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Did you know that police interventions related to domestic violence increase by roughly 20% nationally during the holidays? This can include everything from simple threats and harassment to physical abuse of a spouse or child, neglect, sexual coercion, and other violent acts. It is a sad reality, given that the holiday season is supposed to […]

As family lawyers, we understand that co-parenting can be challenging. This is especially true during the holidays, when you would rather focus on creating beautiful memories for yourself and your children than dealing with unexpected stress and conflict. You are right—this time of year should be joyful and filled with togetherness. And it absolutely can

Selecting the right executor for your Will is one of the most important decisions you will make in the estate planning process. After all, the executor ensures your wishes are carried out and your estate is handled correctly after you pass. This decision should never be taken lightly, but it is a decision you can

Having estate planning conversations with your loved ones can be intimidating. In fact, many well-intentioned, family-oriented people like you become so overwhelmed that they keep putting the conversation off until another day. We get it; no one wants to think about the day they are no longer around. That said, these conversations are crucial to

You suddenly find yourself in the middle of a complex legal matter. Naturally, the first step is to hire an attorney, especially someone skilled, knowledgeable, and experienced in the legal area you need help with—whether that is family law, business law, personal injury, or another practice area. But you cannot help but wonder how they

Estate planning is essential for protecting your family’s inheritance and legacy. That said, creating a plan that works for your unique goals can often be riddled with potential pitfalls if you and your estate planning attorney are not careful. What are these common mistakes, and how does avoiding them provide additional security for you and

Business disputes can be challenging and stressful. Not only can they disrupt daily operations, but for many owners, they strain relationships that once felt like an unbreakable bond and create enough distractions to steer everyone’s focus away from long-term business goals. By being aware of these risks, you can prevent many business disputes from happening

When you crafted your new estate plan five years ago, you and your estate planning attorney were comprehensive in your approach and accounted for everyone and everything that matters most to you. That said, life is fluid, and things in your life are constantly changing. Some may be small, but most are significant, unplanned, and,

roupYou will likely hear plenty of legal terms thrown around during a personal injury or civil litigation case. A perfect example is the principle known as mitigating damages. If this is your first time hearing this term, do not worry. It catches plenty of our clients off guard, especially victims who do not realize they

Navigating child support agreements and potential modification suits can be a complex and emotional process for many co-parents. Think about it: The judge overseeing your case already gave formal orders upon the divorce. You, as the paying parent, have every intention of fulfilling those obligations but are suddenly struggling to make good on that promise.