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As an estate planning attorney, I think a lot about protecting my family and my assets. This summer is no exception. Travel season is in high gear, and many of us are hitting the road (plane or cruise ship) on vacation. Sadly it is in high gear for pickpockets and...

We all know the growing concerns about pollinators, including bees, butterflies (especially the gorgeous Monarchs), bats, and more. Sometimes it feels like this problem is so big that no single individual can make a difference, but that’s not the case. Together we can...

As an estate planning attorney, I help my clients protect their hard-earned assets and loved ones. That’s pretty serious stuff. But that is not to say there can’t be a “lighter side” to estate planning in the form of unique bequests that make you smile or laugh. Here...

Many see spring as a time to get ready to spend time outdoors, do some home maintenance chores, and make plans for summer vacation.  A few items you might want to add to your spring to-do list include: Get your bicycle (and the kids’ bikes) tuned up. The bike shops...

Every year I look forward to March because, for the most part, it’s a month filled with fun, and the promise of spring is right around the corner. As a basketball fan, I love March Madness.  And even if we have cold and dreary days, I know spring is coming, and I...

Jewelry Store, Florist or Attorney's Office - Which Will You Choose? The mid-February holiday, dreaded by some, and embraced by others, has been around for a long time. I thought it would be fun to dig up some facts and legends about this holiday. According to legend...

The article also provided science-backed exercises designed to help address and improve the relationships in your universe. So if you're thinking of taking one step towards a happier and healthier life, consider cultivating warm relationships. Here are a few ideas to...

Hello everyone,Tis the season of gift giving.  If you are planning on handing out significant gifts of property, assets, or money to your children, grandchildren, or whomever this holiday season you should check out the following: First, let's talk about gift taxes. A...

Hello everyone,When I joined the Ohio State Bar Association (OSBA) and the American Bar Association (ABA) early in my career, I did so because I thought it would help me professionally. And, of course, it has. I’ve learned much and made solid business connections over...

Tips for Year-End Planning (And a recipe for spiced tea to sip while you're thinking about it!) Hello everyone,You probably haven’t given any thought to your year-end financial planning.  It’s only early October, right? But, we all know, it’s a scientific fact that...