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Trusts and Estates: Probate Our experienced lawyers understand the intricacies of Georgia probate law. We can guide you through all aspects of estate and probate administration. We're dedicated to personal service that provides peace of mind and clear communication throughout the process, freeing you from the complexities of probate law while enabling you to make informed decisions. Estate Planning Planning ahead is much better for you and your family. At Krause & Hirons, attorney Allen Hirons has helped people create estate plans for more than 30 years. To learn more, you can read an article he authored on Georgia estate planning. Wills Estate planning is not just about wills. Preparing powers of attorney to cover business matters, and health care issues is also very important. Repositioning ownership interests in land, bank accounts or stock can also be useful. Making sure beneficiary designations in life insurance policies, IRAs, pensions and similar investments are consistent with a will may make or break your estate plan. Living wills which can be part of health care advanced directives help guide families when you cannot express your opinions and may ease the anxiety of your family. Trusts Wills are a necessary part of an estate plan, but they may only be part of the equation. As a probate document, a will is subject to probate and estate taxes. In some situations, living trusts, set up while you are alive, or testamentary trusts created in your will, may be needed. Power of Attorney Someone must have power of attorney to make financial decisions for you in the event of illness, injury or absence. It is advisable to also have a person named as a backup in case your primary agent is unable to perform these duties. Family Law: Adoption Krause & Hirons assists people throughout north Georgia and the Atlanta metro area with adoptions, including stepparent, grandparent, third-party, international and agency adoptions. Attorney Allen Hirons has experience with adoptions and can assist you in uncontested and contested cases. To schedule an appointment with a Kennesaw stepparent adoption lawyer, please call 770-574-4124 today. Guardianship In Georgia, you can establish a guardianship in order to make health and welfare decisions for a minor child or incapacitated ward. You can establish a conservatorship to make financial decisions for wards.