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 […]
Wills can stir up many unresolved issues among family members. Upon learning the contents of a will, unhappy beneficiaries may be tempted to contest the will before they understand what a will contest involves. There are many risks involved to contest a will in Georgia and a good litigator will tell you the risks associated […]
Fiduciary duties are legally imposed standards to which fiduciaries must adhere. The range of standards is wide and can be specified depending on the type of fiduciary relationship that exists between a representative and his representee. However, these standards can typically be broken into one of two categories: the duty of care and the fiduciary […]
Disinheritance by a family member can be a bitter experience. For an individual who is disinherited in Georgia, they are often viewed as estranged from their family. However, disinheritance is not always caused by bitterness, and is sometimes seen by parents or spouses as a reasonable solution to a unique circumstance. In most cases, however, […]
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 […]
Having a financial plan for and educating your family is generally the best way to assure that your family will be able to sustain its wealth. But less than ten percent of families are able to sustain their wealth through the fourth generation. In our latest “Wealth Matters” episode, we sat down with two special […]
The easiest way to quickly move your assets through probate and avoid disputes between your inheritors is to make sure your estate plan covers all of your assets.. Naturally, this requires drafting a will and keeping it updated. But there are many other aspects of estate planning that you should consider. A complete and […]
Gaslowitz Frankel LLC is proud to announce that the firm has been recognized in the U.S. News and World Report’s “Best Law Firms” list in 2022 as a regional leader, Tier One, for Litigation — Trusts & Estates. This honor is awarded to law firms across the country who have undergone an extensive collection of […]
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 […]
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