“I LOVE YOU WILLS”: A NOT-SO-FUNNY VALENTINE In honor of Valentine’s Day, we will focus on the trappings of so-called “I Love You Wills”. An “I Love You Will” is a simplified Last Will and Testament that directs that upon your death, everything in your name will be left to your spouse. Your spouse typically… Read more »
Civil litigation is the formal process for dispute resolution, typically through the court system, but sometimes through alternative dispute resolution systems, such as arbitration. If there is a contract between the parties in dispute, the contract may specify that arbitration rather than a lawsuit must be pursued to resolve disputes between the parties. Arbitration is less… Read more »
When working with a closing agent such as a title company or law firm, one of the first steps in their closing process should always be to order, review and circulate a title search or commitment. A title search is prepared to include a list of items that must be resolved, prior to issuing the… Read more »
Closing with Clarity: Understanding Common Title Defects Title defects are every buyer and seller’s nightmare. Despite the best efforts of previous owners and closing agents, there are several reasons why a title defect can still arise. While some are bigger and more costly to resolve, the headaches and heartaches these unpleasant surprises cause when they… Read more »
In the dynamic world of real estate, where properties change hands and fortunes are made, the foundation of every transaction lies in the legal intricacies surrounding deeds. Real estate deeds are the key to unlocking the transfer of property ownership, and a meticulous understanding of the associated transactions is paramount for any law firm aiming… Read more »
