Estate administration requires a reliable and trustworthy administrator. An administrator has many duties that must be performed timely, with integrity and with diligence. If an administrator fails to perform their duties, the estate and the beneficiaries may suffer damages. Those that feel trapped by a failing administrator have legal options. What is an Estate Administrator, […]
The transfer of an estate is often more than just money and property — it is a manifestation of one’s legacy and values and the compilation of what a testator has to offer those he/she loves. Because of the emotional and mental collateral often attached to estates, there is a chance for there to be […]
Founding partner, Craig Frankel of Gaslowitz Frankel LLC, will be presenting at the American College of Trust and Estate Council (ACTEC) Annual Fall Meeting this November. Frankel’s presentation will be titled “What Trust and Estate Partners Need to Know About Family Law and Divorce. The ACTEC Annual Fall Meeting will take place November 3rd through […]
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 […]
A fiduciary is a person or entity that owes fiduciary duties to another party. In a will, the fiduciary is known as an executor, and, once appointed by the court, it is the executor’s duty to administer the estate expediently, with as little loss as possible, for the benefit of the creditors and beneficiaries. When […]
Trust disputes are complex cases, and because there are many people and emotions involved, disputes involving a trust can feel overwhelming without the right support. That means carefully selecting your counsel. The best trust litigation attorney will be one that has a proven track record, exhibits compassion, and understands your unique case. Five Things to […]
Gaslowitz Frankel LLC founding partners Adam Gaslowitz and Craig Frankel have been nominated and selected by their peers, and will be recognized for their legal excellence by their inclusion in the 29th edition of The Best Lawyers in America® 2023. Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession, and […]
Trusts are powerful estate planning tools, as they provide specific management instructions for assets and wealth. Trusts can be revocable or irrevocable, the main difference being that revocable trusts are more easily altered while the grantor is alive. To modify an irrevocable trust, court permission is usually required. What is the Difference Between a Revocable […]
This year, Gaslowitz Frankel partners Craig Frankel and LeAnne Gilbert succeeded on a contested petition to modify an irrevocable trust. Trust disputes tend to surround either how the trust itself was created, or how the trust has been administered. The below case study demonstrates how litigation can be used to modify a trust. What Are […]
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) […]
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