As Georgia residents prepare their estates and put into place a plan for after they die, many opt to put some assets in a trust. There are two types of trusts. A revocable trust is on that can be altered any time after it is set up. An irrevocable trust cannot be...
Year: 2019
What to do during a property line dispute
If your neighbor initiates a property line dispute, you may not know how to protect your rights or prove ownership of the land. It is important to learn what to do in these situations to keep the land you believe belongs to you. Take these steps to settle a border...
Who gets the horses in a divorce in Georgia?
Going through a divorce can be difficult enough without the fear of potentially losing your beloved horses to your soon-to-be ex-spouse. Horses are property in the eyes of Georgia law. This means they could be subject to the state’s equitable distribution laws during...
How to successfully co-parent after a divorce
A divorce is an emotionally fraught time for most people, but it is particularly difficult when you and your soon-to-be ex share children. It can be difficult to decide what is best for your children when you no longer see eye to eye. However, divorce is tough enough...
How do guardianships and conservatorships differ?
During the estate planning process, you may encounter information about guardianships and conservatorships. Although the two terms sometimes seem to be used interchangeably, they actually refer to two different situations. Understanding the difference between...
Issues around grey divorce
Divorce can happen to anyone at any point in life, though recent statistics reveal certain trends. One study says that during the 1990s 10 percent of divorced people were over the age of 50. Newer research says that 25 percent of people going though a divorce are in...
Noncompete agreement: Former pro-soccer team owner sues employee
Owning and running a business in Georgia takes dedication. The varied responsibilities and demands of business operation require not only someone who has a wide skill set, but they generally need other people who can take on part of the work. Most employers hope that...
Charitable giving can be beneficial part of estate planning
There are a myriad of options for creating a comprehensive estate plan. Many people have the desire to gift part or all of their estate to a charity when they pass away. It is a selfless choice and can make a huge impact to the organization that receives it. Many...
What will happen to my horses after I die?
After your family and friends, your horses are what you care about the most. The gentle, beautiful creatures that you own mean the world to you, and you want them to have the best lives possible. However, the future is unpredictable. No one expects that one day they...
Potential breach of contract in sale of horse to slaughterhouse
Animal owners generally want whatever is best for their faithful companions. Sometimes that might even mean giving an animal away to an organization or person that can better care for the animal. Unfortunately for one Georgia woman, her story of giving her beloved...