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Quitclaim Deeds, Gift Deeds, & Spousal Deeds in Georgia

Quitclaim Deeds, Gift Deeds, and Spousal Deeds in Georgia: What Is the Difference? When transferring real estate in Georgia, people often hear terms such as quitclaim deed, gift deed, and spousal deed. These terms are related, but they do not all describe the same...

Georgia Probate & Inheritance Law: What Happens to Real Property After Someone Dies

What Happens to Real Property in Georgia When Someone Passes Away? When a family member or loved one passes away, one of the most common and important questions is what happens to their real estate. In Georgia, real property does not automatically transfer upon death....

Understanding Probate and Estate Conflicts

Understanding Probate and Estate Conflicts Probating a will in Georgia can be stressful, confusing, and an emotional time, especially when family members have different expectations and competing interests, or when the will might be outdated or unclear. When a loved...

Common Estate Planning Mistakes

Only a little more than half of Georgia parents have an estate plan, such as a will or living trust document, in place. Even when parents do have the documents, many of their adult children do not know that such documents exist, or the contents of the documents. So...

Behind the Horns: Handling “Aggressive” Plaintiff’s Attorneys

By: Sam Dudar, Esq. – Attorney Behind the Horns: Handling “Aggressive” Plaintiff’s Attorneys Plaintiff’s lawyers often advertise themselves as providing “aggressive” representation. In a limited sense, this is a praiseworthy term. All lawyers are obligated to...

Georgia Last Will and Testament FAQs

Your Last Will and Testament is an important part of planning for your family’s future. Planning for the future is an important aspect of our lives, whether it is planning tomorrow night’s dinner or figuring out what will happen to your family when you pass away...