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If you are expecting an inheritance, an estate planning tool known as a trust may prove useful, depending on your circumstances. Among the numerous types of trusts aimed at fulfilling different estate planning purposes, an inheritor’s trust is specially designed to help protect an inheritance. Purpose of an Inheritor’s Trust...
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There has been a lot of talk in the past few years about the possibility of Minnesota legalizing recreational marijuana. While this has not happened yet, Minnesota has taken another step in that direction by legalizing medicinal marijuana in all forms. Effective no later than March 1, 2022, Minnesotans will...
In what area of law do you practice and why did you choose this? I serve clients who have real estate related legal issues. Some of the most important issues clients face can involve the ownership or use of real estate. My practice offers clients a trusted partner who can...
Over the past week, I have had several association presidents contact me to ask if it is permissible for directors to socialize outside of Board meetings. On one case, the president and two new directors have been close friends for over a decade, and meet for lunch monthly. In another,...
In what area of law do you practice and why did you choose this? I practice in the areas of estate planning, mergers and acquisitions, and business law. I chose these areas of law because it allows me to develop meaningful relationships with my clients and to provide significant (measurable)...
If you know any loved ones that have passed due to COVID-19, they may be eligible for reimbursement for funeral expenses. That’s right, FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) will reimburse up to $9,000 per death and up to $35,000 per applicant, if multiple deaths. REIMBURSED FUNERAL EXPENSES As of January...
At the end of the year, many Americans are rushing to complete tax planning. Whether it is completing an equipment purchase for the depreciation deduction, making an IRA contribution, or even a gift to charity, Americans want to finalize their transactions before the end of the year. This is also...
In what area of law do you practice and why did you choose this? M&A / Business corporate law. I chose this because I found that it was a great mix of things I was already good at, as well as gave me the opportunity to learn how to help...
Lawyer Tom sat at his desk, reviewing the Federal Complaint just served on his client, Derek, one of three partners in a manufacturing firm, Big Stuff, LLC. The Plaintiff was one of his partners, Abe. The Defendants included Derek, but did not include the other partner, Carl. The Complaint was...
In the early morning hours of June 24, 2021, the now infamous Champlain Towers South condominium in Surfside, FL, collapsed, killing 98 people. Investigations revealed construction defects, long-term water infiltration and years of deferred maintenance. The natural question in the aftermath of such a tragedy is, “What can we do...
When did you decide you wanted to be a lawyer? I was most inspired by Denzel Washington’s portrayal of Joe Miller in the film Philadelphia. His eloquence and genuine care for his clients were qualities that I aspired to having as a lawyer. What would you be doing if you...