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A commercial real estate transaction involves both financial and legal considerations which can often be overwhelming for the parties involved. Not being properly prepared for such a transaction could cost you big. That is why you need an experienced real estate attorney on your side. An experienced commercial real estate attorney understands the legalities and …

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A will is a critical element of any estate plan. A valid will gives you control over the distribution of your estate in the event of your death. If you die without a will, your property will pass through intestate succession. This means that state statute will determine who gets your property, and it may …

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A divorce often involves discussions on matters such as alimony, property distribution, and child custody. When spouses disagree over these terms, they can be said to be in a contested divorce. A contested divorce could also occur where one spouse contends the parties have not lived separate and apart for the required period of time. …

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“Our new Constitution is now established, everything seems to promise it will be durable; but in this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes.”  Benjamin Franklin, letter to Jean-Baptiste Le Roy, 1789.  While death and taxes may be certain, how you are treated in your final days, and how your property is distributed after …

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Leasing, purchasing, or selling real property can seem like a daunting task. A real property transaction often involves practical, legal, and financial considerations. As such, it is important to practice care when buying, selling, or leasing property. It is a good idea to adopt a transaction checklist to ensure nothing falls through the cracks. A …

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Sometimes it just doesn’t work out, despite good intentions from both spouses, the best way for the individuals to move on is to separate, through a divorce.  A divorce is the termination of a marriage, ending the parties’ legal union.  One of our clients’ initial considerations and questions asked is:  How much will my divorce …

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