Probate

What is a will? Learn what it does, what happens without one in Georgia, how it works with probate, and who needs one.

What is a living trust? Learn how it works, how it avoids probate, how it differs from a will, and whether it fits your Georgia estate plan.

What is power of attorney? Learn the main types, how a durable POA works, how it differs from an executor, and why it matters for Georgia families.

What is an executor of an estate? Learn what the role involves, an executor’s duties, how one is appointed in Georgia, and what to consider before accepting.

What assets are exempt from probate in Georgia? Learn which assets pass outside probate, how they transfer, and how Georgia families can plan to avoid it.

What happens if you die without a will in Georgia? Learn how intestate succession divides your estate, who inherits, the court process, and how to avoid it.

Selling a probate house in Georgia follows a clear order: appointment, authority, appraisal, listing, and closing. Here’s each step in everyday language.

Most uncontested Georgia estates take 8 to 18 months. Here’s what drives the timeline, why the creditor period matters, and what makes probate slower.

Probate is the court-supervised process of settling someone’s estate. Here’s how it works in Georgia, what happens without a will, and which assets are affected.