As most businesses have transitioned to working from home, signatures on documents must be executed outside of the office. There are a few ways to get signatures on documents when you’re not in the office, such as sending the documents in the mail or faxing them back and forth. However, electronic signatures are typically the […]

When a family member or loved one passes away, it is important that there is no uncertainty about their final wishes. If you believe your deceased loved one’s will was not up-to-date and contradicts their most current wishes, you should take a closer look at whether the will is valid. If you believe that your […]

We are excited to announce that all four Gaslowitz Frankel partners were included in the 2021 Georgia Super Lawyers list. Adam Gaslowitz has been honored with this recognition for the past 16 years, and partners Craig Frankel and Robert Port have each been recognized 15 times. This year, however, we are excited to announce that […]

Fiduciary disputes can become hostile when one party tries to conceal a piece of evidence. Parties to a civil action, such as a fiduciary dispute, are entitled to engage in discovery, which is a process that enables the parties to obtain evidence in the form of documents and information that can be used at trial. […]

Many people are under the impression that drafting a will is a one-time thing, but it shouldn’t be. Your life changes over time, and your will should be updated as needed to reflect such changes. New life circumstances may require a change in beneficiaries, and if you don’t update your will, your wishes may not […]

Did you lose a loved one who either did not appoint an executor or did not have a will? If your loved one owned assets that require probate, an administrator must be appointed to take charge of those assets. First, it is important to understand the difference between an executor and an administrator. An executor […]

If you are preparing to create or update your will, it is essential that you know what your will can and cannot do.   Here are a few examples. Legal Responsibilities of Marriage Under Georgia law, all spouses and minor children of a decedent are entitled to Year’s Support – money or other assets from […]

Guardianship disputes tend to focus on whether a guardian is needed and whether a proposed guardian is appropriate. As these disputes usually arise among family members, addressing the disputes outside of court can help to keep down costs, and preserve family ties. Mediation and alternative dispute resolutions can be particularly helpful in resolving these issues. […]

Making any sort of investment is a decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly.   Whether you’re financial planning after divorce, financial planning during the pandemic, or anything in between, it’s of the highest importance that you take the time to understand your rights and protect your investments.   Right to Quality of Service As an […]

In its simplest terms, “self-dealing” is defined as any action or series of actions where a trustee (the individual or firm appointed to administer the property and assets within a trust) uses his or her position to serve themselves above the best interests of the trust’s beneficiaries. While there are some obvious examples of self-dealing […]