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The McGarity Group, LLC

5.0
2 Reviews

  • 5328 Lanier Islands Parkway, Suite 202, Buford, GA 30518

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • We fight for our clients and their cases in courtrooms & boardrooms across Georgia and beyond.

  • Estate Planning LawyersPersonal Injury, Wrongful Death, and 4 more

Anne Marie Braham
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Powell & Edwards

4.8
5 Reviews

  • Serving Buford, GA and Gwinnett County, Georgia

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Since 1929, Providing Sound Legal Advice & Unmatched Legal Expertise to Georgia Citizens.

  • Estate Planning LawyersGeneral Civil Practice, Federal Practice, and 19 more

Anthony Powell
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Coleman, Chambers & Rogers, LLP

4.5
167 Reviews

  • Serving Buford, GA and Hall County, Georgia

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers3 awards

  • Coleman, Chambers & Rogers, LLP is a full service law firm with our office in Gainesville, Hall County, Georgia. We serve our clients’ needs with extensive experience in... Read More

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Susan Brown
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John Foy & Associates, Accident & Injury Lawyers - Atlanta

4.3
258 Reviews

  • Serving Buford, GA and Gwinnett County, Georgia

  • Law Firm with 43 lawyers3 awards

  • Were you injured due to the negligence of someone else? You may be entitled to monetary compensation. Call us today for a free consultation 404-400-4000.

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Michael Bauer
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The Law Firm of Susan M. Hankins, P.C.

5.0
83 Reviews

  • Serving Buford, GA and Gwinnett County, Georgia

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer4 awards

  • Experienced Business Lawyer serving Gwinnett Co. and Georgia. Flat Rates available for some services. Affordable Legal Services.

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Susan Hankins
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Coleman, Chambers & Rogers, LLP

4.5
167 Reviews

  • Serving Buford, GA and Gwinnett County, Georgia

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers3 awards

  • Coleman, Chambers & Rogers, LLP is a full service law firm with our office in Gainesville, Hall County, Georgia. We serve our clients’ needs with extensive experience in... Read More

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J. Cale Rogers
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King Law Firm, LLC

  • 4482 Commerce Dr., Ste. 109, Buford, GA 30518

Chandler, Britt, Jay, Beck & Zwald, LLC

  • 4350 S. Lee St., Buford, GA 30515-1749

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Tracy Frix Brogdon

  • 515 E. Main Street, Buford, GA 30518

Riley Law Firm, LLC

  • 2550 Hamilton Mill Road, Suite 200, Buford, GA 30519

Emert Thompson LLLP

  • 2675 Mall of Georgia Blvd., Ste. 601, Buford, GA 30519

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Estate planning attorneys help individuals prepare for the management and distribution of their assets after death or incapacitation. They create legal documents such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. Their work ensures a client’s wishes are honored, minimizes potential taxes, and simplifies the process for their loved ones.

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Commonly Asked Estate Planning Questions From Users Near You

This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

What are my rights in my grandfather's will if my uncle decides to sell the house?

Dara J. Goldsmith
Answered by attorney Dara J. Goldsmith
Estate Planning lawyer at Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.
First it is important to determine how the property was titled at the time of your grandfather's death. If it was in joint tenancy with your uncle, or your uncle was a Pay on Death beneficiary it would pass to him by operation of law regardless of what the Will says. If the asset was only in your grandfather's name then it would be necessary to go through probate. If it is/went through probate you should receive notice of the petitions, etc. You should probably review the title information available on line for the county where the property is located and determine the ownership status and history. You may want to seek legal counsel to address the specifics of your situation.
First it is important to determine how the property was titled at the time of your grandfather's death. If it was in joint tenancy with your uncle, or your uncle was a Pay on Death beneficiary it would pass to him by operation of law regardless of what the Will says. If the asset was only in your grandfather's name then it would be necessary to go through probate. If it is/went through probate you should receive notice of the petitions, etc. You should probably review the title information available on line for the county where the property is located and determine the ownership status and history. You may want to seek legal counsel to address the specifics of your situation.
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How much SS will I get as x spouse?

Loraine M. DiSalvo
Answered by attorney Loraine M. DiSalvo
Estate Planning lawyer at Morgan & DiSalvo, P.C.
The "spouse benefit" referred to by the quoted language is one-half of your former spouse's benefit, not his actual benefit amount. "Spouse benefit" means the benefit payable to a person's spouse (or former spouse, in this case). If your individual benefit under your record is higher than the spouse benefit payable under your former spouse's record, which is one-half his benefit, then you would only receive your individual benefit. So it sounds like you are getting the maximum amount you are entitled to.
The "spouse benefit" referred to by the quoted language is one-half of your former spouse's benefit, not his actual benefit amount. "Spouse benefit" means the benefit payable to a person's spouse (or former spouse, in this case). If your individual benefit under your record is higher than the spouse benefit payable under your former spouse's record, which is one-half his benefit, then you would only receive your individual benefit. So it sounds like you are getting the maximum amount you are entitled to.
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What are my rights to a property if there is no formal document from my grandfathers will?

Brian Chew
Answered by attorney Brian Chew
Estate Planning lawyer at OC Wills and Trust Attorneys
Unfortunately without a living trust owning the properties owned by your grandfather, your Mother will not be able to sell or distribute the properties until she is officially appointed as the executor by a probate court. It is too late for a trust to be created. She should probably consult with an attorney to have the probate opened. Once she is appointed executor she can sell the properties but if there are other owners she may would have to go to to court again in order to force the sale.
Unfortunately without a living trust owning the properties owned by your grandfather, your Mother will not be able to sell or distribute the properties until she is officially appointed as the executor by a probate court. It is too late for a trust to be created. She should probably consult with an attorney to have the probate opened. Once she is appointed executor she can sell the properties but if there are other owners she may would have to go to to court again in order to force the sale.
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