Answers to Common Questions and Situations

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  • contesting a will

    What Are the Chances of Contesting a Will and Winning in GA?
    What does contesting a will mean in Georgia? Find out what a caveat to a will involves and how to assess your chances of winning.
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    How Long Do You Have to File Probate after Death in Georgia?
    Losing a loved one could be an overwhelming and challenging time, and dealing with the legal problems of settling the deceased’s estate could make it more difficult. You would navigate…
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  • Deal With Probate Disputes

    A Comprehensive Guide to Probate Litigation and Estate Disputes in Georgia
    Probate litigation is scary to think about and even more terrifying to experience firsthand. The possibility of family members becoming enemies or estate assets turning into legal fees is seriously…
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  • Power of attorney abuse

    Power of Attorney Abuse Signs, Penalties & How to Report It
    People granted power of attorney may be tempted to exploit a deceased person’s estate and act in their own interest. That’s called abuse of power of attorney or breach of…
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    How to Get a Copy of a Will in Georgia – What Happens If the Original Copy Is Lost?
    When a loved one dies, dealing with the pain is only part of the events that follow. You may need to sort the papers, notify the deceased’s family members about…
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    Trust Administration in Georgia – A Comprehensive Guide
    If you have been named successor trustee of a loved one’s trust, it could initially be scary and overwhelming. There are many duties and responsibilities involved in trust administration, and…
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    What Are Letters of Administration in Probate? How to Get Them in Georgia?
    Coping with the loss of a beloved one is a delicate moment. But if, besides dealing with difficult emotions, you also have to take care of the deceased person’s estate…
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    What Happens to Debt When You Die in Georgia?
    Find out what happens to debt when you die in Georgia. Learn the deadlines based on the statute of limitations and your legal options.
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  • What to do when someone dies in Georgia from a probate point of view?

    What to Do When Someone Dies in Georgia – Probate Steps
    Losing a loved one is one of the most challenging situations we can face in our lives. No matter how strong and emotionally prepared we try to be, navigating through…
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    How Much Does an Estate Have to Be Worth to Go to Probate in GA?
    When someone dies, one of the most common questions that may come up is how much does an estate have to be worth to go to probate, which is a…
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