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One of the most common assets that divorcing couples own is real property.  In many cases, the real property is limited to the marital residence.  However, some cases also involve either residential or commercial investment properties.  In those “more complex” cases, it is important to understand how each investment property and the income it generates will ...

Beginning in 2014, many of you probably read my blog regarding having a checkup for you and, if you have one, your business. This does not involve the doctor, but it does involve all the other professionals in your personal and business life. Based on the positive feedback, I have made this an annual tradition. Some of you said “What a great idea. I am definitel...

The power of lifting up others cannot be overstated. Mentoring and supporting colleagues or subordinates fosters an environment of growth and productivity. This practice not only benefits the individual being supported, but also enriches the overall team dynamics and organizational culture. When individuals are lifted and empowered, they gain confidence, skills, an...

Update as of 12-30-2024 “In light of a recent federal court order, reporting companies are not currently required to file beneficial ownership information with FinCEN and are not subject to liability if they fail to do so while the order remains in force. However, reporting companies may continue to voluntarily submit beneficial ownership information reports.”...

JW Way Fundamental #4: Walk in your clients’ shoes  “See the world from their perspective. Empathize by understanding their fears and concerns and showing you care. Ask, “If I were in their shoes, what would I want to know and how would I want to be treated?”The underlying skill to achieve this JW Way fundamental is empathy.  Back in law school, w...

In a few days it will be Thanksgiving.  And, in 2023, it seems like it will be celebrated in a world gone crazy. When I was thinking about writing about being thankful or expressing gratitude, I looked back to my posts from the week of Thanksgiving in prior years. I can’t say it better, so here is my annual blog for the week of Thanksgiving. This is a good time...

A recent experience reminded me why preparation matters to all of us heading into an important meeting, presentation, or even a networking event. I called a client to set up time to prepare for an essential meeting. The client didn’t understand why we needed to meet and thought we would just meet with the opposing parties and see what they had to say. Even though...

As discussed in my previous article, recent guidance from the Copyright Office and subsequent judicial opinions supporting the Office’s position have made it clear that purely AI-generated works are not protectable by copyright. One of the primary principles underlying this view is the high value placed on human creativity. Copyright law is aimed, first and forem...

I recently read a quote that said something along the lines of anyone living at the edge of their comfort zone has imposter syndrome and if they don’t, they need to go further. The point, of course, is to continually push yourself further and harder, to always be striving for more. If you’re comfortable you may remain so for a time, but someone will come along,...

We all experience inevitable setbacks and unforeseen challenges in various aspects of our lives. Much like weather patterns, disappointments are unpredictable and can come unexpectedly. These disappointments can manifest in personal relationships, career pursuits, or even everyday activities, causing you to feel frustration, sadness, or disillusionment. Weathering ...