A holographic Will is a Will that has been handwritten by the testator, usually without the legal guidance of an attorney. They are legal in some states. In Georgia, it depends on whether the holographic will was executed with the formalities required for a valid will. The attorneys at Gaslowitz Frankel LLC have been the […]
Losing a loved one is one of life’s most difficult experiences, particularly when the loved one leaves without a Will. Without a Will, family members may be uncertain about how the decedent would want his affairs managed. More than one family member may believe they are best suited to administer the estate and control the […]
There are many stressful decisions to make when a loved one passes away, including understanding what the loved one would have wanted for their final arrangements and navigating the probate process. An executor who openly communicates with the estate beneficiaries can greatly reduce probate stress. However, when an executor is not communicating with beneficiaries, it […]
When you enter business with a partner, you place an immense amount of faith in that partner to share your future goals, work amicably for the good of the business, and to resolve any issues with open communication and compromise. However, often, as partnerships continue over time, motivations and expectations may change. When conflict arises, […]
Gaslowitz Frankel’s founding partners, Adam Gaslowitz and Craig Frankel, have been honored with inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2024 for Litigation – Trusts and Estates. In addition to this distinction, Mr. Frankel has been named 2024 “Lawyer of the Year” for Trusts and Estates Litigation in Atlanta. Best Lawyers© is the legal profession’s […]
A will is often the last communication from a decedent to their loved ones. Given the financial and emotional implications of a Will, it is not surprising that disputes arise among those left behind. In those situations, estate litigators may help families resolve issues outside of court and preserve family relationships. Over the past three […]
Estate planning is a crucial aspect of securing assets and ensuring smooth transfer to your chosen beneficiaries. Trusts, in particular, are powerful tools that provide explicit instructions for managing and distributing wealth. However, when trust dispute issues arise, can you change beneficiaries in an irrevocable trust? It can be difficult to understand your rights as […]
For many families that are handling the loss of a loved one, the idea of dealing with probate court may feel overwhelming. It is likely that loved ones need the assets in the estate to pay bills and maintain their standard of living. Probate court can be complex at times, however, with the right fiduciary […]
Trusts are helpful tools to financially plan and secure a future for your loved ones. Among other purposes, they can hold assets for management by investment professionals, provide an income stream to designated beneficiaries, protect assets from spendthrift beneficiaries and creditors, provide an opportunity to transfer assets without the disclosures that probating an estate might […]
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