How Do I Find a Probate Attorney in Cobb County, Georgia?
When to consider hiring help, what to look for in a probate attorney, and firms serving Cobb County.
We found 10 estate law firms serving Cobb County. Cobb County is part of the Atlanta Regional Commission region.
These firms handle estate administration, will contests, trust litigation, and other probate matters in Cobb County Probate Court.
Georgia uses formal, court-supervised probate, which makes an attorney worthwhile for most estates in Cobb County — the filing sequence, notice requirements, and accounting leave little room for error. Estates under the small-estate threshold are the usual exception.
Probate attorney fees in Georgia are based on reasonable compensation — typically 2%O.C.G.A. § 53-7-6 (personal representative may provide competent legal counsel; court may fix reasonable attorney fees as administration expenses; no statutory percentage)Verified May 7, 2026 to 4%O.C.G.A. § 53-7-6 (personal representative may provide competent legal counsel; court may fix reasonable attorney fees as administration expenses; no statutory percentage)Verified May 7, 2026 of the estate's value, billed hourly or as a flat fee. Ask a Cobb County firm to quote a structure up front.
A probate attorney files the petition with the Probate Court, publishes the required creditor notices, prepares the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. They represent the personal representative — not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if a dispute develops.
Atlanta Regional Commission Firms
Brian M. Douglas & Associates, LLC
Firm
900 Circle 75 Parkway, Suite 800
Atlanta, GA 30339
Phone:
(770) 933-9009atlantagaestateplanning.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbate Administration
Chambers, Chambers & Chambers, LLP
FirmEst. 1979
2250 North Druid Hills Road NE, Suite 243
Atlanta, GA 30329
Phone:
(404) 325-9970chamberslawfirm.net →
Estate PlanningProbate AdministrationTrust Administration
Chan Law Firm LLC
Firm
244 Roswell Street, Suite 700
Marietta, GA 30060
Phone:
(678) 894-7917chanprobate.com →
Estate AdministrationProbate LitigationGuardianshipConservatorship
Edwards, McLeod & Money, P.C.
Firm
8701 Hospital Drive, Suite B
Douglasville, GA 30135
Phone:
(770) 949-7300douglasville-lawyers.com →
Estate PlanningProbate AdministrationWills TrustsElder LawGuardianshipConservatorship
Georgia Wills, Trusts, and Probate Firm, LLC
Firm
192 Church Street
Marietta, GA 30060
Phone:
(770) 795-4992gawtpfirm.com →
Wills TrustsProbate AdministrationEstate Planning
The Libby Law Firm
Firm
1579 Monroe Drive NE, F-315
Atlanta, GA 30324
Phone:
(404) 445-7771duncanadamsattorney.com →
Estate PlanningProbate AdministrationTrust LitigationWill ContestsGuardianshipConservatorship
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Morgan & DiSalvo, P.C.
FirmEst. 1995
5755 North Point Parkway, Suite 17
Alpharetta, GA 30022
Phone:
(678) 720-0750morgandisalvo.com →
Estate PlanningProbate AdministrationTrust AdministrationWills TrustsElder LawTax PlanningEstate Tax PlanningGuardianshipConservatorshipSpecial Needs Planning
Georgia Estate Plan: Smith Barid, LLC
Firm
3750 Palladian Village Drive, Suite 500
Marietta, GA 30066
Phone:
(770) 425-6060georgiaestateplan.com →
Estate PlanningWills TrustsProbate AdministrationSpecial Needs Planning
Firms from Neighboring Regions
These firms are based in other regions but serve Cobb County.
Coleman Talley LLP
FirmEst. 1937
109 South Ashley Street
Valdosta, GA 31601
Phone:
(229) 242-7562colemantalley.com →
Probate AdministrationEstate PlanningTrust Administration
The McCoy Law Firm, LLC
Firm
775 West Avenue, Suite E
Cartersville, GA 30120
Phone:
(770) 382-0984protectyourassetsga.com →
Estate PlanningAsset ProtectionElder LawProbate AdministrationMedicaid Planning
Frequently Asked Questions
Not every estate needs one. Simple estates, small estates under the affidavit threshold, and states with informal probate can often be handled without counsel. Contested wills, out-of-state property, and business interests usually need an attorney. The Georgia self-filing assessment scores whether this estate can be handled without one.
Georgia uses reasonable fees for probate. Typical Cobb County rates run $200–$500/hour, with simple estates taking 20–40 hours. Flat-fee arrangements are available from some firms.
Files the petition, publishes required notices, helps with the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. The attorney represents the personal representative, not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if disputes arise.
Referrals from an estate planning attorney you already work with are the best source. Bar association directories are second. Avoid attorneys who won't quote a fee structure up front or who won't explain whether your estate qualifies for simplified procedures.
Yes — by avoiding probate altogether. A revocable living trust removes the estate from court jurisdiction, which removes the need for a probate attorney at settlement time. Create a revocable trust online for about what one hour of probate-attorney time costs.
Firm listings are for informational purposes only. SimplyTrust does not endorse or recommend any specific firm or attorney. Contact firms directly to discuss your situation and verify their current practice areas and availability. Information last verified: May 2026.
Probate Court
Cobb County
32 Waddell Street
Marietta, GA 30090
Phone:
770-528-1900Fax:
770-528-1996
Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (License Division closes 4:30 PM)
Paper Filing Available
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