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  • Mar 5, 2019
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Understanding Property Boundary Line Laws

Most neighbors get along well but sometimes disputes arise over boundary lines when plants are planted, or a fence is built along a boundary
  • Feb 5, 2019
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Responsibilities of a Guardian or Conservator

In and earlier blog, we discussed that sometimes it is deem necessary for a person to have legal protection after they have entered adulthood
  • Jan 6, 2019
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Mediation Used to Ease Pain of Divorce

Divorce is a painful and difficult decision for any couple. But the legal process can escalate an already tense situation into a full-scale court
  • Dec 17, 2018
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What Happens to Your Digital Assets after You Pass Away

Annually we spend billions of dollars on items we never touch. Whether it is music, e-books or movies, these digital files only exist on
Annually we spend billions of dollars on items we never touch. Whether it is music, e-books or movies, these digital files only exist on our smart phones, tablets and computers. Many of us have quite a collection of our favorite songs, books and movies.
  • Nov 20, 2018
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Advantages of having a Will when it comes to probate

A Will must be probated. Once a Will has been probated, it is given the force of law. Contrary to common belief, all estates
  • Oct 1, 2018
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Why You Need a Will

Having a Will is arguably one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your family.
Having a Will is arguably one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your family.
  • Mar 9, 2022 | News

How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Case in Georgia?

After suffering an accident, clients often feel stressed, overwhelmed, and unsure what to do next. However, it is essential to know your rights so that you do not lose your chance to hold the negligent party responsible for what they did to you. In Georgia, in most…

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  • Mar 9, 2022 | News

Bill Would Remove Vital Protections During Home Closings

By Scotty Ball Under the guise of efficiency and cost savings, some lawmakers in Georgia are pushing to let out-of-state notaries conduct real estate closings online. It is a terrible idea that would destroy critical protections for Georgia homebuyers…

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  • Mar 9, 2022 | News

Anna Adams Orkins Named to 2022 “Georgia Super Lawyers” List

Super Lawyers has named Stewart, Melvin & Frost partner Anna Adams Orkins as a 2022 Georgia Rising Star. It is the second straight year that Orkins has been named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers. After years of practicing law in the areas of wills, trusts…

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  • Mar 9, 2022 | News

How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Case in Georgia?

After suffering an accident, clients often feel stressed, overwhelmed, and unsure what to do next. However, it is essential to know your rights so that you do not lose your chance to hold the negligent party responsible for what they did to you. In Georgia, in most…

  • Read More
  • Mar 9, 2022 | News

Bill Would Remove Vital Protections During Home Closings

By Scotty Ball Under the guise of efficiency and cost savings, some lawmakers in Georgia are pushing to let out-of-state notaries conduct real estate closings online. It is a terrible idea that would destroy critical protections for Georgia homebuyers…

  • Read More
  • Mar 9, 2022 | News

Anna Adams Orkins Named to 2022 “Georgia Super Lawyers” List

Super Lawyers has named Stewart, Melvin & Frost partner Anna Adams Orkins as a 2022 Georgia Rising Star. It is the second straight year that Orkins has been named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers. After years of practicing law in the areas of wills, trusts…

  • Read More