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Our blog covers Georgia divorce and custody updates, mediation insights, and practical guidance for families in Alpharetta, Milton, Roswell, Cumming, and across metro Atlanta. We focus on real questions clients bring into consultations and explain what changes in the law may mean for your case.

Portability After a Spouse Dies: Why IRS Form 706 Can Matter Even When No Tax Is Due

Portability After a Spouse Dies: Why IRS Form 706 Can Matter Even When No Tax Is Due

Published October 8, 2026 Portability After a Spouse Dies: Why IRS Form 706 Can Matter Even When No Tax Is Due When a spouse passes away, tax planning is often the last thing on a surviving spouse...
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When Real Estate Is Left Out of a California Trust: What Is a Heggstad Petition?

When Real Estate Is Left Out of a California Trust: What Is a Heggstad Petition?

Published September 18, 2026 When Real Estate Is Left Out of a California Trust: What Is a Heggstad Petition? When a property owner creates a living trust, the goal is usually straightforward: keep...
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You Were Named Successor Trustee. What Happens Next?

You Were Named Successor Trustee. What Happens Next?

Published September 4, 2026 You Were Named Successor Trustee. What Happens Next?  Being named as a successor trustee is both an honor and a significant responsibility. For many people, this role...
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Probate in California: What Families Should Expect

Probate in California: What Families Should Expect

Published August 12, 2026 Probate in California: What Families Should Expect Probate is one of the most commonly misunderstood parts of estate planning. Many families hear the word and immediately...
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Estate Planning in California: What Every Family Should Know

Estate Planning in California: What Every Family Should Know

Estate planning is not only about deciding what happens after you die. A thoughtful plan also prepares your family for illness, incapacity, changing financial circumstances, and the practical...
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