Category: Will Disputes

Can you contest a Will after it has been probated in the state of Georgia? Ideally, if you are a person with an interest in an estate and wish to contest the decedent’s Will, you would file your caveat before the Will is admitted to probate. However, in some cases, information leading to a Will […]

Less than one out of every three adults has a Will, and yet, the transfer of wealth from the Baby Boomers generation is expected to be the biggest in history. There is no simple solution to solve every problem that may arise in the future, especially after an individual passes away. A Will, however, may […]

Fiduciary disputes are legal disputes involving someone with fiduciary duties — duties to behave in the best interests of another. When fiduciary disputes arise in the state of Georgia, the litigation attorneys at Gaslowitz Frankel have the expertise and experience to bring cases to satisfying conclusions. What Are Some Common Areas of Litigation Dispute? Trust […]

Will disputes in Georgia are not uncommon. Wills can do incomparable good for the family of the decedent by providing security and a legacy. However, wills often benefit a cast of people with different points of view, motivations, personalities, and goals. When disputes arise between beneficiaries, a Will can rapidly go from providing peace of […]

Do you want to contest the Will? When a family member or loved one passes away, the best outcome is one that leaves no uncertainty about their final wishes. If you believe that your loved one’s Will did not reflect their wishes, you may be able to contest, or legally challenge, the validity of the […]

Will disputes can be mentally and emotionally taxing situations for families, as those who have or are currently litigating such disputes can attest. Having trustworthy and compassionate counsel on your side is crucial. The best combination of traits in a Will contest lawyer in Georgia are knowledge, experience, persuasive advocacy and compassion. The attorneys at […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Cost is a big consideration when deciding whether or not to contest a will in Georgia. Although some will contests are brought solely out of principle, most people who challenge a will do so with financial considerations in mind. Some litigants contest a will under the assumption that the estate will ultimately reimburse their legal […]