As a Georgia estate planning attorney, I see firsthand the importance of having a will in place. It's a document that grants you peace of mind, knowing your wishes for your assets will be carried out after you're gone. That's why a recent survey finding that only 32% of Americans have a will is truly concerning.

When there is a clear need for guardianship, and it is justified due to a person’s health or abilities, these tools are critically important. While there are abuses of the system in some areas, there are many ways that these legal tools protect a person’s long-term quality of life.

Your teen's 18th birthday might bring mixed emotions—you may feel a touch of sadness witnessing their growth while also swelling with pride over their achievements. It marks their official transition into adulthood. If you haven't already, it's crucial to protect your teen by ensuring they understand the essential legal documents they need to protect themself, as well as how to manage them effectively.

Unfortunately, when someone passes away without an estate plan, this leaves their loved ones confused and can sometimes lead to fighting with the state and each other. Speaking to a Georgia estate planning attorney is ideal to avoid these outcomes.

National Estate Planning Week. Running from October 17th to October 23rd, this dedicated week is the perfect time for individuals to take stock of their assets, evaluate their financial goals, and put a comprehensive estate plan into motion.

An experienced estate planning attorney can help you avoid mistakes and help you manage your estate. Avoiding common mistakes can make things much easier on your loved ones after you die as they work towards meeting your final wishes and dividing your assets.

Although it’s a difficult conversation, privacy and fully understanding someone’s wishes are essential among close family members. It is essential to have an uncomfortable conversation about estate planning sooner rather than later so everyone in the family is on the same page.

This presentation will walk you through everything you need to know about estate planning and homegoing services. It is essential to understand that both of these topics should not be something you are afraid to consider.

National Healthcare Decision Day is vital to raise awareness about preparing for the future and making the right healthcare decisions for ourselves and our families. Our Georgia estate planning attorneys understand the importance of making good healthcare decisions, and we are here to help you prepare and guide you in the right direction.

Did you know that there are certain assets that you should not include in your trust? An estate planning attorney from Smith Taire Legal can ensure that you avoid putting the wrong assets in your trust when creating your estate plan.

Estate planning mistakes can be quite costly, leading to court battles well after you are gone for surviving family members. Protect your assets and avoid making these celebrity estate planning mistakes.

Lisa Marie Presley died recently, and her mother, Priscilla Presley, is challenging the terms and validity of her trust. Lisa's wishes were for her trust to go to her children. One key aspect of this planning is creating a valid will or trust to distribute your assets.

It is not enough to create an estate plan and forget about it. Regular check-ups are necessary to ensure that your plan aligns with your current wishes and financial situation. One of the essential parts of estate planning is gift planning.

Creating an estate plan does not have anything to do with a person’s current health and wellness; rather, it is a way to ensure that your wishes are carried out in the future.

Our 2022 estate planning year-end checklist has 7 key considerations for an annual review of your estate plan.

The fact that Kandi and her husband have disagreed about how to divide their assets is a common issue black families, and all families with assets and multiple children face. Such disagreements are compounded when the family is blended, like Kandi and Todd's. The frank conversation the couple had on national television sheds light on an issue that has affected the black community for years.

When your child turns 18 you and your spouse can no longer make healthcare and financial decisions for your adult child, you want to make sure they have the proper legal documents in place to protect them.

Whether you already have a will in place, or need to start from scratch, now is a great time to meet with an experienced Georgia estate planning attorney from SmithTaire Legal and review our estate planning checklist.

August is National Make a Will Month, an important reminder to update or make your will so that you don’t accidentally leave your loved ones unprotected.

Imagine if you are in an accident and never got around to updating your will - your ex-spouse could still be the beneficiary of your assets and estate.