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Georgia Probate Law Group is a compassionate, dynamic Georgia probate law firm on a mission to make the probate and estate process fair and simple for our clients. We work to make the process peaceful and efficient, when possible, and we negotiate disputes and litigate them aggressively, if necessary.
Erik founded the firm in 2009. He sees it as his personal mission to demystify the process of handling an estate or trust, and to help people by making the complex estate process simple and accessible. He believes there is always a better way to do things, and loves finding new and innovative ways to deliver better, more effective service that solves the client’s key problem or issue, and improves the client’s life.
Erik has seen first-hand, in his own family, what can happen when a probate estate situation gets out of control. When he was in college, one of Erik’s uncles died leaving an aunt he was very close to growing up widowed. Erik’s uncle had two adult children from a different marriage. Although the relationship between Erik’s aunt and his uncle’s two kids seemed to be on good terms before his uncle died, it soon became very clear that there were undercurrents to the relationship that his aunt never knew about. The two children forced everything to an estate sale, and Erik vividly remembers seeing his aunt pushed around in a wheelchair in her front yard at the estate sale while people walked in and out of her home, price tags on many items inside, and people buying things right in front of her that she had always thought were hers. Then her home was put up for sale right in front of her eyes. Luckily, the family came together and bought the home back from the estate.
This whole experience left an indelible mark on Erik. After founding the firm, Erik decided that he could make a difference in the world by finding a better way to handle estates and trusts. Erik believes strongly in specialization, and that clients are always better served by having a firm on their side that focuses exclusively on helping people who have lost a loved one with estate and trust matters. He believes that if his aunt had hired a firm that focused on probate matters, her situation could have worked out a lot differently, and she could have been saved from a lot of unnecessary heartache.
Because of that experience, the Firm's mission has focused exclusively on helping people with situations after a loved one has passed away.
We work exclusively with families after a loved one has passed away.
We work exclusively with families after a loved one has passed away.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Probate
80%
Estate Planning
10%
Trusts
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2020 2019 2018
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5
Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 17 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Georgia Probate Law Group
331 North Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA, 30060
GeorgiaProbateLawGroup.comOnline Presence
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Erik John Broel's Reviews
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Posted by Christy | January 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Exactly what I needed
After dealing with an incompetent lawyer and being stressed about probating my father’s contested Will I am completely at ease knowing I am being represented by a firm who knows the Probate process. Thank you for taking my case I am beyond grateful.
Posted by anonymous | December 3, 2020 | Hired Attorney
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Experienced probate lawyers
I hired Georgia Probate Law Group to help me navigate the probate process for two estates. Stacey Ferris & her team handled herself with professionalism, expertise and empathy. She personally accompanied me to court, and worked tirelessly on my behalf to handle everything as quickly as possible. I’d ...
Posted by Peggy Washington Polk, PhD | December 3, 2020 | Hired Attorney
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My Cousin Ronnie
My cousin named me as executor of his estate. I had no idea to go about it. I searched the internet to find out the process for handling his will. I ran across a video with Erik Broel. I decided to contact the firm based on how personable he seemed on the video. From my initial contact throughout the...
Posted by anonymous | December 2, 2020 | Hired Attorney
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Thank you Heather and Tracey
Just imagine hearing your mother passed away oversees during the COVID 19 pandemic and then realizing that she did not have a WILL in place. Everything crashes down and then you being to wonder how to deal with your mom's home etc. To be honest I was drawn to the firm as they did not have a fee for t...
Posted by Joe Knudsen | December 2, 2020 | Hired Attorney
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Brother passed without a will
My brother passed in GA in April being of this 2020 mess, no will, no benefactors to 4-1k, etc. I searched google for probate lawyers and Georgia Probate Law Group was first up so I gave them a call. Stacey L. Ferris and Tracey Foster where more than help with everything, from advise to how to mov...
Erik John Broel's Lawyer Endorsements
"I recently worked with Erik, and I can state with certainty that my Client benefited immensely from his involvement. Erik is a fantastic lawyer and a fine individual. I would highly recommend his services."
"I have sent many clients to Eirk. His knowledge of probate law and creative problem solving provides high quality representation. I would not hesitate to sent clients, family and friends to Erik."
"Erik and his firm have great systems in place to make sure that when you are going through the loss of a loved one and family dynamics flare up, that you don't have to fight with your attorney and your family, Eriks team goes to work for you and keeps you in the loop."
"Eric and his team standout amount the best. I have no hesitation in endorsing his firm."
"Erik and his legal team are amazing at handling difficult probate matters, to include contested ones. I am a lawyer and referred one of my best friends to him (along with several other clients) and would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone."
"As an estate planning and elder law attorney, it is important to me that my clients have the highest level of expertise and care when going through the emotional probate process. Erik and his firm provide that level of expertise and care."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of knowing Erik for years. His personability and skills set him apart in his probate practice. I know that the referrals I send to Erik are in good hands."
"Probate is an interesting area of the law because it combines technical legal complexity with raw human emotion. Clients in this area are frequently going through some of the most disruptive and emotionally difficult changes in their lives, and there is no better guide through the process than Erik Broel and the team he has put together at the Broel Law Group. They understand the legal issues cold while caring deeply about their clients as people, so they do efficient, effective, and compassionate work. I've referred a number of clients to Erik's firm, and will continue to do so. I can give no stronger endorsement than that."
"Erik is an excellent attorney and I trust him with my closest friends' probate needs."
"I endorse Eric Broel. I have sent and would again send clients in the Atlanta area to him for complex probate matters, which he has shown he can handle with great skill."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Broel is highly recommended. His knowledge, experience and overall compassion for his clients are what makes him and his firm a standout."
"Eric background and experience makes him one of the most knowledgeable and capable attorneys in his field. I highly recommend him."
"Erik's firm is my go to for anyone looking for post-death probate help. He is passionate about his practice area and sincere in his firm's purpose."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Erik continually works to improve the delivery of legal services to his clients so they have the most peaceful probate experience possible. I have no hesitations in referring a client of mine to Erik."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible."
"Top knotch lawyer with brilliant legal mind who delivers VIP first class service to his clients. Have no hesitation in giving Erik my highest recommendation!"
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Experience
Honors
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubble
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
2017 Honoree, Law Firm 500
2017
Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine
2016
Legal Leaders: Trust & Estate Law, Corporate Counsel
2016
Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine
2016
2016 Honoree, Law Firm 500
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Legal Leaders: Trust & Estate Law, American Lawyer
2015
Legal Leaders: Trust & Estate Law, Corporate Counsel
2015
Legal Leaders: Trust & Estate Law, American Lawyer
2015
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2013
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2007
Honors in Litigation, Georgia State University College of Law
2007
Finalist in Litigation Oral Argument Competition, Georgia State University College of Law
2005
Magna Cum Laude, Management, Georgia State University
2004
Francis J. Bridges Achievement Award, Georgia State University J. Mack Robinson College of Business
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Attorney, Georgia Probate Law Group
2008 - 2009
Attorney, Briskin, Cross & Sanford, LLC
2005 - 2008
Law Clerk, Briskin, Cross & Sanford, LLC
Associations
2012 - Present
Atlanta Bar Association, Estate Planning and Probate SectionAttorney Member
2012 - Present
Atlanta Bar Association, Real Estate SectionAttorney Member
2012 - Present
Atlanta Bar Association, Litigation SectionAttorney Member
2011 - Present
Atlanta Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2011 - Present
Atlanta Bar Association, Sole Practioner/Small FirmAttorney Member
2008 - Present
Cobb County Bar Association, Elder Law SectionMember
2008 - Present
Cobb County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Cobb County Bar Association, Sole Practitioner/Small Firm SectionMember
2010 - 2011
Cobb County Bar Association, Business Law and Litigation SectionExecutive Committee
2004 - 2006
Georgia Cemetery AssociationExecutive Director
Sample of Legal Cases
Estate of A.E. - Family Member Taking Estate Property
Settlement resulting in deceased's wishes in will being honored, all items returned to estate, and family member taking items not allowed to profit from bad acts.
Creditors Threatening Family Home and Business
Family home and business saved from creditors and kept with the family
Contested Probate/Probate Litigation: Heirs Left Out of an Estate
Obtained evidence proving that client was a child of the deceased and successfully negotiated favorable settlement
Uncontested Estate Administration
We reduced the client's stress and anxiety by taking the entire burden of settling the estate away from her and successfully managed the estate for her
Education
2008
Georgia State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
Georgia State University
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2015
The UnBillable Hour
Law Firm Leadership: Build Your A-Team
2015
Law Firm Leadership & Team Building
Law Firm Leadership
2014
Trust Dale TV
Case Study in Probate Gone Wrong
2013
Park Springs
How to stop probate disputes before they start
2013
Enrichment of Life Movement
Basic Estate Administration
2012
Winkenhofer Pine Ridge Funeral Home
Probate Law Basics for Cemetery and Funeral Home Staff: What you must know to answer basic questions that your families may have
2012
North Atlanta Business Association
Basics of Georgia Probate Law
2012
Georgia Memorial Park Cemetery and Funeral Home
Probate Law for Cemetery Staff: The Basics You Must Know to Help Your Families
2012
Enrichment of Life Movement
Estate Administration in Georgia
2012
Barrett Business Builders
An Overview of Georgia Probate Law
2009
SCI Atlanta Meeting
Probate Law Basics for Funeral Directors and Cemetery Staff
Publications
2016
Self Published
Georgia Probate Handbook
2013
Self Published
What You Must Know About Georgia Probate Law
2012
2012
eBook
How to Open Probate in Georgia
2012
Book
First Steps to Settle an Estate
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
If the estate has been closed and then a hospital bill comes in who is responsible?
09 Apr 2014
Q&A
Doe's my Sister owe rent for living in our Mothers home while settling estate ?She lived with mom 10 yr prior to mom dying
14 Mar 2014
Q&A
HOW DO I DEAL WITH DISALLOWANCE OF MY CLAIM AGAINST MY FIANCE'S ESTATE???
07 Mar 2014