Reasons to Hire an Estate Planning Attorney
One main reason to hire an estate planning attorney is that estate law can be very intricate. If you do not have strong knowledge of what these documents should look like and what you want to be done then you could be setting yourself up for a huge loss. You need an attorney to understand …
What is a Living Trust?
A living trust is a legal document created by a person during their lifetime that states what happens to their assets, who has control over it, and how it’s distributed during their life and after death. The grantor designates a trustee to manage these assets for the beneficiary. There are two types of living trusts, …
Is It Better To Have A Will Or A Trust?
Both a will and trust can carry a lot of importance in a person’s life. Whether a will or trust is better, will depend on a person’s needs and concerns of what may happen to their assets and inheritance. What may be good for one may not apply to another, but both will help protect …
The Importance of a Durable Power of Attorney
A durable power of attorney is important because if one is to become incapacitated the person chosen to be POA will still be able to make decisions beyond that point. A Durable Power of Attorney will be able to make medical emergency decisions and make sure one’s finances are handled. Having someone assigned as a …
How to Get a Felony Record Sealed in Michigan
The application process for getting a criminal record sealed in Michigan can be rigorous. The process requires a lot of paperwork and additional fees. In order to get your record expunged, you must first be eligible to start the process. Generally, if you have one felony or two misdemeanor offenses, you can apply for expungement …
Do I Need a Criminal Attorney?
You will need a criminal attorney to represent you if you are charged with either of the two categories of criminal law: a misdemeanor or a felony. Both felony charges and misdemeanor charges can end with a prison sentence or serious consequences. A good criminal defense lawyer will do whatever it takes to prove your …
State Shutdowns, Holidays and Domestic Violence
The past 9 months have been difficult in so many ways. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused us to lose loved ones to illness, kept us apart from each other and some had to adjust to working from home. It has also forced those in abusive relationships to be trapped in their home with their abusive …
What Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer Do?
Anyone that has been accused of a crime has a right to have a criminal defense lawyer represent and guide them throughout the criminal justice process. If the defendant is unable to afford a private attorney then a public defender will be appointed to their case. What Your Criminal Defense Lawyer Will Do For You …