Do I need a Prenup: Have you considered a Trust, instead?
Do I need a Prenup: Have you considered a Trust, instead? You may be able to achieve the goals of a Prenup without dealing with the headaches of a...
What types of Trusts can be created in Georgia?
What types of Trusts can be created in Georgia? Trusts are becoming more and more popular these days in Georgia. For some, it’s because they’ve lost a loved one and...
Does everyone need estate planning?
Does everyone need estate planning? Estate planning is often misunderstood as something only the wealthiest of families should have. But, everyone can benefit from an estate plan. Why? Well, everyone...
Estate Planning during a Pandemic
Estate Planning during a Pandemic Now, more than ever, is the time to get your estate plan into place. The Covid-19/Coronavirus has become a pandemic and as the cases continue...
Estate Planning and Coronavirus
Coronavirus: Estate Planning in Georgia The novel coronavirus, Covid-19, has come to Georgia and, as of this writing, over 600 people in Georgia have become infected by the virus. ...
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. ...
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...
John P. Farrell chosen as Up-and-Coming Estate Planner
PeopleMaven, the world’s largest people search engine, recently made a list of up-and-coming estate planners consisting of experienced attorneys, advisors, and authors as nominated by their peers and community. They...
Marietta Estate Planning Attorney Beginner’s Guide
Estate Planning can seem like a daunting task and many people I run into tell me they don’t know where to begin. Interestingly, like many things in life, getting started...
5 Celebrities with Amazing Estate Planning Mistakes and 2 that Got it Right
Many people make estate planning mistakes and celebrities are no exception. Take Aretha Franklin, for example, who recently passed away without having a Last Will and Testament. Often times, these...