In Georgia, probate means the proving of a Last Will and Testament by a court of law.  When a person who has made a Will (a.k.a. testator) dies as a resident of a county in Georgia, his Will must be presented to the court and proved to be valid.  Once a Will is “admitted to probate,” or proved, the probate process is completed.  The next steps are the appointment of the executor nominated in the Will and then administration of the estate of the testator according to the terms of the Will.  The term probate no longer has any practical relevance once the Will is proved. A probate court in Georgia handles a variety of matters in addition to the probate of Wills.  It oversees the administration of both testate and intestate estates, the appointment and removal of personal representatives of estates (a.k.a. executors and administrators), claims made against personal representatives, guardianship and conservatorship matters, marriage licenses and wedding ceremonies, and weapons carry licenses. If you are having any problems with an estate or other matter before a probate court in Georgia, email me or call me at 404-467-8611 to find out how we can help you.  Our firm is located… [Read More]