Category: Estate Planning

When someone dies without a will in Georgia, that person is said to have died “intestate.” For those with large estates, dying intestate can lead to squabbling among family members, particularly where the estate is illiquid and assets must be sold to be equally distributed. Many celebrities and influential figures, including Prince, Jimi Hendix, Martin […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

Estate planning is one of the best ways to plan ahead and provide for your family in the future. A well-written plan will involve a lawyer that can walk you through the strategies and potential estate planning pitfalls of crafting an estate plan. Crafting a solid estate plan is rarely easy, given the emotional labor […]

As the premier fiduciary litigators in Georgia, we have firsthand experience helping families solve conflict. In a recent episode of our “Wealth Matters” radio show, Gaslowitz Frankel partners Adam Gaslowitz, Craig Frankel, and Robert Port answer more questions on how to avoid family disputes regarding money, estates, and businesses. How Do Spouses Affect Estate Planning? […]

As the premier litigation attorneys for the state of Georgia, we have firsthand experience helping families resolve conflict. In the latest “Wealth Matters” radio show, Gaslowitz Frankel partners Adam Gaslowitz, Craig Frankel, and Robert Port hosted a roundtable discussion on how to avoid family disputes regarding money, estates, and businesses. What Are Some of the […]

Trusts are incredibly valuable tools in the estate planning process. Oftentimes, however, a trust can only be as strong as the strategy behind it. In this “Wealth Matters” radio show episode, we talk with Richard Barnes, Partner at Barnes Law LLC, and Caroline Bradshaw, Senior Vice President and Managing Director for Trust Administration at Cumberland […]