Georgia and Tennessee Probate, Estate and Trust Attorneys

Built Exclusively for Everything Families Face After a Death

Guardian Probate Law Group helps families, fiduciaries, heirs, beneficiaries, executors, administrators, and trustees with probate, estate administration, trust administration, contested estate, trust, and fiduciary matters.
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Probate-Focused

Focused exclusively on probate and related matters that follow a death.

Multi-State Probate Practice

Helping clients with probate in Georgia and Tennessee.

A Clear Legal Team

A dedicated attorney and paralegal assigned to each case.

Administration & Litigation

From probate and administration to complex estate, trust, and fiduciary litigation.

Probate Help Across Georgia and Tennessee

Our Practices

Guardian Probate Law Group serves families and fiduciaries throughout Georgia and Tennessee. Choose your state to meet the local team, explore available services, and find state-specific probate resources.

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Over 3,600 families have trusted our caring probate team to help.

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Georgia

Navigate Georgia probate with guidance tailored to the state’s courts, procedures, and estate laws.

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Tennessee

Find clear support for estate administration, trust matters, and contested probate issues throughout Tennessee.

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a Member of Our Team.

Over 3,600 families have trusted our caring probate team to help.

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Our Accolades

Avvo - Clients Choice Award 2020
Avvo - Clients Choice Award 2019
Avvo - Clients Choice Award 2018
Avvo - Clients Choice Award 2017
2016 GeorgiaTrend Legal Elite Award
10 Best Law Firm Award for Client Satisfaction - The American Institute of Legal Counsel
Law Firm 500 Honoree
BBB Accredited Business. A+ Rating since June of 2018
Erik Broel Rated By Super Lawyers and Selected in 2018 - 2015 Top Rated Lawyers - Thomson Reuters
Avvo Rating: 10.0 Superb - Top Attorney: Probate
2024 Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent® Award - Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence
2017 Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent® Award for Ethical Standards and Legal Ability - Awarded to Erik John Broel
2024 Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent® Award - Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence
2015 Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent® Award for Ethical Standards and Legal Ability - Awarded to Erik John Broel
2014 Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent® Award for Ethical Standards and Legal Ability - Awarded to Erik John Broel
2015 Top Rated Lawyers - Legal Leaders AV Preeminent
2015 Top Rated Lawyers - Legal Leaders AV Preeminent

Featured In

Featured in Corporate Counsel
Featured in The National Law Journal
Featured in The American Lawyer
Featured in Legal Leaders
Featured in Legal Talk Network
These awards and recognitions were originally received by Georgia Probate Law Group or its attorneys and now form part of Guardian Probate Law Group’s Georgia practice history.

How Guardian Probate Law Group Can Help with Your Probate Case

Probate, estate, trust, and fiduciary matters frequently involve serious decisions, deadlines, and private family issues. Our probate attorneys help you better understand your options, move forward with a plan, and protect your rights and interests.

Helping More Than 3,600 Families and Fiduciaries Since 2009

Estate Administration

Sorting out your loved one’s estate can be highly challenging. Count on our legal team to help with probate filings, assets, debts, and distribution management, while reducing potential pitfalls and unwanted delays.

Georgia Tennessee

Trust Administration

Understand and fulfill your trustee duties with confidence. GPLG provides the legal guidance you need to navigate the trust terms, manage assets properly, make informed decisions, handle distributions, and communicate with beneficiaries.

Georgia Tennessee

Trust Litigation and Disputes

Trust disputes can involve inquiries about trust assets, fiduciary duties, distributions, accountings, or whether a trustee is handling the trust properly.

Our probate attorneys help clients evaluate the facts, understand the legal implications, and move forward with a strategy focused on the trust, the client’s goals, the evidence, and court requirements.

Georgia Tennessee

Estate Litigation and Disputes

Estate disputes can involve will contests, fiduciary misconduct, asset conflicts, inheritance disputes, and accounting issues. GPLG assists clients in evaluating what is happening, understanding their options, and choosing an appropriate strategy.

Georgia Tennessee

Conservatorship & Guardianship

When a loved one doesn’t have capacity, or when there are concerns about their ability to manage some personal affairs, protection might be necessary. Our legal team provides guidance and assistance through the court process, appointment requirements, and the responsibilities that come with serving as a guardian or conservator.

Georgia Tennessee

Out-of-State Probate

Managing probate in another state may involve additional practical challenges. Guardian Probate Law Group provides local legal guidance and helps out-of-state families oversee court filings, deadlines, and estate obligations from a distance.

Georgia Tennessee

We have helped over 3,600 families with Estate and Probate matters. Have a confidential consultation to find out how we can help with your probate case.

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Testimonials

  • “Georgia Probate Law Group was able to help my family settle my dad’s estate. Keith Olmert and his team guided us through the complicated probate system. They were knowledgeable, caring, and compassionate throughout this difficult process.”

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    Sean McCusker

  • “Georgia Probate law Group was able to help me settle a difficult family member’s estate. I found the group online and took a chance, it worked. They were knowledgeable, capable and most caring throughout the entire process. They are an outstanding law group!”

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    Carolyn Inglis

  • “My experience with Mr Broel was very beneficial and rewarding. He was a great service to my needs. I would definitely go to him with other legal matters and highly recommend him to anyone needing legal advice.”

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    Roy J.

  • “Georgia Probate Law Group did a very good job when it came to sorting out issues with estate of my grandfather as well as my grandmother. There was property that was in limbo with documentation and the GPLG was able to sort things out and get everyone to the table to hash out the details.

    The communication by the legal team handling the estate was excellent. They were very detailed and made sure that all parties involved understood the process and steps that needed to be taken. I also want to commend their billing department because as we all know lawyers are expensive, but I must say that is you communicate with GPLG they will work with you if you are having some financial issues. I highly recommend them.”

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    Beau Snell

  • “Georgia Probate Law Group helped me navigate a tough probate matter with exceptional advice and care. Stuart and Ellie made themselves available to me anytime and answered all my questions throughly and thoughtfully. If I need assistance again they will be my first call.”

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    Melony Robinson

  • “Georgia Probate Law Group provided exceptional service during a difficult time. Their team was professional, knowledgeable, and compassionate. They guided us through the probate process with ease, answering all our questions and ensuring we understood every step. Their expertise in probate law was evident and gave us peace of mind. We highly recommend Georgia Probate Law Group for anyone needing assistance with probate matters.”

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    Airfonzie Peterson

  • “Georgia Probate Law Group was a blessing to me and my family. After speaking with them I knew that they would be the lawyers to help us. They were fast, efficient, knowledgeable and friendly. I enjoyed working with them in getting our property ready for sale. If I had a question or concern, they talked to me and made sure that I understood all that was involved.

    They answered my calls immediately and never acted like I was intruding or that they didn’t have time to talk to me. I highly recommend Georgia Probate Law Group. You couldn’t find a better group.”

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    Shelia Morrow

  • “I contacted Ga Probate Law to inquire about managing my loved ones estate. They made the process pleasant and seamless. Each representative was caring and compassionate with their approach and offered lots of detailed insights into next steps and eta s always upfront regarding expectations. They are amazing! If you are in need of assistance, don’t delay call them today!!!! I highly recommend.”

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    F Slaton

  • “I cannot thank you all enough for what you did for me. When we started, if you remember, that was what I really wanted. The truth. We all worked together and got it. Thank you for much for that Erik! I love you guys so much and will forever be grateful for you.”

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    Catherine C.

  • “I can gladly and highly recommend Mr. Broel! He has handled several different issues for me and my family in the recent past. He worked on our behalf with probate, with the close of an estate and transfer a business after the death of a family member. We put our trust in him and we were not disappointed. He was very thorough and meticulous with our cases and helped to put us at ease during a very stressful time. I would not hesitate to go to him in time of need again.”

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    Tere Mascali

These testimonials were originally provided to Georgia Probate Law Group, now part of Guardian Probate Law Group, and relate to matters handled in Georgia.

Featured Resources

Understand Better What Comes Next in Probate

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  • Probate Litigation and Estate Disputes in Tennessee – What You Should Know

    Probate litigation in Tennessee can complicate estate administration when disputes arise over wills, inheritance, assets, or a personal representative’s actions. This post explains how these…
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  • A Comprehensive Guide to Probate Litigation and Estate Disputes in Georgia

    Probate litigation is scary to think about and even more terrifying to experience firsthand. The possibility of family members becoming enemies or estate assets turning…
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  • Trust Administration in Georgia – A Comprehensive Guide

    If you have been named successor trustee of a loved one’s trust, it could initially be scary and overwhelming. There are many duties and responsibilities…
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  • What Is the Executor of an Estate in Tennessee?

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About Guardian Probate Law Group (GPLG)

Built Exclusively for What Comes After a Death

Probate attorney Erik J. Broel founded Guardian Probate Law Group in Georgia in 2009. Today, it is a multi-state probate-focused law firm serving clients in Georgia and Tennessee.

Probate, estate, trust, and fiduciary matters are not just one part of our practice. They are what GPLG was built around.

That work can look very different from one matter to the next. Some cases involve court filings, assets, creditors, and distributions. Others involve fiduciary duties, contested decisions, family conflict, disputed assets, or concerns about whether an estate or trust is being handled properly.

Whether the matter is straightforward, complicated, or contested, GPLG brings a clear, practical, and strategic approach to the issues involved.

Our focus is simple: understand what is at stake, clarify the situation, and work to ensure the estate, trust, or fiduciary matter is handled properly.

Meet the Guardian Probate Law Group Team

Our Georgia and Tennessee attorneys and legal professionals work together to help families, fiduciaries, heirs, and beneficiaries navigate probate, estate and trust administration, and contested matters after a death.

  • Erik J. Broel
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    Founding Attorney
  • Stuart Bagley
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    Senior Probate Attorney
  • Dave Dupee
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  • Stacey Ferris
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  • Kimberly Mowbray
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  • Patricia Buonodono
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  • Matthew Robinson
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  • Jeanne O'Halleran
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  • Geneka Holyfield
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  • William Leverett
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  • Nahra Oh
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  • Tawnya Brodgon

    Tawnya S. Brogdon
    Senior Paralegal
  • Susan Flythe

    Susan T. Flythe
    Senior Paralegal
  • Tish Pittman

    Matisha R. Pittman
    Senior Paralegal
  • Vicki Porter

    Vicki L. Porter
    Senior Paralegal
  • Carol Hysell

    Carol A. Hysell
    Paralegal
  • Shannon Hackett

    Shannon A. Hackett
    Paralegal
  • Dianne Stanley

    Dianne M. Stanley

    Operations Manager
  • Haley Peterson

    Haley C. Janes

    Administrative Specialist
  • Brianna Clark

    Brianna R. Clark

    Operations Assistant
  • Arden Ferrell

    Arden M. Ferrell

    Director of First Impressions
  • Kathleen Henlan

    Kathleen M. Linehan

    Client Coordinator
  • Zachary F. Warwick

    Zachary F. Warwick

    Client Coordinator
  • Destiny Gay

    Destiny M. Willis

    Senior Client Consultant
  • Deanna M. Warren

    Deanna M. Warren

    Client Consultant
  • Julia S. Genest

    Julia S. Genest

    Client Consultant
  • Magdalena Cortes

    Magdalena Cortes

    Billing Clerk
  • Maggie O'Neil

    Maggie M. O’Neil

    Legal Services Manager
  • Travie Andrews

    Travie A. Andrews

    Senior Billing Specialist
  • Lori Partin

    Lori Partin

    Executive Assistant
  • Jenn Broel

    Jenn M. Broel

    Senior Director
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Who do we help

Understand Your Role, Your Rights, and Your Next Steps

Heirs & Beneficiaries

Heirs and beneficiaries often seek legal help when they worry the estate/trust is being handled correctly, have unanswered questions, or distributions are delayed.

Executors & Administrators / Personal Representatives

Executors and administrators may need legal advice on their responsibilities and fiduciary duties, such as opening an estate, managing assets correctly, communicating with heirs, or making distributions.

Trustees and Other Fiduciaries

Fiduciaries and trustees may seek legal guidance to understand their duties, address beneficiary concerns, handle assets correctly, or resolve conflicts among the parties involved.

Creditors of the Estate

Creditors may need legal assistance when filing a claim against an estate, protecting their payment rights, or navigating probate requirements and deadlines that can affect whether a claim is recognized.

Out-of-State Family

Out-of-state family members usually seek local legal help when the probate process takes place in another state, court requirements are difficult to manage from a distance, or if travel is required.

Surviving Spouse

Surviving spouses usually seek legal guidance when they are unsure about their inheritance rights, when disputes over assets or property arise, or when they are not mentioned in a will.

Conservators and Guardians

Conservators and guardians often need legal support when seeking appointment, managing fiduciary duties, making critical decisions, or staying on top of legal responsibilities.