One of the most significant challenges for Georgia estate trustees is dealing with a beneficiary who is angry or uncooperative. In many cases, this attitude arises from the beneficiary being unhappy about the terms of the trust—even though it is the grantor, not the trustee who controls the terms of the trust. The beneficiary may […]
Should You Choose a Will or Trust in Georgia? You might be asking this question if you’re just getting started in your estate planning or have recently gained sizable assets. Or, maybe you know someone who’s dealing with contentious estate litigation and has come to realize the importance of estate planning. [If you or someone […]
One of the most significant challenges for Georgia estate trustees is dealing with a beneficiary who is angry or uncooperative. In many cases, this attitude arises from the beneficiary being unhappy about the terms of the trust—even though it is the grantor, not the trustee who controls the terms of the trust. The beneficiary may […]
Transferring the value of a business to the next generation of family members can be a complex and highly-sensitive process, especially when some children work in the business while others do not. You may want to balance fairness and family harmony with ensuring that business can be successful in the future. Striking this balance requires […]
Your choice of trustee is a crucial decision that can impact how successfully your assets are administered and protected. Appointing a family member as a trustee may seem like a natural choice, but it might be better to opt for a corporate fiduciary. This article aims to explore the advantages of having a corporate fiduciary […]
Inheritance disputes within families can be emotionally draining, particularly when siblings are on opposite sides of the dispute. The pursuit of a fair share of an estate can unleash a wave of complex emotions, strained relationships, and long-lasting scars. At Gaslowitz Frankel we’ve handled countless cases between siblings over disputed estates and inheritance and have […]
There are many kinds of fiduciary disputes. They can be as simple as a single issue that needs resolving between two otherwise amicable partners or complex enough to involve multiple trusts and transactions. Resolving a fiduciary dispute can become an especially lengthy and expensive process once the courts become involved. At their core, fiduciary disputes […]
Are you gearing up for a challenging legal battle? As a law firm, you understand the importance of having the right support when facing complicated cases. Gaslowitz Frankel can be the best choice if you decide to partner with a law firm to address complex legal matters and secure favorable outcomes for your clients. Here […]
So, your client has been appointed as a trustee. While he or she may think that having a financial advisor is sufficient, in reality, they could be making a very costly mistake. At Gaslowitz Frankel, we specialize in providing comprehensive support and guidance to trustees. We work with our legal partners to serve their clients in […]
Trust doesn’t come easily, and when it comes to investing, the professionals we depend on – such as stockbrokers, financial advisors, insurance agents, and others in a position of fiscal responsibility, all have a fiduciary duty to their clients. Breaching that fiduciary duty in the form of securities and investment misconduct can have significant implications […]
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