Estate / Will Planning

Estate / Will Planning

Estate planning is the process of arranging for the management and disposal of a person’s estate during their lifetime and after death. Our firm assists clients in creating comprehensive estate plans tailored to their unique needs and circumstances. This may involve drafting wills, establishing trusts, designating beneficiaries, minimizing estate taxes, and planning for incapacity through the creation of powers of attorney and advance directives. We work closely with clients to ensure that their assets are protected and their wishes are carried out according to their specifications.

Did You Know?

Georgia:

  1. Georgia is home to the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation, which works to preserve and protect the state’s historic properties and landmarks.
  2. Georgia law allows for the creation of living trusts, offering individuals a flexible estate planning tool to avoid probate and streamline asset distribution.
  3. The Georgia Probate Courts oversee the administration of estates and ensure that assets are distributed according to wills and state laws.

Tennessee:

  1. Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the United States, attracting millions of visitors each year.
  2. The Tennessee Uniform Trust Code provides guidelines for the creation, administration, and termination of trusts in the state, offering clarity and flexibility for estate planning.
  3. In Tennessee, the Chancery Court oversees the probate process and resolves disputes related to the administration of estates and trusts.
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