An LLC – the common moniker for a Limited Liability Company - is a very popular business structure, especially for newly formed startups. LLCs are companies that have the characteristics and benefits of corporations, partnerships, and sole proprietorships. As its name...
Probate is the legal process of estate administration that takes place when a person, called the decedent, passes away. The administration of probate settles the debts and taxes of the decedent’s estate and distributes designated inheritance and gifts. With or without...
When a person buys a home, the last thing he or she expects to face is a foreclosure. However, in the last year many people have faced unprecedented financial challenges which may make this a concern for some homeowners. It’s helpful to understand the foreclosure...
The purchase or sale of a home is a major transaction. For many people, it will be the most significant transaction they will ever make. That’s why it’s important to ensure that a well-written, enforceable contract guides any sale or purchase of a home. Contingencies...
Even with all the recent economic trouble, the commercial real estate market in northern Georgia has been heating up at a furious pace. One of the biggest projects in the area involves building a new factory to make batteries for electric vehicles. A South Korean...
Estate planning encompasses a series of strategies for a person to protect his or her assets and to make sure their needs and desires are met in the future. This goes beyond a will or a trust and extends to making sure that their affairs are handled as they want them...
Mediation and arbitration are methods of alternative dispute resolution, or ADR. Both are designed to keep parties out of the courtroom and involve the help of a neutral third party. Instead of attending multiple hearings and preparing for and attending trial, ADR...
Far too often, estate planning is put off until it’s too late. Many adult children find this thought troubling as their parents get older. Despite their concerns, though, these individuals struggle to find a way to broach the topic with their parents. After all, it’s...
For Georgia residents who are preparing for the future, creating an estate plan is a fundamental aspect of caring for loved ones, addressing property and dealing with business interests. For those who have accrued significant assets, the estate tax is a primary...
Whether purchasing your first commercial space or entering into a commercial lease, you want to get the best deal possible. The commercial markets constantly change, so small business owners often turn to legal experts for guidance, particularly when negotiating a...
