On behalf of Emert Law Firm, LLC | Jun 18, 2020 | Trusts, Wills
When planning your future, you should think about your family and business and what happens if you are unable to make decisions. Careful estate planning can help assure that these needs are met. An estate plan can assure that there are trusted agents to oversee and...
On behalf of Emert Law Firm, LLC | Jun 5, 2020 | Wills
It is not only important to have a will but it is also important that the will is valid and will accomplish the estate planner’s wishes after they are gone. As a result, it is helpful for estate planners to know what makes a valid will. What makes a will valid can...
On behalf of Emert Law Firm, LLC | May 6, 2020 | Firm News, Trusts, Wills
Many Duluth area residents have taken the time to create their estate plan. They understand that having this in place can alleviate stress and offer peace of mind. Since these documents are so important, storing them safely is critical. Those who have created an...
On behalf of Emert Law Firm, LLC | Mar 17, 2020 | Wills
If anything were to happen to you, you’d want your child to be in the best care possible. While this scenario is never fun to think about, it’s important to plan for – just in case. But choosing the best guardian for your child is not an easy task. There are many...
On behalf of Emert Law Firm, LLC | Mar 10, 2020 | Wills
We all live with the daily knowledge that nothing in life is set in stone. It’s not a fun task to think about the contingencies that need consideration in the event of your death. For those without an estate plan in place, it is their families who often bear the...
On behalf of Emert Law Firm, LLC | Dec 23, 2019 | Wills
Many people in Georgia have had the experience of being left out of a close family member’s will. Though the situation can be unpleasant both emotionally and financially, there is usually not anything that can be done about. However, there are rare cases where a...
On behalf of Emert Law Firm, LLC | Oct 24, 2019 | Wills
Estate planning can raise tensions for families in Georgia, especially when blended families with stepparents and stepchildren are involved. Remarriage is perhaps more common than ever before, and people planning for the future may want to consider how they can best...
On behalf of Emert Law Firm, LLC | Sep 26, 2019 | Wills
Couples without children in Georgia and other states do not have the same concerns as couples with children when it comes to estate planning, but they still must plan ahead. They likely want their assets to go to charities or educational or religious institutions upon...
On behalf of Emert Law Firm, LLC | Aug 29, 2019 | Wills
Georgia residents who wish to have more control over how their estates will be administered may choose to use trusts. Placing assets into trusts allows estates to avoid the probate process, but these benefits are only available if trusts are properly funded. When the...
On behalf of Emert Law Firm, LLC | Jul 31, 2019 | Wills
There are many benefits to creating a will. For instance, a prepared estate owner in Georgia can avoid state intestacy laws that govern how property is distributed. A will also allows the creator to name a caregiver for a minor child or decide who gets to care for a...
