Tag: Will and Trust Appeal Atlanta

We expect to see a wide variety of donations in 2022. While most giving continues to come from individuals this year, organizations and businesses continue to play a crucial role. Below are some philanthropy trends for 2022 that define the giving space. Philanthropy as Civic Engagement In an increasingly polarizing period of history, philanthropists are […]

The advent of DNA testing has solved many problems in contemporary society, from areas such as criminal justice, to custody, to healthcare. In the world of estate planning, DNA testing has become a foolproof way for heirs to prove their legitimacy. For those considering using DNA as a tool in their estate dispute, it is […]

Teresa C. Stendahl, longtime Account Manager with Gaslowitz Frankel LLC, has announced her retirement. Teresa has been the account manager at Gaslowitz Frankel for over sixteen years. Teresa is responsible for client billing and accounts payables/receivables, as well as assisting the Executive Director with the many other day-to-day tasks involved in running a successful law […]

Despite being one of the most well known investment schemes, Ponzi schemes still result in considerable losses. In 2020, a hundred years after the incident for which the scheme is named, investors lost $3.25 billion in funds — the highest in a decade. Even intelligent people are not immune to falling prey to well-laid schemes. […]

From the beginning of time, there have been those that seek to scam money away from others. Today’s digital consumers are generally more aware of the risks involved with online use and transactions; in turn, scammers are getting smarter and creating more realistic looking ventures. However, many general principles apply to protect your hard earned […]

When an individual is unable to make appropriate and rational decisions for themselves,  a guardian or conservator may be appointed for them. Guardians are charged with making decisions for an older adult’s well-being, while conservators make financial decisions on their behalf. More often than not, those appointed as guardians and conservators will be family members […]

Gaslowitz Frankel LLC founding partner, Craig Frankel, will speak at the 38th annual Family Law Institute. This event will bring family law attorneys from across the state of Georgia to network and hear the latest industry updates. The 38th Family Law Institute will take place at The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort and Spa from […]

Is court necessary to solve your divorce estate dispute? When divorced couples disagree on estate settlements, and it becomes apparent that legal assistance should be involved, the emotional toll is heightened. Court is an obvious first thought, but alternative dispute resolution offers a different route to solve your dispute. Deciding whether to bring your case […]

All divorces can be emotionally and physically exhausting, but a High-Conflict Divorce  comes with additional emotional stress and pain.  It’s easy for estate planning considerations to slip through the cracks during this process. However, if one’s estate plan is not addressed during or immediately after a divorce, particularly a high-conflict divorce, conflicts from the divorce […]

If a divorce is already being settled outside of court, settling an estate dispute during divorce outside of court may be a natural next step. If divorcing couples can agree on it, alternative dispute resolution offers a way for the parties to come to a structured decision without a court’s involvement. No matter the estate […]