Need for Estate Planning
I do not intend to be Chicken Little with this post. However in 2011 unless Congress acts to extend the estate tax credit all estates over $1,000,000 in value will be taxed at 55% of the
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The Engel Law Offices Blog, published by Engel Law Offices, covers a variety of legal topics with a focus on estate planning, family law including divorce, and specialized areas such as equine law. It addresses practical legal issues like asset protection, tax implications, and business entity formation for small to medium-sized businesses. The blog also discusses legal challenges in healthcare fraud and offers insights into adapting legal strategies in changing economic conditions. It provides guidance on legal planning for individuals, families, and business owners, emphasizing tailored solutions to protect assets and navigate complex legal environments.
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New York May Finally Have No Fault Divorce
By Engelatty
It appears that the New York Legislature in its final days may have acted positively towards one subject: divorce.
New York was the last state that required fault in order to grant a divorce. This meant that a divorce could…
The audacity of people
By Engelatty
I realize that the story I am about to share may not compare to the swindling that Bernie Madoff executed, but from my perspective it is actually worse. In today’s Syracuse Post Standard, there was an article detailing the scheme…
Equine Law: Am I Just Horsing Around?
By Engelatty
One of my favorite areas of practice is my equine law specialty. No, I am not just horsing around!
Since 1977, my family has owned and raced thoroughbred horses. We have been fortunate enough to race horses throughout North America…
Legal Planning in a Different Economy
By Engelatty
When I look around my community, I see a totally new and evolving economic paradigm. Sure there are layoffs everywhere. Circuit City closes and there are 30,000 fewer jobs. Magna may close their local plant eliminating what at its height…
Law Office Technology Part 2
By Engelatty
My last blog post dealt with some basic technology in order for a practice to hit the ground running. We will now discuss certain additional applications to make running an office more seamless as well as effective.
As I said…
Basic Office Technology for a Solo
By Engelatty
It is somewhat ironic that I am writing a blog on the importance of technology to practicing law as a solo while Legal Tech is presently underway. Legal Tech is the largest conference regarding practicing law and the use of…
WHY LAW AND WHY SPECIALIZE?
By Engelatty
More often than not, people I meet invariably ask me what I do for a living. It is common place to ask that question, because it allows you to learn more about the person you are interacting with. I always…
The Importance of CLE
By Engelatty
The Importance of CLE
I am on my way to attend the Heckerling Institute put on by the University of Miami School of Law. I will be spending the week in Orlando ( I know, hate me if you must…
Some more about me and my practice
By Engelatty
Welcome to my blog! I want to thank you for taking the time to learn about me and the services that Engel Law Offices can provide you in developing and protecting your wealth. It is important for you to know…