In Georgia, the difference between handwritten wills and holographic wills is substantial: one may be valid; the other is invalid. If you are deciding whether to probate or contest a Last Will and Testament that is not typed, it is important to understand the difference. It is also important to understand the law in the […]
Groundbreaking film director John Singleton earned a small fortune during his career. With his sudden passing from stroke complications at the age of 51, it appears there may be a family feud brewing over his estate. TMZ reports the Oscar-nominated director left his $3.8 million estate to his oldest daughter, Justice Singleton. The will was […]
Getting left out of a loved one’s will can leave you feeling betrayed, abandoned, and unfairly slighted. It is not uncommon for adult children to find that their deceased parent has left everything to a new spouse, despite the parent’s previous assurances to the contrary. While you may be eager to challenge the terms of […]
If you have created an estate plan, chances are you have planned for the transfer of your bank accounts, investments, and physical property after your death. Instructions for cash and physical property tend to make up the majority of most wills. However, as we continue to transact more of our lives online, post-death planning for […]
The law in Georgia and in most other states is pretty clear that, absent express intent to the contrary, children born out of wedlock have the same inheritance rights as any biological child. But what if the parent was wealthy and wanted to avoid paying estate and other transfer taxes? In this scenario, the wealthy […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
One of the most important things you can do in planning for your estate is to make sure you communicate with your family members and let your them know what to expect. Estate disputes are more likely when family members are surprised after a loved one’s passing. Many people find it difficult to decide how […]
One common question among those who have begun the initial process of planning their estate is whether their plan is sufficient. This will often take the form of the question, “Is a will enough to protect my estate and my loved ones?” The answer, like anything involving fiduciary responsibility and your estate, is not simple. […]
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