FAQ.

Conner Law Group assists clients with estate planning, probate and estate administration, probate litigation, special needs planning, guardianship-related matters, and tax planning and controversy. Many matters involve more than one area, such as probate with tax considerations, estate planning for a loved one with special needs, or fiduciary issues during estate administration.

Estate planning is for planning ahead during life, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance directives, and related planning documents.

Probate and estate administration usually applies after someone has passed away and help is needed with court filings, executor or administrator duties, asset transfers, debts, taxes, and distributions.

Probate litigation may be needed when there is a dispute, such as a will contest, concerns about an executor or administrator, beneficiary conflict, undue influence, or questions about how estate assets are being handled.

The consultation is an opportunity to discuss your situation, identify the legal issues involved, and outline potential next steps. Before the consultation, you may be asked to provide basic information or upload relevant documents so the meeting can be more productive.

After the consultation, Conner Law Group can discuss the proposed scope of representation, anticipated next steps, and applicable fees.

The helpful documents depend on the type of matter. For estate planning, useful information may include family details, asset information, beneficiary designations, existing estate planning documents, and any specific concerns about children, beneficiaries, taxes, or incapacity.

For probate matters, helpful documents may include the death certificate, will or trust documents, probate court paperwork, asset information, creditor information, and names and contact information for heirs or beneficiaries.

For tax-related matters, helpful documents may include IRS or state notices, prior correspondence, relevant tax returns, account transcripts, and deadline information.

Yes, in many situations. Conner Law Group assists out-of-state clients who need help with Georgia estate planning, Georgia probate matters, Georgia property issues, or probate proceedings involving a Georgia court. Many consultations can be handled by phone or Zoom, depending on the matter.

Conner Law Group assists clients throughout Georgia, including Cumming, Forsyth County, Fulton County, DeKalb County, Ellijay, the North Metro Atlanta area, and other Georgia communities. Some matters may be handled remotely, while others may require court-specific or county-specific guidance.

Fees depend on the type and scope of the matter. Some estate planning matters may be handled on a flat-fee basis, while probate, litigation, guardianship, and tax controversy matters may require an hourly engagement and retainer. After learning more about your situation, Conner Law Group can explain the anticipated scope, fee structure, and next steps.

The timeline depends on the type of matter, the complexity of the issues, court requirements, family dynamics, document availability, and whether disputes are involved. Estate planning matters are often more predictable than probate or litigation matters. Probate and contested matters can vary significantly depending on the court, required notices, creditor issues, tax concerns, and whether all interested parties cooperate.

Yes. Estate planning, probate, fiduciary responsibilities, special needs planning, guardianship issues, and tax considerations often overlap. Conner Law Group helps clients evaluate these connected issues so that planning, administration, and dispute-resolution decisions are handled with the broader picture in mind.

The first step is to schedule a consultation. During that meeting, Conner Law Group will learn more about your goals or legal issue, answer initial questions, and help determine the appropriate path forward.