Category: Probate Court
Video: Why Might You Want To Avoid Probate?
As you begin the estate planning process, you might hear or read that it’s a good idea to “avoid probate.” But what does that mean?
Video: What Doesn’t Go Through Probate?
What doesn’t go through probate? As estate planning and probate attorney Sarah Siedentopf explains in our latest video, the two main categories are 1) property
Video: Should Your Child Be Your Joint Bank Account Owner?
While it might seem convenient to add your child to your bank account, is it a good idea to have them as a joint bank
Video: Should I Put My Home Into a Trust?
You may be wondering, “Should I put my house into a trust?” In our latest video, estate planning and probate attorney Sarah Siedentopf talks about
Video: Dealing With Uncooperative Family Members?
Are you ready to begin probate, but there’s an uncooperative family member who is delaying the process? In Siedentopf Law’s latest video, we explain what
Preparing for Your First Probate Meeting
Fulfilling a loved one’s estate planning requests can be confusing and difficult. The probate process involves navigating the court system, understanding Georgia’s legal requirements, and
Does a will help you avoid probate?
One of the questions we commonly hear at Siedentopf Law is “If I have a will, does that mean I can avoid the probate process?”
What Happens If You Don’t File The Will For Probate?
Georgia Requires Wills to be Filed with the Probate Court Georgia requires wills to be filed with the probate court. This is especially important if
Do Irrevocable Trusts Avoid Probate? | Dangers of Irrevocable Trusts
One of the questions we commonly hear at Siedentopf Law relates to trusts and probate. Our clients want to know “if I create an irrevocable
Will Contests: Who Can Challenge A Will?
Who can challenge the validity of a will? Under Georgia law, this includes any interested parties who can show the probate court that they might
Video: Do I Need A Trust? (Part One – Privacy)
In Siedentopf Law’s newest video series, estate planning and probate attorney Sarah Siedentopf answers the question, “Do I need a trust?” Part One focuses on
Estate Planning: Understanding Key Terms and Concepts, Part One
Having an estate plan means making provisions for your friends, loved ones, and yourself, should you become disabled or upon your death. It is an
