Can’t I just get that from the clerk? We have seen a rise lately in our clients receiving letters from businesses that specialize in obtaining “certified documents”.  Usually these are received after a deed or corporate filing is made in … more

You have faced your fears of talking about death, your assets, taxes, and other planning matters and put into place a great estate plan including a living trust.  A sigh of relief escapes you as you leave the attorney’s office … more

The answer: After you are deceased.  Surprised some of you didn’t it?  There is a common misconception that a Will must be recorded with some government body prior to someone’s death in order to be effective.  In fact, many states … more

On December 4, the President signed into law P.L. 114-94, the “Fixing America’s Surface Transportation (FAST) Act.” In addition to authorizing federal surface transportation programs through fiscal year 2020, the Act contains important tax-related provisions. Under Pre-Act law, Chapter 75 … more