by Brian Douglas | Aug 1, 2022 | Estate Planning menu
You might have heard about Trusts being something only the Rich and Famous have. But they are not the only ones who can benefit from them! Trusts can be one of the most misunderstood aspects of estate planning. Read on to learn more about what they are, what they do,...
by Brian Douglas | Jul 27, 2022 | Probate
In an ideal situation, a person creates an estate plan that clearly addresses the disposition of their assets and goes through the probate process with any issues. But this is not always the case. An individual may have had trouble memorializing their wishes to their...
by Brian Douglas | Jul 26, 2022 | Estate Planning
If you are a parent of a special needs child, you should be aware of what laws are in place to protect you and your child. Special education laws are aimed to enhance the educational access of students with disabilities. The Individuals with Disabilities Improvement...
by Brian Douglas | Jul 25, 2022 | Uncategorized
If you’ve turned on the news or scrolled through a news publication recently, you’ve likely seen many headlines about the state of the economy. Should you be concerned? What is a Bear Market? In June, the S&P 500 officially entered a bear market, which is a term...
by Brian Douglas | Jul 19, 2022 | Probate
As a surviving spouse have you heard about Georgia’s Law of “Year’s Support” in Decedent’s Estates? Common Misconceptions Often surviving spouses have the misconception that the Probate Courts in Georgia (of competent venue) will automatically grant an award of a...
by Brian Douglas | Jul 1, 2022 | Estate Planning
An estate plan is a living document. It should evolve over time and reflect your current assets, family situation, work status, and interests. It’s a good idea to revisit this legal document every five or so years to make sure that the estate plan still reflects your...
by Brian Douglas | Jun 27, 2022 | Estate Planning
Most wills pass through the probate process without any problems. There are some situations; however, where a dispute arises and a person might want to challenge the validity of a will. Georgia courts often consider a Last Will & Testament to be the final voice of...
by Brian Douglas | Jun 24, 2022 | Probate
Do you have a disabled child who is approaching the age of 18? Once your child turns 18, you likely will experience significant legal obstacles if you desire to continue making decisions on behalf of your child and/or desire to have access to that child’s medical...
