Attorneys, like doctors, receive a license to practice their profession by the governing agency which oversees their performance of the duties. In the State of California, the California State Bar issues a license to an attorney to practice law under the direction of the California Supreme Court. This license is issued to an individual who…
In litigation, the opposing parties continue to ask the Judge to determine “what is the agreement of the parties?” In business and in personal dealings, many individuals believe that a handshake or oral promises suffice; they learn too late that this is not the case. Individuals and companies need to have written agreements in place…
Each and every month, several readers and clients ask me the following question: “Is it true that incorporating in Nevada is best?” This question is prompted by the various ads on radio and in newspapers about the “benefits” of incorporating in Nevada. It is time to put these false and misleading statements to rest! The…
During the past year and a half that I have been writing this column, I have suggested several times that business operators and owners meet with a lawyer to perform a “legal check up” of their business operations. Several people have contacted me and asked that I explain what I mean by having a “legal…
