Probate in Georgia, handled for you
Georgia probate runs through the county Probate Court, and most uncontested estates can be handled without close court supervision. Georgia doesn't set attorney fees as a percentage of the estate, and an executor isn't strictly required to hire a lawyer for an ordinary, uncontested probate. The catch is that it's still months of administrative work — inventory, creditor notices, accountings, distributions — and Kindred carries that workload for one flat fee.
Georgia lets you handle an uncontested probate without a lawyer. Georgia allows an executor to handle an uncontested probate without hiring an attorney — the Probate Court is designed to be accessible to families. Kindred handles the administrative work; if anything looks contested or complex, we flag it so you can bring in an attorney of your choosing.
The four things families ask first
Hourly / flat fee
Read moreA typical Georgia probate runs about 8 to 14 months, driven mainly by the creditor-claim period and the pace of asset gathering.
Read more$100,000 (with surviving spouse or minor child) / $50,000 (without)
Read moreProbate Court, in the county where the person lived
What it could cost in Georgia
≈ 45 hours of admin and legal work, all billed at lawyer rates.
Kindred + your attorney
Estimated difference vs. a full-service firm
$5,500
+ about 150 hours of your own time
Full-service estimated at $250–$400/hr for ~45hours; the attorney figure is an illustrative fixed fee. Illustrative only — not a quote or legal advice. Figures vary by estate. We're not a law firm; an independent attorney always handles the legal work.
Worth knowing in Georgia
Year's support
A Georgia-specific benefit: a surviving spouse or minor child can petition the Probate Court to set aside property — up to a year's living expenses — from the estate before creditors and other heirs. It can significantly reduce the probate estate.
Frequently asked
Do I need a lawyer for probate in Georgia?
Not strictly — Georgia allows an executor to handle an uncontested probate without an attorney, and the Probate Court is designed to be accessible to families. Kindred handles the administrative work for a flat fee. If a dispute or complex issue arises, we flag it so you can bring in an attorney of your choosing. Kindred is not a law firm.
How much does probate cost in Georgia?
Georgia has no statutory percentage fee — attorneys typically bill $200-$400/hour or a flat fee. Court filing fees run about $215-$300. A year's support petition or a 'no administration necessary' petition for smaller estates can reduce costs significantly. These are illustrative figures; actual costs vary by estate.
How long does probate take in Georgia?
Typically 8 to 14 months. Creditors have about 4 months from publication of notice to file claims. An estate can potentially close in 6 months if everything moves quickly. A year's support petition must be filed within 24 months of death.
What is a year's support in Georgia probate?
It's a Georgia-specific benefit where a surviving spouse or minor child can petition the Probate Court to set aside property for their support — up to a year's worth of living expenses — before creditors and other heirs are paid. It can significantly reduce the probate estate and is often the first thing to file.
Last verified June 2026. Figures are illustrative and vary by estate — not a quote or legal advice. Kindred is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice; we handle the administrative work and coordinate an independent attorney where one is legally required.
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