Dear Clients and Friends, Electronic execution of agreements is quickly becoming more commonplace in most businesses. But how can you obtain authorized e-signatures and be sure it is a sound agreement? Contract formation is generally governed by state law rules, and the … [Read more...] about Tips for executing agreements electronically
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Wife’s stake in business subject to ‘marketability discount’
Dear Clients and Friends, One of the most contentious issues that can arise in a divorce is the status of a family business, particularly where a husband and wife hold unequal stakes. A recent South Carolina case shows that having a minority stake can be a disadvantage both in … [Read more...] about Wife’s stake in business subject to ‘marketability discount’
Pros and Cons on divorcing spouses living together
Dear Clients and Friends, The first step in a divorce is usually for one member of the couple to “walk out.” But increasingly, divorcing spouses aren’t walking out at all – they’re staying put. In fact, it’s been estimated that as many as one-half of all separating couples … [Read more...] about Pros and Cons on divorcing spouses living together
Estate planning and one’s added peace of mind
Dear Clients and Friends, Many persons only get around to having a documented estate plan at the proverbial last minute, i.e. elderly and seriously ill. Others may write a simple will when they’re young but then fail to review or update it until something happens that makes … [Read more...] about Estate planning and one’s added peace of mind
Modifying your support agreement during a pandemic
Dear Clients and Friends, The coronavirus pandemic has wreaked havoc on millions of Americans’ financial situations. Layoffs, reduced hours, furloughs and business closings have changed people’s economic outlook. It’s also made it hard for people paying child support to meet … [Read more...] about Modifying your support agreement during a pandemic
Foreclosures hit a low, at least for the time being
Dear Clients and Friends, The number of foreclosure filings nationwide dipped to a record low as of the mid-point of 2020, according to ATTOM Data Solutions’ Midyear 2020 U.S. Foreclosure Market Report. Filings were down 44 percent over the course of the first six months of … [Read more...] about Foreclosures hit a low, at least for the time being
