Carrie Baney

After years of contemplating, Tina has finally decided to open a bakery. She has the recipes, baking prowess, and determination to make it a success; the only thing she’s missing is the perfect place to make it a reality. After a long search, Tina finally finds it – it’s in a busy area, rent seems …

Commercial Leases – Three Red Flags to Watch Out ForRead More

For many, traveling this time of year is a welcome escape from the cold and everyday life. What most travelers do not consider is what should be a relaxing trip could place them in a legally vulnerable situation. If someone becomes ill, has an accident, or dies while traveling and their estate plan is outdated …

Travel with Peace of Mind through Smart Estate PlanningRead More

By: James B. Aird Nobody likes going to the DMV (now Driver and Vehicle Services or DVS), but if you have made a revocable trust the centerpiece of your estate planning, a trip to the DMV might be necessary to ensure your trust is properly funded and avoids probate. Many estate planning clients list one …

Avoiding Probate – Don’t Forget the Cars!Read More

Brief Introduction, History & Policy Rationale It sounds like something that only occurs in property law textbooks: Neighbor A builds a fence, driveway, shed or otherwise possesses Neighbor B’s property, and Neighbor B, as the actual property owner, shrugs it off; what’s the big deal anyway, it’s their property right? Strangely enough, if Neighbor B …

Watch Your Land–Or Your Neighbor Might Claim It: Understanding Adverse PossessionRead More