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Selecting a Trustee
A Trustee should be someone that a client trusts and believes can work well with the beneficiaries of the trust. The decision as to whom should be appointed as a Trustee is something that should be carefully considered and not made lightly. Below is a brief discussion...
Do it Yourself Estate Planning Documents: A Cautionary Tale
Over the last several years, legal services have been developing online as a response to people not wanting to spend money on attorney’s fees. Although people wish to avoid these fees, in some cases, the fees are only a fraction of what would ultimately be paid...
2021 Updates in the Law and the Firm
Update in the Law In 2021 the federal gift, estate and Generation Skipping Transfer tax applicable exclusion amounts will increase to $11.7 million per person ($23.4 million for a married couple). It is important to note that there is a sunset provision on this tax...
Choosing Business Entities
When deciding to open a business, there are a number of different entities from which to choose from. There are advantages and disadvantages to certain entities and this document will provide a brief overview of the different entities and other things that a new...
Horses as Attractive Nuisance
A commonly asked question in the equine world is “what is my liability if someone trespasses onto my land and gets hurt by my horse?” Typically, if we invite someone onto our land, we must take some care to keep them safe. But when someone enters our land without our...
What To Do When You Know You Are Dying
When someone knows that their time on this earth is coming to an end, they are overcome with a number of emotions. They often reflect on their lives and the road that led them to where they are now. This time can also be difficult for the person’s family and so they...
What Happens if you Die Without a Will in New Hampshire
If you die without a Will, the laws of Intestacy apply and the court will tell you where your assets will go after your death. If you die with a Will, you are telling the court how you want your assets distributed and the court needs to allow it. If however you have a...
Estate Planning for New Parents
When parents have their first child they are overcome with joy, and in some sense, a deep worry as to the well being of the child if anything were to happen to them. Understanding this concern, we have developed a process to help new parents achieve peace of mind that...
COVID-19: Our Commitment To Keeping You (and us) Safe
The world as we know it is not canceled. It is just evolving. During this time of uncertainty (and relative panic), we are still open for business, but it is not business as usual. We are taking measures to ensure that the safety of our staff and clients are at the...
Sowerby & Moustakis Law, PLLC – In the News
As many know, we had some exciting changes at the turn of the decade, and most notably is the law firm’s change of name from Sowerby Law Office, PLLC to Sowerby & Moustakis Law, PLLC. In fact, the Union Leader, The Patch, The Telegraph and the Dedham Times all had...