Answers to Common Questions and Situations

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  • What-Is-A-Caveat

    Probate Caveat – What Is It and When Should You Use It?
    Caveats are used, among other things, to protect the interests of an inheritance’s heirs and legal beneficiaries. A caveat acts as a “freeze” on the estate in question. And prevents…
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  • What-happens-if-a-will-is-not-followed

    What Happens If a Will Is Not Followed After Death by Executor?
    A will is one of the core documents of a deceased person’s estate; it allows everyone to know the decedent’s final wishes. Basically, the executor has a legal obligation to…
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  • No-Contest-Clause-In-a-Will-cover

    Is a No-Contest Clause in a Will Really Discouraging Disputes?
    A no-contest clause in a will is meant to reduce the risk of family fights by putting a beneficiary’s inheritance on the line if that person decides to challenge the…
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  • Year’s-Support-and-Its-Benefits-to-a-Surviving-Spouse

    What Is Year’s Support in Georgia and What Are Its Benefits?
    Learn how Year’s Support works in Georgia, its benefits for a surviving spouse, the filing process, probate rules, & impact on estate distribution
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  • contesting a will

    What Are the Chances of Contesting a Will and Winning in GA?
    What does contesting a will mean in Georgia? Find out what a caveat to a will involves and how to assess your chances of winning.
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  • Deal With Probate Disputes

    A Comprehensive Guide to Probate Litigation and Estate Disputes in Georgia
    Probate litigation is scary to think about and even more terrifying to experience firsthand. The possibility of family members becoming enemies or estate assets turning into legal fees is seriously…
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  • Power of attorney abuse

    Power of Attorney Abuse Signs, Penalties & How to Report It
    People granted power of attorney may be tempted to exploit a deceased person’s estate and act in their own interest. That’s called abuse of power of attorney or breach of…
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  • demand letter to executor of real estate

    What Are the Most Common Examples of Executor Misconduct in Georgia?
    After a loved one’s death, you may suspect that the executor is not handling the estate properly. Below are some common examples of executor misconduct and what can be done…
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  • Handling an Heir Who Refuses to Leave the Estate Home" text with a Georgia Probate Law Group logo. Can an Heir Living on the Property Be Evicted?

    Can an Heir Living on the Property Be Evicted in Georgia?
    One of the most aggravating experiences in probate is dealing with someone who stubbornly refuses to leave the estate home. This person could be an heir or, in some cases,…
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  • objection to petition for support

    Objection to a Petition for Year’s Support – Complete Guide
    Filing an objection to a petition for year’s support can put the brakes on one of the most powerful petitions under Georgia probate law. But what is an objection to…
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