INTRODUCTION The purpose of these materials is to provide a basic understanding of the direct and cross examination of valuation experts arising in various areas of litigation, primarily family law. The materials are designed to aid the litigator in the orderly and efficient presentation of evidence to the trial court and in drawing distinction between positions to allow for persuasive…
Pursuant to Uniform Superior Court Rule 24.2, in all cases involving temporary or permanent child support, alimony, equitable division of property, modification of child support or alimony or attorney’s fees, all parties are required to submit a Domestic Relations Financial Affidavit (“DRFA”). Unless otherwise ordered by the Court, if you file your case with an agreement or consent order resolving…
When a loved one dies you may be left with several questions, including what do I do with their Last Will & Testament? Under Georgia law, a person in possession of a Last Will & Testament has an affirmative duty to file it with reasonable promptness with the probate court of the county having jurisdiction. See, O.C.G.A. §53-5-5. However,…
Justin O’Dell has been actively practicing law in Georgia since his admission to the bar in 2002. He founded O’Dell Hungerford Blanchard & Booth Attorneys in January 2013, based on a commitment to clients and community. Mr. O’Dell has litigated bench and jury cases in the U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia, and in the various Superior, State, Probate…
So Dick and Jane got divorced. Jane has the kids on a primary basis with Dick having visitation. Before they each settle back into their own lives, each one of them has some important “I’s” to dot and “T’s” to cross related to their respective estates. First and foremost, Dick and Jane should each immediately update their life insurance policies,…
One can proceed with a divorce action in one of two ways: 1) contested or 2) uncontested. In a contested action parties come to the court with most if not all of the issues unresolved. In an uncontested action, parties have resolved all issues and come to the court to have the divorced finalized based on the agreement the two…
2015 02 12 when your business partner dies.FINAL
2015.08.19 probate litigation.FINAL
The Probate Court is not just for estates. It is also the place to go to get a weapons carry license. In order to obtain a weapons carry license there are a few requirements you must meet: you must 1) be at least 21 years old (or over the age of 18 and an active duty service member), 2) submit…
2016 06 23 Estate and Trusts Contests, Disputes & Challenges.FINAL
