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Why You Should Have a Lawyer Read over Any Business Agreement

January 17, 2020
Published in Business Law
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A business agreement simply states the exchange of promises between two or more parties. Before signing a contract, a business should hire a trusted attorney to make sure their agreement abides by-laws and includes all terms. In addition, a lawyer will be able to provide advice to ensure each party…

Commonly Asked Questions Surrounding Wills

December 10, 2019
Published in probate law
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A will is an essential legal document to plan for the future. Many people disregard drafting one because they don’t have a lot of wealth, but the amount of wealth doesn’t matter. A will explains how you wish to have your property distributed after death, which can ensure your spouse…

4 Most Common Small Business Legal Mistakes

November 19, 2019
Published in Business Law
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Running a small business is rewarding, but it can be disastrous if legal issues get in the way. It is best to take the correct precautions and prepare everything in advance by meeting with a small business lawyer. These are four of the most common small business legal mistakes and…

4 Legal Questions Every Business Owner Should Ask

October 8, 2019
Published in Business Law
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Starting a new business can be exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. Meeting with a small business lawyer in preparation is the best way to ensure the protection and success of your business. A business lawyer will be able to lay the groundwork for your new business and answer…

What is a Real Estate Purchase Agreement?

September 9, 2019
Published in Property Law, Real Estate Law
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Man writing out a real estate purchase agreement

Buying or selling a home is a big deal with a large price tag on it. Like any legal deal, a contract outlining the unique specifications and details must be drawn up and signed by both parties. A real estate purchase agreement, also known as an agreement of sale, is…

What is the attorney-client privilege?

August 6, 2019
Published in General Law
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a meeting between an attorney and a client

Honesty and confidentiality are two of the most important words in regards to one’s relationship with their attorney. The attorney-client privilege is to law as HIPPA is to the medical field. Both are in place to protect and respect the privacy of clients and patients. Attorney-client privilege is a legal…

When should a small business hire a lawyer?

July 13, 2019
Published in Business Law
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Everything seems to be going great until it’s not, right? If you run your own company, you may have a small business lawyer that you’ve worked with to get your business operating the right way. But do you know what events should have you consider hiring them again? Let’s talk…

3 Questions To Ask A Real Estate Attorney

June 4, 2019
Published in Property Law, Real Estate Law
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If you’ve ever had to hire a lawyer before, you probably know some of the initial questions to ask before deciding which lawyer will work best with you and your case. But if you are in the market for a real estate attorney, some of those questions may differ just…

Why probate a will?

May 7, 2019
Published in probate law
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If you aren’t familiar with legal terms, dealing with a will or any type of estate can seem confusing at first. But don’t let this stress you out - we’re here to help. A probate will is a will that has been approved by the court so it is seen…

Trademarks vs DBAs

April 2, 2019
Published in Business Law
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If you’re starting a new business, you know there are a lot of things you need to check off on your to-do list. One of those is most likely registering your business name and/or logo legally. But how do you know if a trademark or a DBA is right for…