Disputes over wills, trusts and estates are legally complex, and can fracture relationships between family members quickly. Taking a case to court not only drags out the situation, but trials can be incredibly expensive, and even winning a case can cause you to spend more than you may receive from the trust or estate. One […]
Gaslowitz Frankel LLC, an Atlanta-based fiduciary litigation firm, is excited to welcome Amy L. Pierson as its newest associate attorney. Ms. Pierson is an experienced fiduciary litigation attorney and joins an accomplished estate dispute resolution team. Ms. Pierson has extensive experience working with corporate fiduciaries, trustees, executors, and estate and trust beneficiaries in fiduciary disputes. […]
Investing in your future is one of the most important actions you can take to help you find financial security and provide for your loved ones after you pass. While there are countless trustworthy brokers to work with, there are exceptions that can put your financial future at risk. One of the common improper and […]
A living trust holds your assets and dictates how your estate should be distributed among its beneficiaries. Putting your assets into a living trust can provide additional privacy regarding your assets during your life and keep those assets out of probate after your death. While a living trust is amendable by the person who created […]
Just as your will sets out your wishes for the distribution of your assets after you die, you can ensure that your desires for emergency and end-of-life care are known and followed when you unable to speak for yourself. Living Wills and Healthcare Powers of Attorney are two means by which you can accomplish this […]
Many people are uncertain about whether they must distribute all of their assets in their will. Though we have written before on the importance of being comprehensive in your estate plan, it is equally important to know what assets should not be included in a will. Here are a few important tips for what not […]
The definition of trustee self-dealing might seem pretty straightforward: using the assets of a trust for one’s own benefit. Despite this relatively common-sense definition, self-dealing can be hard to identify in practice. That is one reason it is important to consult an attorney if you believe you have such a case. What does self-dealing look […]
Even if you extensively plan for your estate, problems can still arise. Having a living will, creating a power of attorney, describing all of your assets in detail in your will, and even putting some assets in a trust may not be enough to avoid misunderstandings and disputes. When you are planning for your estate, […]
Although we are litigators, we believe that estate disputes should be handled out of court if at all possible. Usually these disputes involve family members, and avoiding litigation gives both sides the best chance at repairing the relationship and healing the family. When the dispute involves a guardianship or conservatorship, it can be difficult for […]
The position of executor is a major responsibility. It is usually discussed beforehand with the future executor, but it is sometimes the case that the executor will be named to their surprise and confusion. What does it mean to be named executor, what duties are entailed by the position, and why would someone want to […]
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