Northeast Georgia Probate And Estate Law Attorneys
Probate and estate law in Georgia are the sets of laws that dictate what happens with assets and debts after a person dies. The probate court guides people through these challenges, but it is far from simple or direct. Entering probate without the help of an attorney can put you in a bad spot.
At Hotard & Hise, our lawyers have more than 50 years of combined experience with probate problems facing our clients across northeast Georgia. We understand how stressful and confusing probate can be for you. We think of each client as a neighbor with hard problems, and we’re here to give you the information necessary to make the right moves for yourself.
What To Know About Probate In Georgia
Under Georgia law, there are two paths for what will happen to a person’s estate after they pass away, and that depends on whether or not they had a will. In either scenario, the executor’s responsibilities to the estate are extensive:
- Filing the will and petition
- Inventorying assets
- Paying debts/taxes
- Distributing assets
If the estate has a will, then often the executor is appointed in the document, if there is no will, then the probate court will unilaterally appoint an individual to take this role.
What We Do For Our Clients
We advise executors and family members with probate problems on the full array of options and concerns they have. This can include helping an executor and the heirs of the estate choose between the solemn or common form of probate, which can vastly change the filing period for will contests a probate litigation. We can help settle creditors issues and real estate closings required to settle the estate.
With our attorneys’ extensive experience in litigation, we can help our clients find resolutions for any problem that comes up.
Ready To Get To Work
It is normal and natural to feel intimidated and frustrated in probate. Our work is about putting you at ease as we problem solve and pursue the best options for you. But we are on your side, never forget that. Call our firm today at 706-925-0797 or send an email using this form.