosed with this letter. Enclosed Documents: 1. Original Last Will and Testament of [Decedent's Full Name] 2. Death Certificate of [Decedent's Full Name] 3. List of Surviving Family Members 4. Other supporting documentation (if applicable) According to the provisions stated in the decedent's will, [Name of Executor], the nominated executor, is tasked with administering the estate. The executor has consented to act as the personal representative of the estate and is willing to fulfill all obligations and duties required by law. To properly execute the probate proceedings, I kindly request the following actions to be taken by the probate court: 1. Accept the original will for probate and file it with the court. 2. Issue Letters Testamentary to [Name of Executor], granting them the authority to manage the decedent's estate. 3. Schedule a hearing for the formal probate of the will and any other necessary proceedings. 4. Admit the will to probate and officially appoint [Name of Executor] as the personal representative of the estate. We believe that the last will and testament of [Decedent's Full Name] is valid and enforceable. However, if there are any concerns or disputes regarding the will, we respectfully request that the court schedule a hearing to address such matters. We trust in the court's expertise to guide us through the probate process and resolve any issues that may arise in a fair and just manner. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Please contact me if there is any additional information or documentation required. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Executor or Petitioner / Relationship to Decedent] [Phone Number] [Email Address]