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Amanda and her team were great throughout the entire process. They make the planning as easy as it can be, and help navigate you through the tough questions... I have already recommended them to others!
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Dawn helped my husband and I draw up a family Trust in order to transfer our assets to the next generation of beneficiaries. She is a warm, compassionate person and a whip-smart attorney.
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Dawn and her team were great to work with! Dawn is compassionate while working on such a tender subject of what happens when you're gone.
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Creating a well-designed estate plan can be one of the best choices you can make to protect your family and your assets. However, many people put off estate planning or try to avoid it altogether. This has the potential to cause your loved ones more difficulties and financial losses during an already challenging time if something unexpected happens to you. But if you are proactive, you can decide for yourself how your loved ones will be cared for after you are gone by creating a customized estate plan. Our seasoned lawyers have the compassion and skill to handle a wide variety of situations, whether you need a basic will or have more complex estate planning needs. Building a solid estate plan with a trusted lawyer that grows with you throughout your life allows you to feel confident about your future and your legacy.
Your estate is the property, both real and personal, that you own. This can include real estate, cars, and personal items, as well as things like bank accounts and your 401k. When you create an estate plan with our attorneys, you can decide who will receive these items after you’re gone and reduce the amount of hassle and taxes for those you care about.
When a person dies, their assets often go through expensive probate proceedings, especially if they did not leave a will or if their estate is considered high value. Having an experienced probate attorney can help you avoid costly judgments and expensive litigation and can reduce the stress of being the executor of an estate.
Sometimes, our loved ones lose the ability to make decisions for themselves due to illness, old age, or other circumstances. During these challenging times, a guardianship or conservatorship may be necessary and our attorneys can compassionately help you navigate this often emotional process.
If you are having a dispute and would prefer to avoid costly litigation that can last for years and the potential for a single judge or jury to decide the outcome of your case, mediation can be a useful option. Our attorneys Amanda Riedling and Dawn Levine are registered mediators and can help you resolve disputes in the areas of probate and adult guardianship/conservatorship.
No one likes to think about their mortality, but no matter your age or financial situation, estate planning is critical. It allows you to voice your intentions and wishes about how your assets should be distributed and keeps the state and probate courts from making these important decisions for you and your family. Estate planning goes beyond just creating a Will and can include important documents such as Advance Directive for Health Care, Financial Power of Attorney, Trusts, and more. Having these documents in order can give you peace of mind because you know you are saving your loved ones from having unnecessary stress or financial burdens in the future. Some of these documents, such as an Advance Directive for Health Care (also known as a living Will) and a durable power of attorney, can even ensure your wishes are carried out if you are still alive but are temporarily or permanently unable to handle your affairs).
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When looking for an estate planning lawyer, you want someone who is compassionate and will listen to your individual needs so they can craft a unique plan that is right for your situation. You also need a lawyer who will build a lasting relationship with you, so your estate plan stays up to date as your circumstances change. At Georgia Wills, Trusts, and Probate Firm, LLC, we have experience in a wide range of estate planning, from basic wills and revocable living trusts to complex tax planning and business succession. Our firm has a strong commitment to ethics and a desire to help you make informed and empowered decisions about your estate that are specifically tailored to your wants and needs. Whether you wish to ensure your assets stay in your family or whether you want to set up a lasting legacy in the form of a charitable donation, we can help you create an estate plan that suits you.
Amanda and her team were great throughout the entire process. They make the planning as easy as it can be, and help navigate you through the tough questions... I have already recommended them to others!
Dawn helped my husband and I draw up a family Trust in order to transfer our assets to the next generation of beneficiaries. She is a warm, compassionate person and a whip-smart attorney...
Dawn and her team were great to work with! Dawn is compassionate while working on such a tender subject of what happens when you're gone...
There are many reasons people avoid estate planning: some believe that estate planning will be too expensive for them, others feel they don’t have enough assets to make it worthwhile, and others think they are too young to start considering a will. In reality, everyone can benefit from creating an estate plan, regardless of their age or financial situation, and it will likely save your family money in the long run. If you want to have a say in how your assets are distributed and wish to prevent your family from going through extra hassle and expense during an already vulnerable time, it is important to create an estate plan now. Georgia Wills, Trusts, and Probate Firm, LLC has the experience, compassion, and knowledge to help you create an estate plan to fit your individual goals.
Our Georgia law office is located 3 blocks from Marietta Square and 3 miles from the Big Chicken. Contact us today by calling (770) 758-6832 to begin creating your customized estate plan.
In short, yes, experience is a very important factor to consider when hiring an estate planning lawyer. State and federal tax laws can be complex and are ever-changing. Having a deep knowledge of these laws and their potential effects on your assets is vital to crafting a well-designed estate plan. Having experience in estate planning also means having the foresight to plan for any potential issues that may arise, even ones that you may not have considered. At Georgia Wills, Trusts, and Probate Firm, LLC our attorneys have over 30 years of combined experience in probate and estate planning in the state of Georgia. We take pride in building relationships with our clients and tailoring our services to their situations. Our attorneys are committed to providing exemplary knowledge and service to clients and have received superb ratings from Avvo Rating and a Rising Star award from Super Lawyers.
