If you are the named Executor under a will this is intended to give you guidance on what you should expect to occur during the estate administration process. Initially, you will need to obtain a death certificate from the funeral Read More …
Author: Steven R. Blair
Litigation War Stories
A large part of my practice over the years has involved litigation. Typical of any young lawyer, there are two primary problems facing a sole practitioner starting in litigation practice. The first is getting clients. The second is knowing how to handle the Read More …
Checklist for Preparing a Will, Power of Attorney and Living Will
Before meeting with a lawyer (and I do strongly recommend using a lawyer) about your will, power of attorney and living will a/k/a advance health care directive, there a number of things to think about. With respect to a will, Read More …
Considerations in Filing or Defending a Lawsuit
FILING A LAWSUIT Deciding to file a lawsuit or being sued is never a pleasant, easy experience. If a person has been harmed he assumes the role of plaintiff. There are several types of litigation my law office in Lancaster, Read More …
Legal Tips for Buying or Starting a Business
The decision to buy or start a business involves many considerations, including the likelihood of success, available capital, and the amount of time required to make the business a financial success. When it comes to the legal aspects of buying Read More …
Estate Planning Considerations
Most of my clients in Lancaster, Pennsylvania who desire an effective estate plan can achieve their goals with well-crafted wills, powers of attorneys and advance health directives. There is no advantage to having a living trust from an inheritance tax Read More …
Issues to Consider Before Filing for Divorce
Often times in my divorce/family law practice I am asked whether I would recommend filing for divorce when there is no agreement between the spouses as to the division of marital assets and debts and the amount and length of alimony. My response is Read More …
Wills, Powers of Attorney & Advance Care Health Directives
Most people do not have wills, powers of attorney and advance health directives. This can create unintended consequences in a variety of ways. For example, if a person who is married and has children should die his or her spouse Read More …