by gretawalker | Jun 5, 2020 | Estate Planning/Probate, Legal Corner
By the time this article is published, our state will likely be coming out of isolation and reopening businesses. Unfortunately, many people who have suffered the loss of a loved one will begin the process of managing the estate. Part of this process involves filing...
by gretawalker | Mar 31, 2020 | Legal Corner
A Power of Attorney, sometimes called a POA, is a document that allows another person to take action on your behalf. POAs are typically used for estate planning purposes but can also be used for other circumstances. Sometimes POAs become effective immediately and...
On behalf of Hoffman Walker & Smith | Jan 7, 2020 | Criminal Defense, Legal Corner, Uncategorized
One of the most common questions encountered by Criminal Law Attorneys is, “Should I talk to law enforcement?” The question arises in multiple fact scenarios from being pulled over for suspicion of driving under the influence to being contacted regarding witnessing an...
On behalf of Hoffman Walker & Smith | Dec 12, 2019 | Legal Corner, Uncategorized
The holidays are upon us, and young hearts are dreaming of diamond rings under the tree. Christmas and New Year’s Eve are some of the most common days to pop the question. I don’t want to be the Grinch, but I thought it might be useful to discuss what happens if the...
On behalf of Hoffman Walker & Smith | Nov 7, 2019 | Legal Corner
Yes!! You really need a Will. Now for the long explanation. People often think a Will is unnecessary if their property if jointly titled and beneficiaries are named on accounts and policies. Generally, this is correct, but what if both people die, or if there is...
On behalf of Hoffman Walker & Smith | Oct 16, 2019 | Legal Corner, Uncategorized
Smartphones have not just revolutionized the way that humans share information and communicate with one another but have also changed the way teenagers romantically connect. Instead of spending long hours speaking on a land line, teens of today are more likely to...
On behalf of Hoffman Walker & Smith | Sep 8, 2019 | Legal Corner
Picture this: You’re 41 years old with two children in grade school, a spouse, a house, 2 cars, a boat, and various financial assets all of which are in your name. You handle all of the financial management in your home. Your spouse is in charge of the household...
On behalf of Hoffman Walker & Smith | Sep 8, 2019 | Legal Corner
Most of us have witnessed the dramatic implosion of a divorcing couple. There are often threats of violence or financial ruin. Children are used as pawns. Reputations become ruined. Through the traditional litigation approach, the parties place their lives and...
On behalf of Hoffman Walker & Smith | Aug 9, 2019 | Firm News, Legal Corner, Uncategorized
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On behalf of Hoffman Walker & Smith | Jun 20, 2019 | Legal Corner
Let’s face it, no one likes the thought of a prenuptial agreement when they are planning a wedding. The most common argument against them is that contracting for the possibility of divorce creates negativity around what should be one of the happiest times in a...
