According to a Pew Research survey, 40% of new marriages in the United States are second (or subsequent) marriages for at least one of the spouses. Currently, more than 42 million people in the United States are remarried. This dynamic has placed more adults in need of solid techniques for estate planning for second marriages […]
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Common Disputes That Lead To Estate Litigation
A Last Will and Testament (Will) and trust documents protect and give people control over their assets, even after their death. Unfortunately, disagreements regarding estates may give rise to estate litigation. Beneficiaries and others who believe they deserve a share of the estate may contest a Will or litigate a Trust. Estate litigation can have […]
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Understanding Special Needs Trusts
A Special Needs Trust can be a powerful tool to allow a recipient of public funds to have a better quality of life without jeopardizing their benefits. However, special needs trusts are highly complex and must comply with various requirements to fulfill their objective. Many people turn to a special needs attorney for help creating […]
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Selecting The Best State To Incorporate A Business
After selecting the type of business you want to form, the next step is to select the best state to incorporate your business. A knowledgeable and experienced business attorney with Harrison Law, PLLC can help you understand all of your legal and financial options and make recommendations based on your particular situation. Consider contacting our […]
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Why You Need a Business Startup Attorney
Forming a new business is an exciting time in any entrepreneur’s life. Those hoping to set their small business up for success from the start may be interested in obtaining a business startup attorney as soon as possible. A business startup attorney that specializes in small businesses could help your business thrive from the very […]
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High Tech Office Leasing
Technology companies are driving a new boom in commercial real estate leasing, as these businesses look to expand with new office spaces. The tech industry has been the main driving force of the commercial real estate market since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the JLL Technology Research Group. Tech companies who are […]
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Creditors and Your Estate Plan
An estate plan leaves behind a legacy for family members and close friends. Many individuals take time to address their wealth and assets but fail to consider outstanding debts. Those debts can haunt your beneficiaries, distracting from your initial intentions. The experienced Arizona estate planning attorneys at Harrison Law, PLLC, can help you handle […]
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Want to Invest in a Franchise? Read This First
Franchises drive a significant segment of the modern business world, generating more than 40 percent of retail sales (or nearly $1 trillion) in the U.S alone. The right franchise opportunity can provide an ideal entry into business ownership by giving you all the ready-made tools and processes necessary for success. The right franchise can also […]
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The Succession Plan: An Estate Plan for Your Business
Many people understand the importance of creating a clear, comprehensive estate plan for their personal life. Ideally, you’ve already taken steps to prepare your Last Will and Testament, Financial Power of Attorney, Healthcare Power of Attorney, and any living trusts you wish to fund for your beneficiaries. Have you applied the same thoughtfulness and […]
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Your College-Aged Child Needs an Estate Plan and POA
Many people start thinking about estate planning and Powers of Attorney (POA) issues only after they have reached a certain age and/or financial status. While this timing may seem reasonable, it also exposes those individuals to unnecessary risks earlier in life. If your child has reached college age, you should view this juncture as the […]
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Statute of Limitations and Filing of Probate
During the course of the estate practice of our firm, we have often observed individuals who delay the distribution of a deceased loved one’s estate plan. It is understandable that a person may want to take some time to mourn, prepare emotionally to wrap up the deceased individual’s affairs, and to organize the needed […]
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Creating and Maintaining an Emergency File
Proper estate planning can prove critical for the long-term happiness, security, and stability of your surviving loved ones. However, the legal documents and structures commonly associated with an estate plan are not the only documents that would assist if an emergency event occurs. Even the most scrupulously prepared Wills, Trusts, and Powers of Attorney […]
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The importance of updating your estate plan
As I often mention during the meeting when clients sign their estate plan documents, that an estate plan is “not designed to be set in stone forever.” For the most part, estate plans and their respective documents are designed to evolve as the individual’s life changes. Without the ability to amend or revise the documents, and as the years pass by, an estate plan becomes outdated and practically useless.
Oftentimes an outdated estate plan causes logistical problems for those individuals in areas of responsibility as they attempt to unravel what should occur. Unfortunately, it also leads to the estate ending
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Articles of Incorporation: Starting your new Limited Liability Company
If you’ve chosen to organize your business as a limited liability company in Arizona, there are a number of steps you must take to launch your new enterprise. The Articles of Incorporation is one of the first – and most important – legal documents you must prepare and file with the Arizona Corporation Commission for approval.
All states require new corporations to file Articles of Incorporation with the appropriate state authority. Although the requirements vary from state to state, Articles of Incorporation for a limited liability company generally serve the same purpose in all jurisdictions:
- Create
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Important First Steps When Starting A Business
Begin Several Months in Advance For the majority of entrepreneurs and new business owners, time is a precious commodity. Finding time is a challenge. When launching a new business, it is critically important to follow a proper timeline. Failure to execute the new business start-up steps in advance and also in the correct order can […]
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Important Statutes of Limitation for Arizona
Although no company likes to contemplate the idea of being sued or pursuing a lawsuit, it is often an inevitable part of the cost of doing business. When a dispute arises, an important first step is determining the deadline for filing a claim. This deadline is known as a “statute of limitations.” If an individual/company […]
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