My condolences for the loss of your grandmother. Anytime anyone seeks to probate a Will, the “heirs” (in this case, it sounds like your...

My stepfather recently passed. His mother is still alive however he has 4 biological children. Who is his next of kin?

Mr. Hughes is correct regarding Georgia’s intestacy laws. Assuming your stepfather didn’t legally adopt his stepchildren, his next of kin (or...

Can I be charged with theft by taking?

This is a civil dispute, not a criminal matter. If she goes as far as reporting it, you would just explain that to the investigating officer, who...

How do i officially close a probate out?

My condolences for your loss. If all estate property has been transferred (including the real estate — both that within GA and that outside the...

When my father is deceased, he said I will get his house...is there something legal I need to do?

Your instincts are right. In Georgia, it only matters what someone has documented in a Will or other document meeting the legal requirements of a...

Is it possible for me to borrow money using my late fathers property Deed.

A $25,000 surety bond should be relatively inexpensive. Therefore, it would be unusual to obtain the bond by securing real property. (And because...

Who is entitled to the funds and property now that my father has passed away?

I’m sorry for your loss. You have a right to object to your stepmom’s petition for year’s support. If you fail to object within the time allowed...

Nephew had mom sign a power of attorney while she was in hospice and changed life insurance beneficiary to himself?

I’m so sorry for your loss! And for the added stress of your nephew’s nefarious actions. Time is of the essence, since life insurance pays...

WWhat can my daughter do if her mother in law lied on guardianship papers to get temp.custofy of my daughters son.

What a tough situation! Because your grandchild's parents are both incarcerated, the situation is a bit tricker than it might otherwise be....

My friends estranged mother passed away & she has questions about the papers she was sent to sign from GA.? She lives in Ohio.

I'm sorry for the loss of your friend's stepfather. Regarding your question: "Would she lose any inheritance by signing this paper?" Maybe. It...