How to write a Will in Georgia
Writing a Will isn’t a difficult thing to do, but it’s not easy. I’ve written before about why you shouldn’t use Legalzoom and other online services to draft your Will...
Pet Trusts 101: All the basics you need to know
I was speaking with a woman recently in my Marietta law office and she was concerned what would happen to her children if something unexpected were to happen to her. ...
What is Probate and the Probate Process?
What is Probate and the Probate Process? “’Tis impossible to be sure of anything but Death and Taxes” – Christopher Bullock (1716) Perhaps truer words have never been spoken. I’m...
John P. Farrell featured on CEO Blog Nation
As many of you know, I’m an avid reader. Recently, I had an opportunity to discuss my favorite business books with CEO Blog Nation. CEO Blog Nation is a community...
Top 3 reasons you should never use LegalZoom or buy legal forms online in 2023
From time to time, a family will visit me in my Marietta office and ask why they should choose me over an online Will drafting company like LegalZoom or Rocket...
John P. Farrell featured in Business Unplugged
Some of you may know Carol Roth for her frequent appearances on such programs as Fox Business, CNN, Fox News and MSNBC. Others may know her from her bestselling book,...
Are Handwritten Wills Valid in Georgia?
Are Handwritten Wills Valid in Georgia? Handwritten Wills are valid in Georgia but I find that many people confuse handwritten wills with holographic wills. Typically, Wills are typed, but it’s...
Learn about hiring an estate planning attorney in 2023
Learn about hiring an estate planning attorney in 2023 You can’t browse the internet or watch television without seeing an advertisement for “Draft your own Will online” and Do-It-Yourself Will-writing...
12 Step Guide to Marietta Estate Planning in 2022
Do you have an estate plan lined up for your family’s future? If not, you certainly aren’t alone. As many as 50% of all Marietta residents have yet to prepare...
Top 10 Most Common Types of Trusts in Georgia in 2023
Thinking about setting up a trust in Georgia? Are trusts really necessary? Isn’t a Last Will and Testament enough for simple estate planning? Ultimately, the tools you choose to create...