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We’re Georgia attorneys focused exclusively on helping people with probate estate, trust matters and litigation.

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At Guardian Probate Law Group, we focus exclusively on Probate and Estate Law

In fact, we do not accept any other types of cases

Testimonials

  • “Kimberly was kind and compassionate in helping me settle my father’s estate. She explained things clearly and I appreciate her honesty and integrity in working with me. Great experience and I would definitely recommend this firm to anyone looking for honest and fair representation.”

    Virlyn Rice
  • “Georgia Probate Law Group was the best choice to handle the probate process efficiently. At my first contact, I was reassured and confident they were going to work for what was in my best interest. Regular contact and availability great throughout the process! I first tried to start the process on my own. Don’t make the same mistake! Let Georgia Probate Law Group’s professionals help you during your difficult time for peace of mind and get it right the first time.”

    William Duck
  • “I really do not think there is a finer or more caring group of professionals around. Thank you all for making the unbearable not so hard at all and the impossible all done. Each of you makes me feel as though I am not only your most important client but your only client, even though I know better.”

    Vicki F.
  • “Georgia Probate Law Group was able to help my mom and family settle my loved one’s estate. They were knowledgeable, caring, and compassionate throughout this difficult process.
    My legal team at Georgia Probate Law Group communicated with me effectively and helped guide me through the probate of my loved one’s estate. I felt lost before I started working with this group, but they helped me settle everything correctly and legally.
    They are truly professional and understand the difficulty that family members can go through during this difficult time.”

    Nick Patel
  • “After my mother’s passing it seemed an impossible task to probate her estate in Georgia when I live in Texas. I felt lost before I started working with Georgia Probate Law Group group, but they helped me settle everything correctly and legally. This has taken away all of the anxiety and stress of being out of state.

    My legal team at Georgia Probate Law Group communicated with me effectively and helped guide me through the probate of my mom’s estate. They were knowledgeable, caring, and compassionate throughout this difficult process. I have been so pleased and thankful that I chose Georgia Probate Law Group.”

    Kurt Mcwilliams
  • “This law firm handled everything way beyond what the others would do. Erik’s staff and the way everything was handled so professional. I could write a book about why you should use this Firm. All you have to do is call them you will see right away how quickly they handle your case. I have never had the opportunity to deal with such a great Law Firm. Anyone can ask me any question they want and I’ll tell them why they need Erik to handle their case. Thank You so much for your services!”

    Rob
  • “I recently engaged the services of Georgia Probate Law Group for handling the probate of my late relative’s estate, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience. The entire team was incredibly knowledgeable and guided me through every step of the complex probate process with ease and confidence. Their professionalism was evident from our first meeting, and they consistently demonstrated a deep understanding of estate law.
    Communication was outstanding; they were always available to answer my questions and provided clear, detailed explanations, ensuring I fully understood each stage of the process. Their compassionate approach made a challenging time much more manageable, and I felt genuinely supported throughout.
    Thanks to Georgia Probate Law Group’s expertise and meticulous attention to detail, the probate process was completed smoothly and efficiently. I am extremely grateful for their exceptional service and highly recommend them to anyone in need of probate or estate legal assistance. They truly went above and beyond to ensure a positive outcome.”

    Carrie Wagner
  • “My legal team at Georgia Probate Law Group was instrumental in guiding me through a very emotional time of probating my loved one’s estate.They were very compassionate and knowledgeable throughout this whole process.Even though I felt confused and lost, they effectively guided and helped me settle everything correctly and legally.”

    Danny Wright
  • “My family and I are very happy with the Georgia Probate Law Group. Our case is still pending but Dave and Joanne are very patient with us and explain the process as we go along.”

    Meloney Shirley

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

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.

Featured Articles

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About Us

Single-Minded Dedication That Gets Results

Georgia Probate and Estate Law 
is our focus and passion.

It’s what we do, our bread and butter, day in and day out. This single-minded dedication is what makes us the best in this field.

We work in every county within the State of Georgia and help individuals and families from all over the United States. When a family member passes away, our team is there to help you through one of the most difficult times you will face.

Probate is complicated.

We believe in settling an estate or trust fairly and making the process as simple and easy to understand as possible.

Sometimes, that means helping administer and settle an estate or trust peacefully, while other times, it means aggressively litigating a situation in court. Other times, we help with estates and trusts that are somewhere in between those two extremes.

Our staff is friendly, helpful, and here for you. We care about our clients and help you understand your situation, make a plan, and ensure that things are done fairly and right.

Our Dedicated & Compassionate Team

  • Erik J. Broel
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  • Stuart Bagley
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    Managing Attorney
  • Dave Dupee
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    Senior Probate Attorney
  • Stacey Ferris
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  • Patricia Buonodono
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    Probate Attorney
  • Jeanne O'Halleran
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  • Geneka Holyfield
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  • Taifa Goff
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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
  • Maggie O'Neil

    Maggie M. O’Neil

    Legal Services Manager
  • Dianne Stanley

    Dianne M. Stanley

    Operations Manager
  • Haley Peterson

    Haley C. Janes

    Client Experience Specialist
  • Brianna Clark

    Brianna R. Clark

    Operations Assistant
  • Lydia Nelson

    Lydia A. Nelson

    Administrative Assistant
  • Arden Ferrell

    Arden M. Ferrell

    Director of First Impressions
  • Julia S. Genest

    Julia S. Genest

    Client Onboarding Manager
  • 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
  • Donna Howard

    Donna M. Howard

    Client Consultant
  • Magdalena Cortes

    Magdalena Cortes

    Billing Clerk
  • Travie Andrews

    Travie A. Andrews

    Senior Billing Specialist
  • Jenn Broel

    Jenn M. Broel

    Senior Director

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.

Latest Georgia Resources

  • Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions Many clients come to us with questions about their estate or trust situation. Questions like Do wills have to be probated in Georgia? What are Georgia inheritance…
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  • Key Trust Beneficiary Rights to Be Aware of in Georgia

    When a loved one dies, you may find that you were named as a beneficiary in a trust, and some of the questions that we often hear are “As a…
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  • What Are the Chances of Successfully Contesting a Trust in Georgia?

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