Forming a business partnership is a strategic move that can lead to prosperity and profit. That said, successfully joining forces takes careful consideration and planning. A partnership agreement sets the stage for a mutually beneficial alliance. This document lays...
Keeping You On Track As To Your Legal Matters

Year: 2023
Legal considerations when turning your business into a franchise
Expanding your business through franchising can be a highly lucrative move. Nevertheless, this type of transition presents many issues that demand attention. Before embarking on such a journey, educate yourself to protect your interests. Regulatory compliance...
Protecting the value of your company’s intellectual property
In the competitive business landscape, intellectual property is a valuable asset. IP may serve as your company's market advantage. Understanding the IP your business owns can help you safeguard these important assets. Preserving brand identity Trademarks are symbols,...
Are you getting a good real estate title?
There is much more to real estate than just finding the perfect home or property. Ensuring you get a clear and clean title is a crucial step in this process. A real estate title is essentially a legal document that proves your ownership of the property. The question...
Strategies for reducing or eliminating estate tax in Oregon
When it comes to estate planning, understanding the nuances of taxation is important especially in a state like Oregon. Estate taxes, levied on the transfer of assets upon one's passing, can significantly impact the legacy left behind. However, residents can take...
How can a kick-out clause help homebuyers?
If you have found a property that meets all of your hopes for a home, your real estate contract should work toward your goal of buying it. Since some provisions in a purchase agreement can favor the seller over the buyer, you should know if contract terms such as a...
How to include your pet in your estate plan
According to the United States Census Bureau, over 50 percent of adults ages 25-64 have some type of pet in their homes. These animals provide not only companionship but also share a unique bond that enriches the lives of their owners. While estate planning is mostly...
Who should file the small estate affidavit?
If someone dies in Oregon, their estate often enters probate, allowing the court to facilitate its distribution to heirs and beneficiaries. This process is standard, but there is a quicker option for estates that meet specific value limitations, also called small...
How to respond to a data breach in your business
In today's digital age, data breaches are a major concern for businesses, both large and small. According to Statista, the United States experiences an average of $9.48 million in financial losses from breaches each year. For many businesses, a single incident can...
Why title insurance is important in real estate transactions
When it comes to real estate transactions, one important aspect that often goes unnoticed is title insurance. Title insurance plays an important role in ensuring that the property you are buying or refinancing has a clear and unencumbered ownership history. Title...