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Navigating the legal system can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. At Carey & Dobson, we pride ourselves on being compassionate advocates for our clients. We take the time to listen to your concerns, understand your unique situation, and tailor our approach to meet your specific needs. Whether you are dealing with a personal injury, the probate process, drafting a will, or facing criminal charges, our team is here to provide you with the guidance, support, and representation you deserve.

Our Areas of Practice

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Personal Injury

Injury If you have been injured due to someone else's negligence, you need a dedicated attorney who will fight for your rights and ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. We handle a variety of personal injury cases, including car accidents, truck accidents, rideshare accidents, head injuries, slip and falls, dog bites, child injuries, and more.
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Probate

The probate process can be complicated and stressful. Our knowledgeable attorneys are here to guide you through every step, ensuring that your loved one's estate is handled efficiently and in accordance with the law. We strive to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.
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Wills and Estates

Planning for the future is crucial, and our experienced team can help you create a comprehensive estate plan that protects your assets and provides for your loved ones. From drafting wills to setting up trusts, we offer a full range of estate planning services to meet your needs.
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Criminal Law

Facing criminal charges is a serious matter that requires skilled legal representation. Our criminal defense attorneys are dedicated to protecting your rights and providing you with a strong defense. We handle a wide range of criminal cases, from misdemeanors to serious felonies, and work tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients.
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Experience You Can Trust

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Our clients often come to us feeling stressed out after suffering an injury from a car accident

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Death is a difficult topic to discuss. We understand that.

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At our firm, we are dedicated to safeguarding your rights and vigorously pursuing justice on your behalf.

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Why Choose Us

Protecting Your Rights

Experienced & Dedication to Client.

At Carey & Dobson, we are committed to protecting your rights and fighting for your justice. Our firm stands out because we combine legal expertise with a deep sense of compassion and dedication to our clients. Here’s why you should choose us:

Fighting for Your Legal Justice

At our firm, we are dedicated to safeguarding your rights and vigorously pursuing justice on your behalf. Whether you are facing the aftermath of a personal injury, planning for the future with estate management, or navigating the complexities of a criminal defense case, our experienced legal team is here to provide expert guidance and unwavering support. We understand the challenges you face and are committed to delivering personalized, effective solutions to help you achieve the best possible outcomes. Trust us to stand by your side and fight for your justice every step of the way.

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How it Works

Protecting Your Rights, Fighting for Your Justice

If you’re in Atlanta, Georgia, and in need of expert legal assistance with probate or estate planning, seeking damages for personal injuries, or requiring defense in a criminal case, you may be wondering, “Is there a trusted attorney near me?”

The answer is a resounding “yes.” Since 1998, the attorneys at Carey & Dobson, LLC have been dedicated to providing approachable, knowledgeable, and experienced legal representation. We are committed to protecting your rights and fighting for your justice with a personalized touch.

At Carey & Dobson, LLC, we handle each case with the meticulous care and attention you would expect from a boutique firm, backed by the talent and legal acumen of a larger practice. Your individual needs are our priority, and we strive to deliver exceptional service tailored to your unique situation.  Call us today at (404) 635-1112.

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If you are looking for a Georgia estate attorney to help you with probate or estate planning issues, you may be wondering, is there an estate attorney near me I can trust?

Well, if you live in Atlanta, Georgia, the answer is “yes.”

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Feel Confident that you are working with a trustworthy firm.

At Carey & Dobson, we are proud to have built a strong reputation in the community for our unwavering commitment to trustworthiness and client-focused service. We prioritize your best interests by offering clear, consistent communication and personal attention. Our reputation for integrity and dedication reflects our promise to always place your needs at the forefront, ensuring that you receive the highest level of support and care in every aspect of your legal journey.

WHAT IS YEARS SUPPORT?

Georgia has a very unique law to protect the well being of a surviving spouse and minor children that involves awarding a portion of the decedent’s estate to the surviving spouse and minor children ahead of all creditors and beneficiaries. The law says that the surviving spouse and minor children of a testate or intestate decedent are entitled to year’s support in the form of property for their support and maintenance for the period of 12 months from the date of the decedent’s death.
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Common Questions

In Georgia, the personal representative, (known in other states as the "executor/executrix" or "administrator/administratrix") is the person or entity appointed by the probate judge to administer decedent's estate. As such, the personal representative is a fiduciary of the estate and has a number of duties to perform. The personal representative is responsible for gathering all of  the decedent's assets, paying creditors, and distributing the property amongst the heirs/beneficiaries.

Before you can serve as a personal representative in Georgia, you first have to meet Georgia's statutory requirements. Any individual who is sui juris (over 18), regardless of citizenship or residency, is eligible to serve as a personal representative or temporary administrator of a decedent who dies domiciled in this state, subject to the requirements for qualification set forth in this chapter, , provided the person is otherwise qualified to act as a fiduciary in this state.

Because the personal representative has a number of duties to perform and can be personally liable for failing to perform those duties, anyone serving as a personal representative should hire a probate attorney to assist in the administration of the decedent's estate.

An experienced probate attorney will tell you that avoiding probate is almost always desirable.

Probate is a time-consuming and expensive process. Among other things, it requires giving notice to creditors , petitioning the court, locating beneficiaries and assets, distributing all assets, accounting to the beneficiaries, providing a final accounting to the court, paying taxes, and much more.

A revocable trust, on the other hand, is a flexible estate planning tool that can avoid probate. It is a legal document that allows you to determine how your assets will be handled during your lifetime and after your death or incapacitation. A revocable trust can be modified or terminated at any time during your lifetime. At your death, assets properly transferred to the trust will be distributed by the trustee or substitute trustee to your beneficiaries or heirs after paying all claims and taxes —without having to go through the probate process.

A Georgia probate attorney can help you determine whether a revocable trust is right for you.

A revocable trust, also commonly referred to as a "living trust" or "trust agreement," is a legal document that explains how your assets should be managed during your lifetime and after your death or if you should become incapacitated.

The person who creates the document (usually you) is known as the "grantor" or "settlor." The trust is "revocable" because it can be modified or terminated at any time during your lifetime —as long as you are not incapacitated.

There are also "irrevocable" trusts, but these are used for very specific purposes. Probate attorneys generally use revocable trusts for traditional estate planning.

The person who carries out the terms of the trust and manages the trust assets is known as the "trustee." You can serve as the initial trustee, or you can appoint another person, bank, or trust company to do this for you.

Upon your death, the trustee (or your successor if you served as trustee) is responsible for paying certain claims and taxes, and distributing the assets to your beneficiaries according to the terms of the trust agreement.

 

There are usually no federal income taxes imposed on a revocable trust during the grantor's lifetime. During your lifetime, the trust will use your social security number as its tax identification number, and all trust income and deductions will be reported directly on your individual income tax return.

Once a revocable trust does not report income under your social security number, it will become a separate entity for federal income tax purposes. If this happens, the trustee must file an annual fiduciary income tax return. The terms of the trust will determine who is responsible for paying income tax on the trust income.

It is a common misconception that revocable trusts save estate taxes. All assets that the decedent had an interest in at death are subject to the federal estate tax. However, there are ways a probate attorney can properly draft your trust agreement to minimize the effect of estate and income taxes.

Trusts set up for children or loved ones with disabilities ("Special Needs Trusts") must be carefully drafted to prevent the reduction or elimination of government benefits such as Medicaid or SSI. If you have a loved one with disabilities, speak with an experienced probate attorney.

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