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  • What Is a County Administrator in Georgia Probate?

    Losing a loved one is overwhelming. While you are grieving, important legal decisions still have to be made. If no one is able or willing…
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  • What Is a Temporary Administrator of an Estate in Georgia?

    When someone dies, you may find yourself in a situation where certain estate matters can’t wait for the full probate process to run its course….
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  • What Is Medicaid Estate Recovery in Georgia? A Simple Guide

    In Georgia, the Medicaid Estate Recovery Program may allow the state to file a claim against the deceased person’s estate, similar to how other creditors…
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  • What Is a Probate Bond in Georgia and When Is It Required?

    If you are the personal representative of a deceased person’s estate, you have a wide range of responsibilities, and handling the administration of an estate…
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  • Guardian ad Litem in Georgia Probate: Role & Why It’s Appointed

    In Georgia probate cases, having appointed a Guardian Ad Litem can be extremely important. This can be especially true when the probate proceedings and estate…
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  • What Is a Last Will and Testament? – Georgia Probate Point of View

    A last will and testament is a legal document that controls how most of your assets and liabilities are distributed after your death. A valid…
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  • Tenants in Common – What It Means for Estates in Georgia

    When a loved one passes away and owns property with someone else, the probate process can feel overwhelming. Questions often come up right away, especially…
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  • Testate vs Intestate and the Impact on Georgia Probate

    Dying testate vs. intestate represents a great difference in probate law. It determines who controls the deceased person’s estate, the distribution of the decedent’s assets,…
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  • What Are Next of Kin Rights and Responsibilities in Georgia Probate?

    The “next of kin” term usually refers to the closest living blood relative, such as a spouse, who will assume responsibility for decisions on behalf…
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  • How to Deposit an Estate Check When There Is No Estate in Georgia

    When you’ve received an inheritance check, you may need clarification about how to cash or deposit the estate check when there is no estate. If…
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  • What Is a Child Entitled to When a Parent Dies Without a Will in Georgia?

    The death of a parent can be emotionally devastating. If the parent passes away without a testament to establish how to distribute his possessions clearly,…
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  • What Is a Right of Survivorship in Georgia – A Comprehensive Guide

    When entering into a joint property ownership with someone else, you must consider many things, such as what share each of you owns and what…
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