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With a new presidential administration onboarding, the estate planning landscape is shifting beneath our feet. If you've been waiting for the "right time" to create or update your estate plan, there's no time like the present, which presents opportunities and urgencies that demand attention. With anticipated changes on the horizon...

The July 2024 passing of beloved Gen X actress Shannen Doherty offers important lessons about estate planning during divorce. Known for her iconic roles in "Beverly Hills, 90210," “Heathers” and "Charmed," Doherty not only faced a courageous and public battle with breast cancer but also raced against time to finalize...

Vacations can be the perfect opportunity to relax, disconnect from work and responsibilities, and enjoy your spouse, partner, kids, or friend’s company. But before you head off on your next getaway, there’s something else you should consider doing that might not sound quite as fun—creating an estate plan. While it...

Employee-Created Intellectual Property: If you're a creative employee, you may be wondering who owns the intellectual property rights to your creations. Employee-created assets can involve all types of intellectual property, including trademarks, logos, designs, illustrations, literary works, photographs, software, and even plants. The general rule is that employers own the...

What is an employee stock option incentive plan, and why does my startup need one? There is a misconception that exists among the startup community that employee stock option incentive plans and agreements are only available to midsize or larger companies.  The truth is that these plans are tools that...

In the exhilarating journey of running a business, there's an often unspoken challenge that many entrepreneurs face - the distortion of one's perception of money. This phenomenon, referred to by Personal Family Lawyer® CEO and Founder, Ali Katz, as "Money Dysmorphia," stems from deep-seated, often inherited fears and beliefs surrounding...

The Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) being distributed under the CARES Act have been a godsend for many small to midsize companies. However, many are surprised to find that there are strange and problematic requirements hidden in the legal documents. What Is an EIDL Guaranty? The EIDL packages contain the...

In the entrepreneurial world, where innovation and vision drive the future, the importance of effective communication is often overlooked. But the ability to convey your ideas clearly, persuade and inspire action can make or break your business. Being able to communicate well is crucial for business leaders. It's not merely...

As intellectual property and business attorneys, we help our clients draft, review, negotiate, and litigate all kinds of contracts—from independent contractor agreements to trademark licensing agreements to commercial leases. And, as experienced litigators, we're able to spot the hazards and pitfalls that commonly turn seemingly innocuous business deals into full-on legal battles. More often than...

As we head into summer, many parents will see their children graduate high school and prepare to leave home to attend college or pursue other life goals. This can be an exciting and emotional time, and with so much going on, estate planning probably isn't at the front of your...