Thinking about what would happen to your family, property, and responsibilities if you were no longer here is not always comfortable. Still, having a clear plan can make important decisions easier for the people you care about and give you greater confidence about how your wishes will be handled. Estate planning can help you decide […]
Wills and Trusts in Huntsville, AL for Life’s Big Changes Read More »
You filed a trademark application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Then you waited. And waited. 😉 Finally, you received an email from the USPTO. But instead of telling you that your trademark was approved, the email says an Office Action has been issued. That may have been a little upsetting, maybe scary. So, now
Got a USPTO Office Action? What Alabama business owners need to know Read More »
Most business owners assume that once the USPTO approves a trademark, the protection lasts forever. It doesn’t. A federal trademark registration requires ongoing upkeep on a set schedule, and while the USPTO does send an email reminder ahead of each deadline, that single email is easy to miss if it lands in a spam folder,
Trademark Renewals: Why Your Registration Isn’t “Set It and Forget It” Read More »
If you live in Alabama and you are starting to think about estate planning, you have probably asked yourself one big question: do I need a will, a trust, or both? This is one of the most common questions we hear at Huntsville Estate Planning Lawyer, LLC. The truth is, there is no one size
Will vs Trust in Alabama: Which one do you need? Read More »
Life can change quickly after the loss of a loved one, and many families suddenly find themselves responsible for tasks they have never handled before. During this time, it is common to search for answers about estate administration or even look online for a probate lawyer near me to better understand the next steps. At
What Is Probate? An Essential Guide for Families in Huntsville, AL Read More »
Most families don’t fall apart because of grief. They fall apart because of paperwork, or more specifically, the lack of it. You’ve probably pictured how things will go after you’re gone: everyone gathers, shares stories, splits things up peacefully, and moves on. But estate attorneys see a different pattern play out constantly. Siblings who haven’t
5 Signs Your Family is Heading For Disaster After Your Death Read More »
If you’ve spent any time building a brand, you’ve probably heard that you should “trademark” your name, logo, or slogan. I know, because I’ve consulted with several Huntsville, Alabama business owners who start the conversation with, “I was told I need a trademark.” That advice is usually correct — but it comes with a catch
3 Things a Trademark Does Not Protect Read More »
A few months ago, someone sat across from me and asked a question I hear more often than you might think. Their parent had passed away, and I just gave them the difficult news that we would have to go through the probate process. “My parents had a trust,” they said. “Why are we having
Does a Trust Avoid Probate? Not if it isn’t funded. Read More »
You’ve built something. Maybe it’s a business name you’ve been using for years, a logo you’re proud of, or a phrase that customers recognize instantly. And now you’re wondering: Is it protected? This is one of the most common questions that comes up for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and even established companies in the Huntsville and
Trademark Registration: What every business owner needs to know Read More »
If you work at Redstone Arsenal, you have spent years building real financial security. If you are like many of my clients, you have lived frugally while amassing a sizeable retirement fund. Your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) balance, your Fidelity or TIAA brokerage accounts, your home in Madison County, your pension or FERS annuity: these
Revocable Living Trust for Redstone Arsenal Federal Employees and Contractors Read More »
You want an estate plan that protects your family and assets. I help you plan for the unexpected and inevitable through estate planning, so that you can save money, save time, and avoid fear and uncertainty.
