Probate Attorneys
Georgia Estate Administration Lawyers
Probate matters can be emotionally trying and difficult to negotiate, with family members pitted against each other after the trauma of a recent death. Even if the estate is small, families usually do not want to deal with all the legal procedures required to distribute an estate. They would rather these steps be taken care of by a knowledgeable attorney so they can focus on the grieving process. These issues require thorough knowledge of Georgia probate law and a lawyer with a sophisticated and delicate touch.
At Hall, Bloch, Garland & Meyer, LLP, we bring over 100 years of legal experience to probate administration and probate litigation. We provide attentive service to clients in settling estates and contested probate issues. Contact our Macon law firm today to consult with a skilled probate lawyer.
Professional Probate Administration Legal Counsel
The firm also can assist executors of an estate in carrying out probate and estate administration duties, such as necessary notifications, payment of debts and estate taxes, inventory and distribution of assets. The firm works to administer the estate diligently so that the estate can be closed and the family can move forward.
Facilitating Efficient and Effective Estate Settlements
Whenever feasible, we attempt to direct probate disputes into mediation, where a quick and fair resolution can usually be achieved with the least amount of hostility. But when family heirlooms are involved, or the wishes of the deceased are ambiguous, courtroom probate litigation may be required. We have extensive experience in both trials and mediation, and a record of obtaining resolutions to probate disputes with a minimum of rancor between the parties.
Our probate litigation attorneys have handled all types of probate litigation for clients throughout Georgia. We have successfully represented clients in will contests, trust contests, competency issues, undue influence and breach of fiduciary duty matters. We can also challenge (or defend) expenses claimed by an executor or trust administrator.
If you object to the trust accounting by a family member, wish to contest a will in probate court, or require representation in probate litigation, our firm offers extensive experience and knowledge. Our firm also has considerable experience pursuing and defending cases involving financial abuse of the elderly, which often do not arise until the family becomes aware of the abuse at the reading of the will.
Many probate attorneys will often refer their clients to another attorney if a probate matter does proceed to litigation. However, at our firm, we are experienced in probate litigation so we can help you with every step of probate including any aspects that require judicial intervention.
Whether you need help with a simple will, or a complex estate plan, probate help, or have a probate litigation matter, contact our Georgia probate attorney today.
More about our probate litigation attorneys:
J. Patrick Meyer, Jr.
Benjamin M. Garland
J. Steven Stewart
Amanda R. Smith