Gaslowtiz Frankel attorneys are the premiere trust litigation attorneys for the state of Georgia, with decades of in-court and alternative resolution experience. A 2022 trust dispute case study demonstrates the firm’s commitment to excellence for its clients. Trusts can be established to help grantors (individuals who establish a trust) and beneficiaries (those that benefit from an established trust) […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
There are many things to consider when looking for a fiduciary to help you grow and sustain your wealth. You want a person with integrity, interpersonal skills. But what else should you consider? Selecting a fiduciary is not something that should be done lightly. Here are some recommendations for the qualities to look for in […]
“Funding” a living trust refers to the process of transferring the ownership of assets from yourself to your trust. When this occurs, the assets are no longer titled to you, individually, but to your trust in care of your trustee. Funding a living trust can be quite complicated as different assets have different processes for […]
After a trust is initially created, it’s important to manage and, if the trust is revokable, to update it as significant life events occur. From graduating, getting married, having kids, and grieving the passing of loved ones, there are various stages throughout our lives when a trust should be revisited to ensure all information and […]
Creating your estate plan isn’t easy. You have to think two steps ahead about how the end of your life will affect your spouse, your kids, and the rest of your family. If you think planning is challenging, telling your heirs about the designations you made in your estate plan can be even more uncomfortable. There […]
Are you considering contesting a loved one’s will? The time limitations for doing so vary from state to state. Here’s what you need to know about contesting a will in Georgia. What Is The Statute of Limitations for Contesting a Will in Georgia? In Georgia, as long as an heir has a “valid basis” to […]
After a loved one passes away, those coping with grief may exhibit selfish or malicious behavior regarding the distribution of the deceased’s assets. Greedy or overbearing beneficiaries can create challenges for executors trying to abide by the deceased’s wishes. If you have recently been appointed as the executor, here are some things you should know […]
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