Georgia Wills and Probate Law Blog
News and thoughts on issues in Georgia regarding wills, advance directives, living wills, health-care powers of attorney, guardianship, probate and more.
Author: Stephen Worrall practices at the Law Firm of Mullin & Worrall in Marietta, Ga. He also authors Georgia Adoption Law Blog, Georgia Family Law Blog, Tablet PC Lawyer Blog, Georgia Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements Blog and the Georgia Collaborative Divorce and Family Law Blog.
Blawg Related Categories: Trusts & Estates • States • Georgia • Solo / Small Firm
Recent Posts from Georgia Wills and Probate Law Blog
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Have Your Parents Planned For Your Protection?
The following is another article written by Personal Family Lawyer and founder of the Family Wealth Planning Institute, Alexis Martin Neely: When your parents die, you are the one who will be responsible for taking…
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Other Facts About Estate Settlement
You also should be aware of the other procedures involved in estate settlement. Here is a quick review of some of them. Your attorney, as well as the organizations mentioned, can provide more details. Transferring…
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Will or Living Trust?
You have two basic choices for transferring your assets on your death: the will, which is the standard method, and the living trust, which is rapidly growing in popularity. If you die without either a…
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Fundamental Questions
Because estate planning is not just about reducing taxes but also about making sure your assets are distributed as you wish both now and after you're gone, you need to consider three questions before you…
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Estate Planning Basics
When you hear the phrase "estate planning," the first thought that comes to mind may be taxes. But estate planning is about more than just reducing taxes. It's about ensuring your assets are distributed according…
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The Gift of A Lifetime Trust
A Lifetime Trust is and extremely valuable benefit that only you can give to your heirs. By holding assets in a trust for the lifetime of the beneficiary, you ensure that the inheritance is protected…
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If You Need Help, Don't Be Afraid To Ask
I’ve been thinking a lot about how I can most add value during this time of financial turmoil. It’s been weighing on my mind. I’m not worried about the economy. I know it will bounce…
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Family Financial Freedom Notebook
The following article is written by America's Personal Family Lawyer, Alexis Martin Neely, founder of the Family Wealth Planning Institute: Lots of people are wondering, what do I do know that the economy appears to…
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Choose the Right Trust Plan for Your Will
All trusts aren't alike. When you put a trust in your will, it should be drafted precisely in order to satisfy your wishes and goals. Just any old boilerplate text or preprinted legal form won't…
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Put Some Kick Into Your Estate Plan by Using Trusts
Are you looking for new ways to protect your family and your money? Would you like to cut estate taxes and probate costs, too?Trusts can be the answer. They are remarkably versatile and can broaden…