The Role of Real Estate Lawyers in Real Estate Transactions
Buying or selling real estate is complicated, and there are plenty of pitfalls that could derail the transaction or leave you with a less advantageous deal than you expected. Because of the risk of loss or damaging litigation, it’s a good idea to retain experienced counsel. But what exactly does a
Financing Your Real Estate Purchase: Options and Strategies
If you’re in the market for real estate, one of the most important decisions you will make is how you plan to finance the purchase. Fortunately, there are numerous options and strategies available, all of which depend largely on the buyer’s objective in acquiring the property. An experienced attorney can negotiate...
Understanding Zoning Laws in Commercial Property Development
Developing commercial property is often accompanied by an array of complex dynamics. One aspect that must be properly dealt with is the set of zoning laws that will govern the operation. Commercial zoning determines how land can be developed and used for business purposes. When zoning requirements are understood and followed,...
The Process for Obtaining a Green Card for a Family Member
If you are either a United States citizen or a permanent resident of the country, you may have the right to sponsor a family member for a Green Card (also known as a Permanent Resident Card). There’s a specific legal process that is involved and not everyone is eligible. But with...
Navigating Real Estate Litigation: Common Disputes and Resolutions
Ideally, real estate deals go smoothly and all parties involved are pleased with the end result. But there are cases in which conflicts arise at various stages of the transaction. Even after the ink is dried and everything appears to be settled, a dispute could turn the deal upside down and lead...
Ask the Divorce Attorney: Do I have to get legally separated before I get divorced?
Some spouses ask whether they have to be legally separated before they can get a divorce. Massachusetts does not have a procedure called legal separation, and a spouse does not need the court’s permission to separate from his or her spouse. However, it is important to draw a distinction among legal separation,...
Documents to Bring to your First Meeting with Your Immigration Lawyer
Immigration cases are complex matters that can dramatically affect the futures of individuals seeking better lives in the United States. Having an experienced immigration lawyer is essential to defending your rights and presenting your best arguments with respect to naturalization, deportation, and other issues. When you meet with your attorney for...
Common Misconceptions About Divorce Litigation Debunked
Divorce is not something that two people believe will happen when they get married. But with nearly half of all marriages ending in divorce, it’s more common than many people realize. If your marriage is coming to an end then you are probably grappling with uncertainty and apprehension. Dispelling some of...
How Your Small Business Can Benefit from a Business Succession Plan
Success in business requires having the foresight to plan for the future. That means preparing for the inevitable changes that your business is likely to experience. Business succession planning is intended to help companies adapt to both unlikely and expected contingencies that will come their way. Implementing a carefully designed succession plan...
Ask the Divorce Attorney: What about Affairs?
Having an affair can do irreparable damage to a marriage. For many divorcing spouses, the consequences don’t end there. LaFountain & Wollman P.C.can tell you what you need to know.
The effects of adultery on divorce outcomes.Some states use evidence of adultery as...