When there is no will and only 4 heirs, do you always have to go through probate?

If the assets in question are titled assets such as real estate, then probate or estate administration is necessary to legally transfer title to...

My brother died without a will

In Georgia when an individual passes away without a Will, his assets are used to pay estate expenses and then are distributed among his heirs at...

My husband died with out a will

If there are assets that are titled in your husband's name and which need to be administered in the Probate Court, there are several options for...

Social Security and medicaid

As the Medicaid rules are very state specific, I recommend your mother seek the advice of a Certified Elder Law Attorney in Washington.

Collecting a lawsuit affect ssi?

When an individual who is receiving SSI benefits receives a settlement or inheritance, the funds are considered income in the month received, and...

Will a settlement payout of $20k affect SSI long term?

Under the SSI rules, if an individual who is receiving SSI benefits makes a gift of some of his assets, then SSI will penalize him by causing him...

My grandfather died 7 years ago, will was not propated. My grandmother has now passed away. What should be the next step?

I recommend you contact a Georgia probate attorney to determine what, if anything, needs to be done. If there is real estate that was owned by...

Can a convicted felon be granted power of attorney

If your father is competent to select an agent and sign a Power of Attorney document, he can name whoever he wishes. Is he is aware of your status...

The Trust can remain open as long as necessary in order for the Trustee to reasonably carry out his fiduciary duties. It is always a good idea for...

If I pay estate debts out-of-pocket am I establishing a priority claim against the estate?

The priority for estate debts under Georgia law (OCGA § 53-7-40) is as follows: Unless otherwise provided by law, all property of the estate, both...