The Rule Against Perpetuities is a long standing legal rule designed to prevent property and assets from being tied up in trusts or ownership arrangements forever. In simple terms, it limits how long a person can control what happens to their property after they die.

Traditionally, the rule states that an interest in property must vest, if at all, within 21 years af...

Updating your will is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure your wishes are honored as your values, options, and the world around you continue to change. As society evolves, so do the choices available for how we live, plan, and even how we are laid to rest. Many people created their wills years ago when fewer options existed. At the time, those documents ref...

Planning for incapacity is an important part of a well designed estate plan. It ensures that if you become unable to manage your personal, financial, or medical affairs, the individuals you trust can step in and act on your behalf without delay or court intervention. In Georgia, there are several legal tools available to help you prepare for this possibility and protect both ...

You might not realize it, but a trust does not have to stay the same forever. As life changes, your plans may need to change too. Families grow, laws evolve, and financial goals shift over time. That is where trust decanting can be helpful. Decanting a trust simply means moving the assets from an existing trust into a new trust with updated terms that better reflect your curr...