Did you know that there are 10853 licensed attorneys in South Carolina? While some specialize in more traditional areas like criminal law, environmental law, or intellectual property, others are experts in the booming business of startup law. A startup lawyer helps advise innovative, quickly growing companies on how to maximize their business.
Hiring an attorney as you are starting a company is crucial to stay compliant with the laws, make financially prudent decisions, and gain valuable advice about risk mitigation. Read on to learn the 10 benefits of hiring a startup lawyer for your new business.
Safeguarding Your Estate Plan: Why Protecting Your Will Is Just as Important as Creating It
/in Estate PlanningThere are many reasons why someone may want to devise their estate plan. Perhaps they are wanting to protect assets and ensure that those they love receive a piece of their legacy that can be passed down to future generations. Or they may have just been diagnosed with an illness and want to get their affairs in order. There are limitless factors that can contribute to someone becoming sick. For instance, someone who is diagnosed with an asbestos-related condition later in life because of working with asbestos material may be motivated to solidify their end of life wishes through establishing a legally-binding documentation, like an estate plan.
Estate Planning And Victims Of Asbestos Exposure
/in Estate PlanningThere are many reasons why someone may want to devise their estate plan. Perhaps they are wanting to protect assets and ensure that those they love receive a piece of their legacy that can be passed down to future generations. Or they may have just been diagnosed with an illness and want to get their affairs in order. There are limitless factors that can contribute to someone becoming sick. For instance, someone who is diagnosed with an asbestos-related condition later in life because of working with asbestos material may be motivated to solidify their end of life wishes through establishing a legally-binding documentation, like an estate plan.
10 Common Estate Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
/in Estate PlanningEvery year more than 3.3 million people die in the United States. The death of a loved one can be an incredibly difficult time for their friends and family. However, a lot of people are surprised by the amount of practical admin involved when a loved one dies. Making a plan for your estate before your death […]
10 Benefits of Hiring a Startup Lawyer for Your New Business
/in Business LawDid you know that there are 10853 licensed attorneys in South Carolina? While some specialize in more traditional areas like criminal law, environmental law, or intellectual property, others are experts in the booming business of startup law. A startup lawyer helps advise innovative, quickly growing companies on how to maximize their business.
Hiring an attorney as you are starting a company is crucial to stay compliant with the laws, make financially prudent decisions, and gain valuable advice about risk mitigation. Read on to learn the 10 benefits of hiring a startup lawyer for your new business.
Estate Planning 101: The Different Types of Wills
/in UncategorizedLet’s be honest; no one likes to talk about their last wishes when they pass away. Unfortunately, this is a conversation everyone should have with their family members to ensure their assets are transferred to their designated beneficiaries without any issues. Several types of wills are available that work best for specific situations and others […]
A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Make a Living Will
/in Estate PlanningWhat Is a Living Will? Living wills are quite different from the typical wills you might think of. They have nothing to do with bequeathing assets or property. In fact, a living will is a medical document also known as an advance directive. An advance directive allows a person to put their end-of-life wishes regarding […]
What Is Estate Planning?
/in Estate PlanningDid you know that only 33% of Americans have a will or living trust? In fact, since the beginning of the pandemic, the number of 18 to 34-year-olds with estate plans increased by 50%. Whether you’re 18 or 80, everyone needs an estate plan. No matter how many assets your own, estate planning protects your loved ones […]
What’s on a Real Estate Closing Statement?
/in Real Estate, ResourcesHome sales in 2021 increased by 8.5 percent from 2020. Each time someone buys a home, they work through many steps before closing on it. A few days before closing on a house purchase, the buyer and seller receive a real estate closing statement. What is this statement, and what information can you find on it? Here […]
How Can a Real Estate Lawyer Help You?
/in Real Estate, ResourcesAbout 5.8 million houses sold in May 2021. That’s 44.6% up from May of last year! Whether you plan on buying or selling this year, there are many legal variables to consider first. You don’t have to navigate these legal complexities alone. Instead, consider hiring an experienced real estate lawyer. You can rely on their experience and […]
How Can an Estate Planning Lawyer Help You?
/in Estate Planning, ResourcesAs you get older, the importance of developing an estate plan increases dramatically. However, according to a recent survey, only 42% of Americans have a plan for their estate. Looking ahead at end-of-life situations feels grim, but you need to have a plan for what you leave behind. Should you pass intestate, meaning without a will, the state will be […]