Just wanted to add one more general comment to the other excellent answers. The question really is not if you can leave your assets as you wish,...

How do I file an objection to a years support that my stepmother has filed.

I can not tell you the exact procedure under GA law, but this is clear: first, you need to file the objection in a timely manner to contest the...

How do I get title to property that has gone through probate?

Based on the facts presented, you should likely engage an attorney to prepare the necessary Executors' Deed to transfer the property to you as the...

If there are only two survivors named in a will do you have to probate the will

The short answer is that life insurance policy benefits pass by beneficiary designation, so the beneficiary should contact the life insurance...

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Can an executor pay attorney without approval or notice to the heirs?

The short answer is that the Executor is a fiduciary and must act in a prudent manner. The Executor is normally given, but not always, the power...

My mother died intestate in 2010. My father and I were the only 2 beneficiaries. Should I hire my own legal counsel.

The short answer to your question is that you should hire your own legal counsel to make sure all is going as it should be, and if it is not, then...

Does a will in GA need to be probated if there are no assets other than a small bank account?

Under GA law, you are legally required to file the original Will, although you are not required to Probate the Will. If, in fact, no assets pass...

How can we get help with legal fees for filing objection to stepmothers years support and fighting for fair estate settlement

You may be able to locate an attorney willing to handle this case on a contingency basis, but you may not want this type of attorney to represent...

How may I claim that which was left to me under the wills of my parents? Their [GA] attorney does not respond to my inquiries.

This is not an easy case, and I recommend that you seek GA legal counsel. Basically, the Executor was required to try to find you. The questions...

Do you need to reopen a Summary Proceeding that was closed after finding additional asset of the Estate worth less than $48k?

I am not aware of a Summary Proceeding in GA, but under GA law and likely the law of most or all other states, you will likely need to reopen the...