How to Avoid Common Estate Planning Mistakes in Georgia
Many Georgia families start their estate planning journey with the best intentions, only to discover too late that small errors can undo years of effort. A missing signature, an outdated [...]
How to Manage Estate Planning in Georgia if You Have Debt
Most people think of estate planning as dividing what they own. In reality, it’s also about preparing for what they owe. Credit cards, medical bills, and home loans don’t disappear after death, [...]
Georgia Estate Planning Lawyer Fees: Clear Options for Flat Fees, Hourly Rates, and Retainers
When families in Georgia think about estate planning, one of the first questions is cost. Everyone wants a plan that protects loved ones, but no one wants to be surprised by legal bills. That is [...]
Revocable vs Irrevocable Trust: How to Choose
The decision to set up a trust often comes at a turning point: maybe you’ve bought a new home, started a family, or want to make sure your hard work actually reaches the people you love. In [...]
Executor vs Administrator: What’s the Difference in Probate?
Picture sitting at a dining room table covered in papers. A will or maybe just some bank records. Maybe nothing at all. The house is quiet now, but the legal noise is just beginning. Who takes [...]
What Is a Probate Attorney — and When Should You Call One in Georgia?
When someone passes away, the legal system doesn’t pause for grief. There are deadlines. Documents. Property to manage. Accounts to close. And, someone has to make sure it all happens. That [...]
Estate Planning for Young Families: Why It’s Never Too Early
Most young parents are busy building a future, not thinking about legal paperwork. Between daycare drop-offs, saving for a first home, and figuring out how to juggle it all, estate planning [...]
Your Guide to Different Types of Trusts for Georgia Estate Planning
When most people hear the word “trust,” they picture something reserved for the ultra-wealthy. But here in Georgia, more and more everyday families are using trusts to protect their homes, [...]
How to Move Assets Into a Trust: Tips from a Georgia Estate Planning Attorney
If you’ve already created a trust, you’ve taken a big first step toward protecting your legacy. But now, a new question emerges—how do you move your assets into it? For many Georgia families, [...]
Estate Planning Essentials for Blended Families in Georgia
How are assets divided in a blended family? Whether your family includes stepparents, children from previous relationships, or a mix of both, these dynamics bring unique challenges when deciding [...]