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I Trust You: What Can the Attorney Say or Not Say After A Client Passes When There is a Trust

I Trust You: What Can the Attorney Say or Not Say After A Client Passes When There is a Trust

by Amy Refeca | Oct 7, 2026 | Administration, Estate, Estate Planning, Living Will, Revocable Living Trust, Trusts

I help clients create trusts EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. I have an attorney-client relationship with the client(s). I don’t have one with the people they name in their trusts who are going to get property or money after they pass away.  Those people are called...
Probate Fees Take Away From What You Leave Behind

Probate Fees Take Away From What You Leave Behind

by Amy Refeca | Oct 7, 2025 | Administration, Estate, How We Help Women, Last Will & Testament, Probate, Revocable Living Trust, Trusts

Court and legal costs reduce what goes to your children’s future! Probate isn’t just slow—it’s costly. Court filing fees, executor fees, and attorney fees can add up quickly in Georgia. These expenses come out of your estate, meaning less money for your...
Does A Will Avoid Probate In Georgia

Does A Will Avoid Probate In Georgia

by Amy Refeca | Jul 6, 2025 | Administration, Estate Planning, How We Help Women, Last Will & Testament, Living Trusts, Probate, Revocable Living Trust

If you’re like many people, you might think that having a Last Will and Testament means your loved ones can skip probate when you pass away. A common misconception—especially here in Georgia.  This is actually a common misconception we speak with people about in...
How Much Does It Cost To Go Through Probate In Georgia?

How Much Does It Cost To Go Through Probate In Georgia?

by Amy Refeca | Jun 1, 2025 | Administration, Estate, Estate Planning, How We Help Women, Last Will & Testament, Probate, Revocable Living Trust, Trusts

Does it cost money to go through probate in Georgia? Yes.  It will cost money to go through probate in Georgia. How much? It depends. The cost of going through probate in Georgia can vary widely depending on several factors, such as the complexity of the estate, the...
Will Are Public In Georgia Probate

Will Are Public In Georgia Probate

by Amy Refeca | May 16, 2025 | Administration, Estate, Estate Planning, Last Will & Testament, Living Trusts, Probate, Revocable Living Trust, Trusts

In Georgia, wills are considered public documents once they are filed with the probate court. Here’s how the process works: Filing the Will with the Probate Court When a person passes away and their estate goes through the probate process, the will is submitted...
Homestead Exemption and Trusts: Why You Need To Double Check If You Reapplied!!

Homestead Exemption and Trusts: Why You Need To Double Check If You Reapplied!!

by Amy Refeca | Dec 9, 2024 | Administration, Estate, Estate Planning, Funding, Living Trusts, Probate, Revocable Living Trust, Trust Funding, Trusts

Your Homestead Exemption After a Trust Transfer to Protect Your Estate: Don’t Forget to Refile! Life gets busy, and important tasks can sometimes slip through the cracks. If you’ve recently transferred your home into a Revocable Living Trust as part of...
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I Trust You: What Can the Attorney Say or Not Say After A Client Passes When There is a Trust

I Trust You: What Can the Attorney Say or Not Say After A Client Passes When There is a Trust

Oct 7, 2026

If you are a beneficiary of a trust in Georgia, you may wonder whether the attorney who prepared the trust must give you a copy after the client dies. Generally, the attorney’s duties are different from the trustee’s duties. Understanding who represents whom—and who must provide information—can help prevent confusion during trust administration.

Myth #2: “I’m Too Young to Worry About Estate Planning.”

Myth #2: “I’m Too Young to Worry About Estate Planning.”

Aug 10, 2026

One of the most common things I hear from women in their twenties, thirties, and even forties is, "Estate planning is something I'll do later." Later, when the kids are older. Later, when I have more money. Later, when I retire. Later, when life slows down. The...

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