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  • Nov 5, 2026
  • Estate Planning, Legal Briefs, Tax Law

How Much Money Can You Inherit Before You Pay Taxes in Georgia?

Will I Have to Pay Taxes on an Inheritance? How much can you inherit before you pay taxes in Georgia? As much as you
  • Sep 29, 2026
  • Estate Planning, Legal Briefs

Gainesville Probate Attorneys You Can Trust 

Introduction to Probate Law in Gainesville The Importance of Probate Attorneys The time following the death of a loved one is difficult — and
  • Sep 18, 2026
  • Eric Wilborn, Estate Planning, Legal Briefs

What Happens if You Die Without a Will in Georgia?

The Importance of Having an Estate Plan in Georgia Planning for what happens to your assets after your death may not be something you
  • Jul 17, 2026
  • Estate Planning, Legal Briefs

When Should I Update My Estate Plan?

Understanding Estate Planning What Is Estate Planning? Estate planning is the process of organizing how your assets will be managed and distributed after your
  • Feb 10, 2026
  • Legal Briefs, Real Estate

Picking the Best Real Estate Closing Attorney 

Your Guide to Picking the Best Real Estate Closing Attorney  Introduction  Choosing the right real estate closing attorney can mean the difference between a
  • Sep 19, 2025
  • Juvenile Law, Legal Briefs

A Parent’s Guide for the Juvenile Court System

Understanding the Juvenile Court System The juvenile court system is a specialized branch of the judicial system that handles cases involving minors who are
  • 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
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