by Susan Grissom | Oct 29, 2024 | Estate Planning, Special Needs Trust, Wills & Trust
Creating a Will is important when you want to ensure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes after you pass away. However, the effectiveness of your Will depends not only on its content but also on where and how it is stored. If your Will cannot be...
by Susan Grissom | Oct 22, 2024 | Estate Planning, Wills & Trust
In estate planning and guardianship, the concept of a standby guardian might be less familiar but is incredibly important for parents and caregivers. The new Standby Guardianship Act, OCGA §§29-2-10 – 29-2-13 authorizes designation of a standby guardian. A standby...
by Susan Grissom | Oct 15, 2024 | Elder Care, Estate Planning, Wills & Trust
When you visit a hospital, especially for surgery or a serious medical condition, one of the common questions you may encounter is, “Do you have an advance directive?” While this question might seem routine, it carries significant importance for both the...
by Susan Grissom | Oct 8, 2024 | Elder Care, Estate Planning, Probate, Special Needs Trust, Wills & Trust
Estate planning is an important part of managing your financial future and ensuring that your assets are distributed according to your wishes. However, the process can be complex, and many people are unsure if they need professional assistance. Here are some signs...
by Susan Grissom | Oct 1, 2024 | Estate Planning, Probate, Wills & Trust
When dealing with the complexities of inheritance law, many individuals have questions about what happens to an estate when someone passes away without a Will, especially concerning siblings. Sibling inheritance law addresses the rights of brothers and sisters to...
by Susan Grissom | Sep 17, 2024 | Estate Planning, Wills & Trust
Having to create an estate plan for a blended family can be complicated, especially when you want to ensure that your assets stay within your side of the family. If you don’t have any children, but your spouse does, and you wish to leave your estate to your...
