The De Bruin Law firm offers a wide range of legal services to clients in Greenville, SC and the surrounding upstate. Our experienced attorneys can help you with legal matters in the areas of business law, criminal law, estate planning, and real estate law.
Greenville DUI Lawyer
/in Criminal Law, DUI Defense“Because Your Future Deserves a Defense” Greenville Criminal Defense — Greenville DUI Defense Lawyer When you are facing felony or misdemeanor charges, your choice of criminal defense lawyer can have a substantial impact on your future. While there are many qualified South Carolina criminal defense law firms, our firm is built on experience, commitment, and […]
Aaron De Bruin Named to Greenville’s Legal Elite
/in MediaAaron De Bruin Selected As One of Greenville’s Elite Attorneys for Estate Planning and Tax Law Congratulations attorney Aaron De Bruin of the De Bruin Law Firm was named by Greenville Business Magazine as one of Greenville’s elite attorneys for Estate Planning. “Winning any award is an honor, but winning this award makes me feel […]
Important Issues Involving South Carolina DUI Driver’s License Issues
/in Criminal Law, DUI Defense“Because Your Future Deserves a Defense” Drunk driving is an activity to be avoided because of the risk of a tragic accident, but millions of people are arrested for DUI annually. The prospect of losing your driver’s license, paying significant fines and other costs, and spending time in custody can be frightening. Suspension of your […]
Common Due Diligence Mistakes During a Commercial Real Estate Closing
/in Real EstateCommercial Real Estate Closings While individuals and businesses involved in a commercial real estate purchase or sale generally know that they need legal counsel, they might not recognize the need for an attorney with knowledge in related areas of law. While the scope of a commercial real estate transaction can range from simple to highly […]
Residential Real Estate Closing Process
/in Real EstateThe closing process must be navigated efficiently and properly to consummate a residential real estate closing in South Carolina. Our Greenville residential real estate attorneys guide our clients through the entire buying and selling process skillfully navigating potential pitfalls that can unravel a successful transaction. A review of some of these pitfalls reveals the importance […]
5 Estate Planning Myths Debunked
/in Estate PlanningCommon Estate Planning Myths Developing an estate plan involves a process that people tend to postpone until their golden years, their kids enter college, retirement, or the birth of grandchildren. While these significant life-changes certainly merit reviewing and updating an estate plan, the important financial, health, and family planning goals at the heart of the […]
Real Estate Transactions
/in Real EstateReal estate transactions are not only major purchases or sales for most people but are actually major life events. When people make the decision to sell their home or to purchase a new one they are laying a lot on the line, which means that the experience can be emotional and stressful as well. The […]
What is the Difference Between a C-Corp and an S-Corp?
/in Business LawOne of the most important questions a prospective business owner is faced with is how to structure their business. The different types of businesses offer certain benefits as well as draw backs. It is therefore important to understand the various possibilities in order to select the option that best fits the goals for the business. […]
Do I have to tell my employer if I get a DUI?
/in Criminal Law, DUI Defense“Because Your Future Deserves a Defense” Getting a DUI can be extremely embarrassing whereas most people want to move on after such an unpleasant experience. However, you might be wondering whether your DUI will end up impacting your professional life. One thing that might cross your mind, and could cause you to lose sleep, is […]
What is a special needs trust?
/in Estate PlanningTrusts are one of the main tools used by estate planning attorneys. Setting up a trust can help ensure that your assets go to your loved ones as efficiently as possible, and in a way that makes sense given the specific situation of the grantor and the beneficiary. When you create a trust, you are […]