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Why we Use Zoom Before coronavirus the thought of a small law firm using video conference systems, was not even on the radar. OK, maybe if you had an expert witness out of state or something like that, you may need some form of video system… but for client appointments, court hearings, mediation? Really, that’s crazy! Boom! Coronavirus Pandemic, shut downs, quarantines, stay at home orders. Clients need services, but don’t want to risk in-person meetings, courts need to still conduct business, as much as possible, but not in person. Comes now video conference needs and deciding how to meet the demand. Choosing Providers ManyRead More →

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Stay At Home Estate Planning  During this difficult time for all of us, we must adapt and overcome obstacles. The Corona Virus pandemic reminds us of the uncertainty of life. Also the need for preparation ahead of time. Are you prepared? Do you have an estate plan? A Last Will and Testament, a Trust? How about a Living Will – advanced directive? Power of attorney for health care or general power of attorney? The Need for Estate Planning If you answered no to any of the above questions, you need to act. Likewise, if you prepared such documents years ago you need a review forRead More →

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 Corona Virus Pandemic and Estate / Life Planning The corona virus pandemic turned life topsy turvey. Many people find themselves scrambling to put affairs in order. For example, preparing a Last Will and Testament. Or writing a Living Will, an advanced directive regarding life support. Maybe your thinking about that. You ask should I write my own Last Will and Testament?  After all forms are available online for low cost!  Some even say “prepared by our attorneys”. Beware of Pitfalls In a Last Will and Testament  It may seem easy enough. Just need to download a form and fill-in some blanks. Then sign it.  Voila!  You have a Will.  However,Read More →

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What is Adult Adoption? Often times people don’t grow up in a ”traditional” family. Step families, grandparents, aunts or uncles raised someone else’s child. But, the relationship of parent-child exists. A strong bond between you and this other person, grew over time. Adult adoption is the formalizing of that relationship. Thus making the existing relationship legal and permanent. The Process of Adult Adoption The process of adult adoption with the help of an experienced attorney is fairly simple. The person to be adopted and the adoptive parent must sign a petition for adoption. Also, in step-parent adult adoption the non adopting natural parent signs theRead More →

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So you decided that it’s over, it’s time to end the marriage. No matter why, no matter the trauma involved, you now must decide how to divorce. The urge to fight at all costs weighs heavily upon you. After all this person hurt you deeply. The level of pain and betrayal fills your very being. So, why consider an agreed divorce? Especially now! The coronavirus pandemic created a major backlog in courts, and the need to divorce more affordably. Contested Divorce Takes Emotional Toll You experienced trauma and emotional turmoil during the marriage.  But, a divorce battle takes a toll as well. Not only do you reliveRead More →