What Does A Probate Attorney Do In Georgia

It’s great that we do it all for you. 

But when do you need to fork up the money to hire us? 

Here are some scenarios where you should consider it: 

• Complex Estates: We manage diverse assets like real estate, investments, and businesses, ensuring they are accurately valued, managed, and distributed according to the will or state law.
• Contested Wills: We mediate conflicts and represent the estate in court to resolve disputes over contested wills, ensuring the deceased’s wishes are honored.
• Out-of-State Executors: We act as your local representative, handling court appearances, filings, and necessary tasks if you’re an out-of-state executor.
• Significant Debt or Taxes: We handle estates with significant debts or tax issues, ensuring all obligations are settled before distributing assets to avoid legal complications.
• Intestate Estates: We ensure the proper distribution of estates without a will according to state intestate succession laws, minimizing conflicts.
• Business Interests: We manage the transfer or sale of business interests, ensuring continuity and proper valuation to protect the estate’s and beneficiaries’ interests.
• Legal Disputes: We defend the estate against estate litigation from creditors or beneficiaries, ensuring valid claims are resolved and invalid ones are contested.
• Executor Guidance: We provide essential guidance to executors, helping them fulfill their duties correctly and minimizing the risk of personal liability.
• Minimizing Family Conflict: We act as neutral mediators, facilitating communication and reducing conflict among beneficiaries for a smoother process.
• Ensuring Compliance: We ensure the estate administration complies with Georgia state laws, avoiding legal pitfalls and ensuring a lawful process.