David Stonecipher

Probate can take time, add costs, and create extra work for loved ones during an already difficult time. That’s why people often want to know how to avoid it.

A consulting agreement is a contract between a service provider, such as an independent contractor, and a recipient.

Let's walk through how much it costs to change your name by situation, what you'll pay to update your documents, and how to keep your total expenses as low as possible.

A Living Trust lets you decide now what happens to your home, savings, and other assets when you die.

Before you decide what to do about a traffic ticket, take a breath and seek some advice. Every situation is different, so ask a lawyer to explain your options.

Fiduciary and trustees are similar concepts, but have key differences. A Trustee is a type of fiduciary. Every Trustee is a fiduciary, but not every fiduciary is a Trustee.

Hold harmless agreements can help reduce a business's liability by having signatories accept a certain amount of risk.

Et al. on a deed means there are unnamed co-owners listed on your property title. Learn what it means and how to remove et al from deed paperwork.

Divorce costs depend on lawyer fees, court costs, and the level of conflict between you and your spouse. Read to find out more.

Knowing how to franchise your business takes more than enthusiasm. It takes documented systems, legal preparation, and the right partners.

A mistake in your Will could leave your loved ones facing legal issues during one of the hardest moments in their lives. We’ll explain how to update a Will, and why it’s best to do so with legal help.

In this guide, we walk you through how to transfer property to an LLC in just a few steps, along with key things to watch for so you can make this change with clarity and confidence.

Instead of going through court, your home can pass directly to the people you’ve chosen.

We’ll talk about how to start an LLC for real estate, and go over some concerns about personal liability in case something goes wrong.

Switching an LLC from a disregarded entity to S-Corp tax status is straightforward, but there are many steps, and you should have a lawyer review your existing documents first as there are steps required with the IRS and to your legal documents.