Amy Marie Refeca

Amy Marie Refeca

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 24 years

Wills and living wills Lawyer at Alpharetta, GA
Practice Areas: Wills & Living Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning ... +3 more

318 Maxwell Rd., Suite 600, Alpharetta, GA

About Amy

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Trusts 35%

Some individuals and couples choose a living trust or testamentary trust to be the foundation of their planning. We help our clients choose what fits their family and needs.

14 years

35%
Wills and Living Wills 35%

As part of estate planning, we help individuals and couples put in place a Last Will & Testament and a Living Will (end of life decisions).

14 years

35%
Estate Planning 10%

We focus exclusively on helping families put in place an intentional, well thought out estate plan that works for their family and their lives. Of course, as part of that planning, individuals and couples will chose a Will or Trust based plan.

14 years

10%
Power of Attorney 10%

There are two types of powers of attorney, finance and health care. We help our clients walk through the decisions necessary to put up to date documents in place as part of their overall estate plan.

14 years

10%
Guardianship 5%

We help parents walk through the process of nominating a guardian to care for their minor child or child with special needs.

14 years

5%
Probate 5%

We help people plan for the probate process and avoid the process, if desired.

14 years

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 11 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2014

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 24 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2001

Administrative - Not Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Atlanta Wills + Trusts Law Group by Refeca Law, LLC

318 Maxwell Rd., Suite 600, Alpharetta, GA, 30009

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Amy Marie Refeca's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Charlotte | December 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Estate Planning Attorney

Amy proved to be exceptional attorney in our estate planning. Even before we hired her we had a telephone conference with her and she discussed with us her plan to guide us through. Amy gave us time to get back with her after our initial conversation, and we made the right decision to hire her and... her team who are competent, detailed, organized, and are there for you to answer your questions either by phone, text, or e-mail they are certainly prompt in getting back with you. My husband and I highly recommend if you are seeking an attorney to look no further. Atlanta Wills + Trusts Law Group by Refeca Law, LLC is the firm for you.

Amy Refeca

Replied last August 31, 2022

Thank you for the kind words. We love not just what we do, but how we do it!

Posted by anonymous | April 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Wonderful to work with!

The entire experience was excellent. Amy rushed putting together our Will so my husband and I could have peace of mind when we took our first big trip without the kids. She made what could be a difficult experience seem easy. All the staff at the practice was very friendly and professional.

Amy Refeca

Replied last August 31, 2022

So grateful we were able to bring you both peace of mind for your big trip! As parents, each of us at Atlanta Wills + Trusts understands the concerns parents have when they leave their children for the first time (or any time!). Thank you for sharing your experience with our team.

Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent helping Us Plan Our Healthcare Directives And Wills

Amy was terrific in guiding us through the complex planning and creation of our estate planning documents. We made the decisions, but she helped us think through and understand the sometimes complex implications of each option. Amy also helped us communicate our wishes clearly, to avoid mistakes. We ...now have a health care proxy, durable power of attorney and wills. We were provided copies and flash drive to store our documents. Amy was extremely knowledgeable, caring and had our best interest through the process.

Amy Refeca

Replied last August 31, 2022

Helping you think through and understand what can be complex (and, frankly, overwhelming) decisions is what we do best at Atlanta Wills + Trusts. So grateful you chose us to help you walk through this process and get your plan in place. Your words about me, personally, are so kind and thoughtful!

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Amy Marie Refeca's Lawyer Endorsements

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Crista Hermance

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Other

"Amy is so knowledgeable about estate planning. She is down-to-earth and such a great attorney to work with. Amy continues to provide support to other attorneys and I look up to her and the way she manages her law practice. Amy is truly a gem."

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Esther Vayman

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy is a wonderful attorney. She is passionate about helping women with their estate planning. I refer clients to her without hesitation."

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Jennifer Lynn

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Megan Hodgkiss

Wills and living wills lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Amy on previous projects, and she is extremely passionate about helping women put estate plans in place that best fit their family status and financial goals."

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Connie Kaplan

Elder law lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. The utmost professional, and very knowledgeable in her area of practice."

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Margaret Barrett

Elder law lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Refeca is a top notch estate and elder lawyer. She is committed to her clients best interests."

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Shiobhan Olivero

Elder law lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Audrey Chisholm

Elder law lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy cares about her clients and works hard advocating on their behalf. I endorse this lawyer."

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Leila Shaver

Wills and living wills lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy is kind, personable and passionate about assisting her clients with managing their estates and planning their legacies. She ensures her clients are happy and their families protected. I highly recommend Amy!"

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Joshua Nelson

Guardianship lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy is a kind hearted attorney that gets great results for her clients during very stressful times. Everyone wished they had planned before they need a guardianship but when they haven't, I have faith Amy can help."

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A. Paul Ghanouni

Wills and living wills lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy has a strong passion for helping empower her clients through the appropriate planning. I endorse Amy."

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Jonathan Page

Wills and living wills lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Amy personally and she is an amazing estate attorney!"

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Tina Thapar

Wills and living wills lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy and her team are caring and trustworthy. She is professional, knowledgeable, thorough, goes above and beyond, and is a pleasure to work with."

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Vanessa de Lara

Elder law lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy is a dedicated attorney who seeks to help her clients with everything that she does. She is a committed advocate and a pleasure to deal with. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Jessica Stern

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy is passionate about protecting the rights and financial futures of women. She is extremely intentional, thoughtful, and isn't afraid to take a creative approach. Every woman should talk with Amy about future planning."

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Matthew Jordan

Wills and living wills lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am pleased to endorse Amy. She has the care and attention to detail that all clients in her area of law need. I am always pleased when I can send potential clients her way."

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Jennifer Gore

Wills and living wills lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy is an excellent attorney who has shown a real dedication to making sure her clients needs are taken care of. She is always very professional and a pleasure to deal with. I highly recommend her, and would personally refer clients to her."

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Daniel Graves

Elder law lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Amy is very knowledgeable about programs and benefits for which her clients may be eligible and is a zealous advocate"

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Sara Khaki

Elder law lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy is an outstanding lawyer and person. She truly cares about her clients and goes out of her way to make sure that they get the best value from her services. She is a rare find in our profession; she is passionate about what she does and that is very evident in the quality of work that she produces. I highly recommend her."

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Amy Phillips

Elder law lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Friend

"Amy and I have known each other for several years, after forming a group together to study and grow in the area of Elder Law. The very nature of how I met Amy shows her commitment to staying on top of the latest trends in the law, the newest ways to help her clients, and to bettering herself through relationships with other attorneys. I would easily recommend Amy to any friend or family member needing her services."

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Randi Johnson

Estate planning lawyer

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Margaret Barrett

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Georgia Super Lawyer 2024, SuperLawyers

2023

Georgia Super Lawyer 2023, SuperLawyers

2023

Best of Georgia: Estate Planning Law Firm Honorable Mention, Georgia Business Journal

2022

Georgia Super Lawyer 2022, SuperLawyers

2022

NEIGHBORHOOD FAVORITE 2022, NextDoor

2022

Best of Georgia: Estate Planning Law Firms Regional Winner, Georgia Business Journal

2021

Georgia Super Lawyer 2021, SuperLawyers

2021

Best of Georgia: Estate Planning Law Firms, Georgia Business Journal

2020

Georgia Super Lawyer 2020, SuperLawyers

2019

BEST LAWYER, BirdEye

2018

Georgia Legal Awards: Best Social Mediator, Fulton County Daily Report

2018

Incredible Women: The Advocate Award, Johns Creek Lifestyle Magazine

2017

Honoree Community Service Award, Centennial High School (Roswell, GA)

1999

Scholar of Merit Award, Cumberland School of Law

1998

Best Memorandum, Cumberland School of Law

1997

Magna Cum Laude, University of Missouri

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Owner, Atlanta Wills + Trusts Law Group by Refeca Law, LLC

2006 - 2010

Lead Trial Attorney, State Farm Mutual Auto Insurance

2001 - 2006

Senior Associate, Rumberger Kirk & Caldwell, P.A

Associations

2018 - Present

Helping Mamas, Inc.

Board Member

2016 - Present

WealthCounsel

Member

2015 - Present

Atlanta Bar Association, Estate Planning and Probate Section

Member

2015 - Present

Atlanta Bar Association, Sole Practioner/Small Firm

Member

2014 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

2014 - Present

State Bar of Georgia, Fiduciary Law Section

Member

2001 - Present

State Bar of Florida

Member

2014 - 2019

Georgia Association for Women Lawyers

Member

2014 - 2019

State Bar of Georgia, Elder Law Section

Member

2012 - 2021

Department of Veteran Affairs

Attorney Member

2012 - 2013

Legal Services of Greater Miami, Inc.

Volunteer Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

Robert A. Borysek v. Robert A. McDonald, Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs

Court set aside the BVA decision and remanded for further development.

Michael L. Casteel v. Robert A. McDonald, Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs

U.S. Court of Appeals set aside the BVA decision and remanded for futher development.

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Education

2001

Samford University, Cumberland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

University of Missouri, St. Louis

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

Mom, You've Got This Summit! Legal Things Moms Need To Know

2021

Family Law and Special Needs Kids: A Practical Guide for the Guardian Ad Litem and Family Law Attorney

Divorce and Special Needs Estate Planning: What You Need To Know

2019

Wills on Wednesdays (Weekly) Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning, What To Expect

2019

My Tribe Mondays (Weekly) The Importance of Self-Care

2019

2019

Employee Lunch and Learn The Importance of Estate Planning

2018

Women Only Entrepreneurs Main Event Finding Yourself in Yourself

2018

Wine, Women & Apps

Why Women Need A Will?

2018

Why Women Need Self-Care Women and the Practice of Self Care

2018

Online Conference: Women Need Estate Plans Steps to take NOW to ensure your children are protected

2018

2018

Free Ice Cream + Free Information Estate Planning Education For Parents

2018

Estate Planning Workshop The Importance of Estate Planning

2018

Estate Planning Presentation Honoring Moms Across The Generations

2018

Empowerment Series with Sharon Kranz Austin Knowledge is Power

2018

Empowering The Injured Advanced Healthcare Directives

2018

Basics of Estate Planning Practice

Basics of an Estate Planning Practice

2017

Workshop Ensuring Your Financial Power of Attorney Will Hold UP

Power Up Your Power of Attorney: Georgia New Financial Power of Attorney Law

2017

The Dana Barrett Show, Business Radio AM 1190 Talking Daughtercare: Women Caregivers of Seniors in Our Family

2017

Social Security Benefits Planners "Retire Better"

Social Security + Long Term Care Planning = Success for Women

2017

Estate Planning Presentation Intentional Estate Planning

2017

Drink To Your Health!

Advanced Healthcare Planning: Why a Living Will is Important

2016

Wine, Women & Wealth

Estate Planning For Women

2016

North Fulton Business RadioX Estate Planning for Women

2016

Fireside Chat

Important Papers Everyone Should Have

2016

Estate Planning Presentation Power of Powers of Attorney

2015

Estate Planning Webinar

Do Your Family A Favor: Don't Die Without A Will

2015

Continuing Education Senior Healthcare Industry

VA Benefits And Recent Changes

2014

Veterans With A View Radio Show Disability and Veterans

2013

Academy of VA Pension Planners The Client/Family Dynamics in Planning

2013

Academy of VA Pension Planners VA Service Connected Disability Overview

2013

Academy of VA Pension Planners VA Appeals Process

2013

Academy of VA Pension Planners Overview of the Department of Veterans Affairs

Publications

2019

LinkedIn Pulse What is an Estate Plan?

2018

LinkedIn Pulse Your Spouse May Not Inherit Everything From You

2018

LinkedIn Pulse What Is A Will?

2018

LinkedIn Pulse What Is A Trust?

2018

2018

2018

2018

2017

2016

2015

eGuide The Legacy Plan Checklist

2015

eGuide Understanding VA Aid & Attendance

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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