Answers to Common Questions and Situations

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  • Should-You-Sign-an-Acknowledgement-of-Service-and-Assent-to-Probate-Instanter

    Acknowledgement of Service and Assent to Probate Instanter in Georgia
    For so many people, the loss of a loved one or a family member is a moment characterized by complex emotions, and the idea of probate becomes a daunting thought….
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    How Long Do You Have to Transfer Property after Death?
    When a parent passes away, the void can feel insurmountable. As you come to terms with loss, you may be navigating through legal obligations that seem very complex. You may…
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  • how-long-does-the-probate-process-take-in-Georgia

    How Long Does the Probate Process Take in Georgia?
    It is common for heirs or beneficiaries to worry when the personal representative takes too long to distribute their inheritance. This is usually the case when families are not familiar…
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  • How-to-Claim-Deceased-Bank-Accounts

    How to Claim the Deceased’s Bank Accounts? A Simple Guide
    As probate attorneys, we often receive questions about how to claim the deceased’s bank accounts. When a family member or a dear person dies, you might discover you are responsible…
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  • How-to-avoid-probate-in-georgia

    How to Avoid Probate in Georgia – A Complete Guide
    Probate is a legal process in which a probate court supervises the settlement of an estate upon the death of a person and the distribution of their remaining assets. If…
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  • how-to-find-out-if-a-will-exists-for-free-cover

    How to Find Out If a Will Exists for Free in Georgia?
    When a loved one dies, coping with grief might not be the most challenging part you have to handle. You might also pay bills, sort the documents, and probate the…
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  • Does-life-insurance-go-through-probate-in-Georgia-cover

    Does Life Insurance Go Through Probate in Georgia?
    Everyone knows that a life insurance policy is considered a “safe investment” and the best way to ensure that your family members are cared for after you pass away. However,…
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  • What-Is-an-Administrator-of-Estate-and-What-Are-His-Duties

    What Is an Administrator of Estate and What Are His Duties?
    If you’ve recently lost a loved one and they did not leave a will, you’ll still have to sit and discuss estate matters with your family. Questions like whether you…
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  • What-Does-Being-a-Co-Executor-Mean

    Can Co-Executors of a Will Act Independently?
    When a loved one passes away and leaves a will, it will indicate the Executor or Co-executors, beneficiaries, and heirs. Plus, instructions on how the estate should be managed to…
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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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