The cost of probate in Georgia varies based on factors like the estate’s size, legal fees and the type of probate process used. Common expenses include court fees, executor fees and attorney costs.

Legislative push to reform probate court judicial elections now underway. House Resolution 251 proposes amendment to Georgia Constitution to require nonpartisan probate court elections. Probate courts ...

Once called court of the ordinary, Probate Court handles domestic matters such as guardianship and marriage licenses. It also issues weapons and fireworks permits for public display (such as fireworks ...

As 49 new probate judges prepare to take the bench across the state in January, the Council of Probate Court Judges of Georgia is opening up about the training it's offering to ensure its newcomers ...