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 […]
Often, an individual crafts their will with the intention of keeping will disputes to a minimum. Wills are already difficult to contest, but some people want extra protection to ensure their will is not challenged after they are gone. For those people, a no-contest clause may be the answer. No-contest clauses, also known as in […]
For many people, pets are considered to be part of the family. So, it’s not surprising that family pets are often considered in estate planning. Allocating pet trust funds, especially for expensive animals like horses, ensures they are properly cared for after the owner’s passing. Headlines reading “World’s Richest Cat” are certainly compelling. However, in […]
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