"The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of convenience and comfort, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy." Martin Luther King, Jr.
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You’ve gotten over the initial shock of realizing that your marriage is over. Now what? Well, now you have some tough decisions to make starting with what do you want out of the divorce. Some preliminary matters to work though include who stays in the house, who gets physical custody of the children, who gets possession of the family pet, and how will the assets/debts be divided.
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The Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) is part of the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020, which Congress added to the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (“NDAA”). The CTA requires Beneficial Ownership Disclosure (“BOD”) of all reporting companies. To keep it simple a reporting company is any corporation, LLC, or other similar entity formed with any state or foreign government. A beneficial owner of this kind of company is any person or entity with over 25% ownership.
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Although no one gets married planning for a divorce, sometimes people are better off apart. Maybe they’re better as friends or maybe they’re so toxic together that divorce is the healthiest option for everyone involved. The end of a relationship – even more so a marriage – can be a tough thing to process both mentally and emotionally.
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The holiday season is upon us, and we’re just as excited about Santa’s arrival as you are! Did you know that Santa’s Naughty and Nice list isn’t only for children? That’s right. Santa’s also making a list of parents dealing with custody issues, and he’s checking it twice.
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Sure, the holiday season is great and all, but it is time for the annual Skeen Firm Holiday Primer. Your yearly gift guide of how to holiday the right and legal way. While we do not guarantee results by any means, we wish you a happy, safe, and lawyer-free holiday season.
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An essential estate package consists of five documents: a Last Will and Testament, a Durable Power of Attorney, a Durable Healthcare Power of Attorney, a HIPAA Release form and a Final Disposition Instruction sheet.
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Odds are when you think of custody, you think of physical custody — the person with whom the child resides. Did you know there are two types of custody with seven variations? At the most basic level, a Court will decide what is in the child’s best interest. This will include whether one or both parents have physical custody -- that is the time each parent should spend with the child. The Court will also decide whether it’s better for one or both parents to have legal custody.
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Happy New Year! We look forward to serving and achieving our client's goals in 2021.
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Christmas is right around the corner! Yikes! Maybe you’re in the group of folks who have already finished your shopping and have a mound of beautifully wrapped presents under your tree or maybe you’re in the “I shop on Christmas Eve” club and aren’t sweating the details just yet. Regardless of where you fall, you’ve most likely made all of your holiday arrangements and are looking forward to spending some quality time with your family. If you share custody of your children with your ex, maybe you’re counting down the hours or days until you see your children for Christmas.
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This holiday season is unlike any we have seen. But as we move through the various holidays recognized in December it is important to remember their purpose. Charity, humanity, and family are the reason the holidays exist in the first place.
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Most small business owners wonder what they can do to decrease their taxes. The best answer for all small business owners is simple: Focus on growing revenue and you will find taxes will not matter. Following this philosophy is all the more important for start-ups. In the first five years of business, growth can fix most issues. Growth, not decreased taxes, is the lifeblood of your business.
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Check out The Skeen Firm’s divorce guide. Contact us today at info@theskeenfirm.com or 724-550-6970 if you have questions about your unique situation.
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They say to everything there is a season. The same can be said for your divorce. There are three seasons to a divorce: pre-, pending, and post-divorce. Just as each season in life has its own set of characteristics, each divorce season has its own type of support.
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As we approach the Fourth of July weekend, it is important to remember that we’re celebrating the birth of American independence. The weather forecast looks great, so enjoy some time with your family outdoors!
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We are pleased to announce The Skeen Firm has expanded by opening an office in Cranberry Township on July 1, 2020. This move furthers our mission of providing everyday legal services for the everyday resident of southwestern Pennsylvania. We look forward to serving clients in Butler and Beaver Counties.
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While you’ve heard of the Miranda warnings, do you know what the O’Connell warnings are? The O’Connell warnings are read when an officer arrests you for suspected DUI and requests you submit to a chemical test to determine the amount of alcohol or detect the presence of a controlled substance in your system
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Washington, Pennsylvania: The Skeen Firm PLLC today announced that Crystal Lee McLaughlin will be joining The Firm as a Partner, chairing the Family Law and Criminal Law practices, effective May 7, 2020.
Read MoreFew things are certain in these unprecedent times. One thing is. Forgiveness under the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) is likely subject to heightened scrutiny. What are some steps small businesses can take now to ensure proper PPP compliance?
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You filed Articles of Organization for your own LLC, saving yourself a lot of money. Great! Now you can run the business of your dreams without the fear of impact to your personal assets. Well, not completely.
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