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Top 5 Disputes Over Estate Planning

Estate planning is an important part of overall financial planning. It is the process of creating a plan that outlines how your assets will be distributed after your death. Estate planning is important to ensure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes and that your loved ones are taken care of after your  … Read more

When Should I Petition for a Guardianship in GA?

A guardianship is a legal arrangement, which is established by a court order, that grants one person the authority to make decisions on behalf of another person who is unable to make decisions for themselves. In Georgia, guardianship may be necessary when an individual is incapacitated or when a minor needs a guardian. A GA  … Read more

The Connection Between Power of Attorney (POA) and Wills

Power of Attorney (POA) and wills are essential legal tools that serve distinct purposes in estate planning, but they are interconnected in ensuring comprehensive management and distribution of assets during a person’s lifetime and after their passing. Understanding how each contributes to end-of-life decisions and how they can complement each other is important when planning  … Read more

Tips for Talking to Elderly Parents About Estate Planning

Estate planning is an essential aspect of life that can often be overlooked or put off until it’s too late. As our parents age, it becomes increasingly important to have conversations about estate planning to ensure their needs are met and their assets are distributed according to their wishes. However, these conversations can be difficult  … Read more

5 Ways Advanced Directives Help Your Family

Advanced Directives are an important part of planning for the future. These legal documents allow individuals to make decisions about their medical care if they cannot communicate their wishes. While many people understand the importance of advanced directives for themselves, they may not realize the benefits they can provide for their loved ones. Turner Law  … Read more

5 Reasons to Avoid Probate

Probate is a court-supervised process that authenticates a decedent’s will and oversees the final dispositions of their assets, debts and other estate matters. All Georgia wills must go through probate, even if trusts are in place. However, not all estate assets are subject to probate. In fact, it is often in your best interests to  … Read more

Should You Put Your Pet In Your Will?

You likely have heard news stories of dogs and other animals receiving millions of dollars left to them in a will from their generous owners. While not everyone can leave their pet a millionaire, there are good reasons to provide legal instructions and provisions for your pets. If you are like most people with pets,  … Read more

How Important Is Aid and Attendance Benefits for Veterans?

Our society owes a great debt of gratitude to veterans who have served our country with honor and distinction. These brave men and women have sacrificed much for our freedom and security, and we must ensure they receive the support and care they need when they return home. One of the most important benefits available  … Read more

Could You Have Unaccounted For Digital Assets?

An increasingly important aspect of estate planning involves accounting for and transferring rights to your digital assets. While many people may not believe they have any such assets, they may be seriously deficient in accounting for some valuable assets in their estate plan. What Are Digital Assets? Digital assets are electronic data or information owned  … Read more

How to Protect Your Assets from Probate with Estate Planning

After you die, all your assets may need to go through a probate process for equal distribution among family members and to pay off any debt or taxes. This process can be complicated and expensive. However, you can employ a few legal strategies through an experienced attorney to protect your assets to help save your  … Read more