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McMechan Law , stays relevant to our clients by writing articles within the realms of residential and commercial real estate, estate planning, wills and trusts. We hope this content can inform and encourage you to learn more about our services. We also serve as a business lawyer assisting clients of all sizes.
Navigating the Sale of Your Business: Key Steps and Considerations
“Should I sell my business?” Perhaps, the time may come to consider selling. However, the process can be complex, requiring thorough preparation to ensure a smooth experience. Preparing the business for sale not only establishes a strong foundation for negotiations...
Business Law
Frequently Asked Questions About Business Law: Business law is the body of law that governs commercial transactions and the relationships between businesses, individuals, and the government. It encompasses a wide range of topics, including contracts,...
US Moves Closer to National Ban on Non Competes, with Influential New York Ban
New York’s newest ban on non-compete agreements is expected to have a significant impact on businesses and workers in the state, is part of a larger national movement, and may influence that movement positively. The ban, which is awaiting Governor Kathy Hochul’s...
Perilous Effects of New Communication Models, from New Generations to Covid effects
The article discusses the importance of companies being aware of the new channels of communication that their employees are using, such as messaging and chat tools. The article also emphasizes that all corporate communications may be discoverable, even if they are...
Trusts vs. Wills: Understanding the Key Differences in Estate Planning
Introduction: Estate planning is a crucial aspect of managing your assets and ensuring your wishes are fulfilled after you pass away. Two common tools used in estate planning are trusts and wills. While both serve the purpose of distributing your assets, they differ...
What You Should Know About Life Insurance
According to a study by PolicyGenius, 40% of people with life insurance regret not buying a policy sooner.Life insurance offers consumers peace of mind that they can leave money behind for loved ones when they die.According to Lincoln Advantage, funeral costs alone...
How Do I Get My Relative Off the Title to My Home? Or the Problems With Concurrent Ownership
Recently a person came to me with this conundrum, and its not uncommon as far as questions go. Lots of people get help buying their first home from relatives, who insist on being on the title or put themselves on the title when they said they wouldn’t, and you find...
How To Start a Business
Need a business defense attorney in Aurora CO? You’ve probably run into partner troubles, like a unilateral dissolution or breakup of the company, or an improper dissolution leading to a receivership. Maybe you didn’t have a business divorce as they call it, but your...
What Is a Will? Better ask an Attorney
It is almost better to ask, “why do I need a Will?” Most of us know that a Will is a legal document. It leaves instructions to your representative, or secondary, or third representative, and if the Will is used properly it is used by your representative to establish...
What is a Trust, and, Do I need a Trust
A Trust is an instrument of contract used to secure a sum of money, held by a third party, for the future use of your beneficiaries. Trusts have been around since Roman times, so they aren’t a new thing. There are Trusts that exist during your lifetime, and the more...