There is no deadline for settling a Georgia estate. Depending on the size of the estate, beneficiaries can anticipate the probate process to take anywhere from six months to several years. While there is no deadline, there are dispute deadlines that beneficiaries should consider. If an interested party suspects that an executor is not handling […]
While it’s best to try and avoid estate disputes altogether by implementing recommended estate planning practices, sometimes unavoidable conflicts arise that warrant some form of legal action. Once a dispute arises, individuals can resolve estate and trust disputes through litigation or alternative dispute resolution. What are Some Common Trust and Estate Disputes? Breach of Fiduciary […]
When parties have a dispute that they cannot resolve on their own, there are a number of ways to try and achieve a resolution. If these disputes cannot be solved simply or quickly, contesting parties must decide their method of resolution. Dispute resolution typically falls into one of two categories: court proceedings or alternative dispute […]
People tend to spend more money during the summer months. Vacations, outings, increased energy usage, higher gasoline prices, higher grocery bills, and children being out of school are all reasons for higher spending. Even families who pride themselves on their financial planning may find themselves in the hole if they do not plan for the […]
A good estate plan will serve as a safety net for the future, but the best estate plan will be one that anticipates the unexpected. Wills are useful for setting directives as to the disposition of your property, but for your estate plan to gain the ability to pivot in the event of unanticipated events, […]
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 […]
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