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...
Estate Planning Beacon
More and more these days, people are turning to mobile phones over their desktop computers to learn about a business, get directions, read reviews, scan a map, and...
Now licensed to practice law in Texas !
As many of you know, John is licensed to practice law in Georgia and Tennessee. Over the years, he has had a number of clients from Texas who had mineral,...
7 Tips When Deciding Who To Work With on your Estate Plan
You have a lot of options on who to work with on your estate planning. Whether you want to create a Last Will and Testament, something a little more sophisticated...
Estate Planning for Military Families
Estate Planning for Military Families With the Fourth of July right around the corner, it is important to honor those that have served our country. This time is also a...
How Does My Annuity Fit Into My Estate Plan?
How Does My Annuity Fit Into My Estate Plan? Selecting the right type of annuity for yourself is no small feat. Of course, you’ve put in the research...