For many people, the concept of starting a trust is confusing enough already without having to decide between revocable vs. irrevocable trusts. Choosing a revocable or irrevocable trust is a big decision when creating a trust to safeguard your assets and avoid the costly probate process. A revocable and irrevocable trust will have benefits …
Under the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, a case may be considered for removal to federal court in certain circumstances. This can be helpful to defendants for several reasons that will be discussed below, and it allows the case to move throughout the federal court system rather than the state court system. Understanding when, how, …
With any relationship, as with that of a lawyer, there is a bit of a trial period where a client gets to see whether or not their lawyer is competent and effectively helps them resolve their legal disputes. While everyone hopes their lawyer will be a great fit as their legal representation, this is …
If you are interested in project mediation and negotiations, you might ask, what is a change order? A change order is an essential part of the project management process. It is a document that outlines a project’s original scope, providing a formal method for adjusting schedules, budgets, and other aspects of the original contract or project …
A trust protector is a relatively new role in the trust industry, which makes defining exactly what a trust protector is a bit arduous. Trusts have become an increasingly common way for people to pass their estates to their heirs. With the rise in the use of trusts, a role has been developed alongside the …
Preemption is a legal principle that has been a topic of discussion in various legal fields for many years. Essentially, federal preemption occurs when federal and state laws conflict. This concept has significant implications in areas such as environmental law, immigration law, and constitutional law. The Two Types of Preemption There are two types of …
Despite being practiced by various cultures and religions throughout history, being married to more than one person at a time, also known as polygamy, is illegal in many countries today, including the United States and most Western countries. Polygamy, the practice of having multiple spouses at the same time, has been a controversial and widely …
Opening statements, whether in a trial or a mediation are the only opportunity for a first impression on the decision-makers in the case, be it the judge, jury, or opposition. First impressions are critical for starting a relationship in any capacity in the right tone. A bad first impression may end up costing someone a …
Legal project management has become a “must-have” for law firms in the present climate. In an increasingly competitive legal landscape, law firms must find ways to stand out from the competition and deliver the best possible service to their clients. One way to achieve this is through the adoption of legal project management (LPM). In …
The two most common methods for settling legal disputes are through settlement conferences and mediation. Though they may appear similar at first glance, there are significant differences between these two processes, which can affect your approach to dispute resolution and the outcome of your case. While both settlement conferences and mediation share some similarities, there are key …
