If you have an elderly relative, you may want to inquire whether he or she has a will. After all, an alarming number of Americans have neglected even simple estate planning. If your loved one has already drafted a will, you should also be certain the document reflects...
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Are no-contest clauses enforceable in Georgia?
The common school of thought amongst many people in Georgia may be that if and when you are fortunate enough to be part of a person's estate plans, you should respect their wishes as outlined in their estate planning documents (even if you have a reason to disagree...
What is a messy estate?
The probate process can often pass quickly if you make the right decisions before you die. Often times, the slow down during probate is a direct result of a messy estate. According to Forbes, your estate may be messy if it is going to be difficult to finalize. There...
Can you prevent adult children from fighting over a will?
No one wants to think about their loved ones or children fighting after they die. This is possible when you do not have a clear will or an estate plan. Sibling fights after a parent dies can be brutal. AARP has some advice on how to prevent a will contest. Have an...
Do you have grounds to challenge a will?
In Georgia, laws dictate who has the ability to challenge a will. Many estates go through the probate process without a will challenge. But this is not always possible. Sometimes, a person has legitimate reasons to challenge the will in question. Today we will look...
Lawsuit filed over long-lost artwork
Those tasked with managing and administering an estate in Norcross may be assuming a role that they could hold for several years. While the resolution of many estates is a process that only takes a relatively short period of time, some may require that executors...
Who can challenge a will?
It is important to know that not everybody can challenge a will. You need to be in a certain position to be able to do so, and this is most commonly defined by how you are related to the deceased. You need to be considered an “interested person” in the eyes of the law...
What are valid reasons to challenge a will?
Georgia law dictates whether a person is able to challenge a will. If you believe you have reason to contest a will, it is important to understand these laws. Today we will take a look at some valid reasons to challenge a will, which is often difficult to do. Up to 99...
How can you plan now to prevent issues during probate?
Many people have the mindset that they want to avoid probate, but the probate process is not a bad thing. It is actually beneficial because it ensures the legal transfer of assets according to your wishes. The court upholds your estate plan and makes sure that what...
Make sure your loved one’s final wishes haven’t been manipulated
Moving past a loved one’s death can be hard. It can get even harder when you don’t believe the will they left behind truly represents their last wishes. Issues popping up in probate aren’t novel, with more than one-third of people saying they, or someone they know,...