Attorneys & Legal Representatives

Overview

Attorneys and authorized representatives may use the portal to respond to MERP notices, provide legal and estate documents, communicate securely, and review case activity.

This page may be helpful if you are:

• A probate or estate attorney.
• A court-appointed administrator or personal representative.
• An authorized agent acting for an estate or individual.
• A guardian, conservator, or other legal representative.

Who should use this page

Use this page when you are authorized to act for an estate, recipient, heir, beneficiary, or another party involved in a MERP case.

What you can do

• Upload probate, trust, court, or estate documents.
• Respond to requests for additional information.
• Submit hardship, exemption, or deferral information.
• Check case status and review notices.
• Send secure case-related messages.

Authorization and documentation

MERP may need documentation showing that you are authorized to act for the estate or represented party. Examples may include:

• Letters Testamentary or Letters of Administration.
• Power of attorney or written authorization.
• Court appointment or guardianship documents.
• Probate filings, orders, or trust documents.

Common actions

Submit requested documents

Upload supporting documents securely and include the case number shown on the notice.

Request status information

Use the portal to monitor the case and review any additional requests from MERP.

Provide additional information

Respond to questions about probate, assets, ownership, hardship, or other case issues.