What is it about estate planning that puts us off? It takes the average person several years between considering their estate plan and actually creating the documents needed to pass their property and wealth down to their heirs. Whether you are just beginning to create your will or have boilerplate documents on file, we can show you how to create a plan …
People often think of estate planning in the same category as a 401K or an AARP membership: something you won’t need until you’re old. Although your estate plan may not be completed for fifty years, that doesn’t mean you should wait to start planning. Like your retirement fund and savings accounts, an estate plan is an investment—and it pays much …
Announcing . . . Our New Look! We’re thrilled to unveil our refreshed brand identity! Over the last year, we have poured everything into creating a new image that would accurately depict who we are, at our core as a team. There are plenty of adages about change. One of our favorites at the Firm is “get comfortable being uncomfortable”. …
The days are long, but the years fly by. This seems to be the new conventional wisdom for describing the perception of time. It didn’t seem as if 15 years had passed since I left the hallowed halls of the University of Illinois College of Law, but it certainly had been. Last week, I returned to my alma mater at …
Nobody likes to consider a breakup at the start of a new relationship. Like romantic relationships, business relationships can (and do) end—and failing to plan for the worst can lead to much more than a broken heart. A fallout with a business partner can mean the loss of all of your clients, your staff, or your future profits—especially if you don’t …
Digital signatures, facial ID, thumbprints, crypto-keys, and two-factor identification are all methods of verifying identity. It sometimes seems that an ink signature, in the 21st century, is something quaint and nostalgic. Perhaps we’ll reach a point when we’ve moved beyond written verifications. Florida is the latest state to adopt an electronic notary statute. Will it improve the pace and authenticity of …
We’re excited to announce the addition of Erin Prutow, Esq. to the Yolofsky Law family. Erin focuses her practice on equine law. She has extensive experience in the horse industry and is ready to help owners, trainers, buyers, and support personnel. Erin was a national level equestrian competitor at her alma mater, Oklahoma State University. As you probably guessed, she …
New Year’s Resolutions. They sound great and can even be inspirational, but they have a tendency to willow away before January is half over. Many people shift their focus to their resolutions in the attempt to accomplish everything at once. There’s almost a suspects list of New Year’s resolutions – lose weight, grow our business, make more money, and travel …
A comprehensive estate plan can protect the things that matter most. For many, this means their property and their family. Including provisions for the care of your children in your estate plan is essential for peace of mind. But many parents struggle with including such provisions as naming a legal guardian for their child in their plan. Indeed, even the fictional parents …
“We just signed a major deal!” “I just put in a contract on a house!” “Click here to accept our terms and continue . . .” These phrases all have in common that a contract has just been made. Contracts are the cornerstone of business dealings. In some places, contracts are still made on handshakes or someone’s word. For many …
