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The anticipation and excitement of starting a business can make it hard to focus on everything you need to do to get your new company off the ground. But the steps you take in starting a business are critical to laying a solid legal foundation for a successful beginning and future growth and success. While the nature of your business determines som… Read More

Every small business owner encounters a variety of legal issues during a company’s lifecycle. By understanding some of the common legal concerns for small businesses, an owner can prepare in advance to address many legal problems swiftly and effectively, rather than being blindsided by unexpected issues. Counting on a knowledgeable business law a… Read More

No matter what your personal and financial circumstances are, the assets and property in your estate pass on to your heirs and beneficiaries when you pass away. If you take the time to make an estate plan, you make significant decisions about how your loved ones receive the estate, by choosing from three basic property distribution options. The fou… Read More

If you are getting a divorce, you may not realize that the divorce can significantly impact your estate plan, due to an Arizona law that automatically changes key estate plan provisions relating to your ex-spouse and their relatives. Other legal documents and assets may also be affected. After a divorce, getting help from an experienced estate plan… Read More

When you create an estate plan, your estate planning attorney guides you through the process of putting the right legal documents in place to protect yourself and your loved ones for the future. Knowing what to expect in the estate planning process can help you anticipate your attorney’s questions and collect the information you need to provide.… Read More

A thoughtful estate plan provides significant peace of mind that the plan protects you and your loved ones for the future. Unfortunately, estate planning mistakes can completely undermine the legal protections that a solid estate plan provides. Read on to learn about the three most common estate planning mistakes to avoid. Mistake #1: Thinking that… Read More

The court-appointed personal representative of an Arizona estate has substantial legal and fiduciary duties under state law for administering and settling a decedent’s estate. The laws provide that an individual who serves in that position may receive payment for the work performed, but there are limitations on the amount of compensation a person… Read More

Avoiding probate is an important estate planning goal for many individuals. But do you know why it is beneficial to avoid probate? In the discussion that follows, we explain the reasons to establish an estate plan that avoids the probate process — and how you can accomplish that goal. What Is Probate? The term probate (or probate administration)… Read More