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How to Make an Estate Plan in the Wake of Death in a Family

Planning for death is a morbid thought, but actually doing it is taking responsibility. Many Raleigh families decide that it is time to create their own estate plan after the loss of a loved one. Watching how difficult the process can be without an estate plan can be scary. As an estate planning attorney, I [...]

2018-03-05T14:30:00+00:00March 5th, 2018|Uncategorized|

3 Potential Scenarios of What Happens If You Die Without a Will

Many individuals don’t have a will because they figure that it isn’t their concern. When they pass away, someone else will take care of the situation. Many believe that because people die every day, it can’t be that difficult. As an estate planning attorney in the Triangle area, the Thornton Law Firm tries to educate [...]

2018-02-23T16:07:20+00:00February 23rd, 2018|Uncategorized|

Do you need an attorney when you draft and file your small business documents?

Starting a new business is an exciting endeavor.  As a small business serving the Triangle Area the Thornton Law Firm specializes in small business setup and the drafting of the various documents needed.  Many new business owners wonder if they can save more money by drafting and filing small business paperwork without an attorney.  The [...]

2018-02-20T16:09:10+00:00February 20th, 2018|Uncategorized|

3 Questions to Ask Before Buying a Business in the Triangle

Buying a business is a major decision for someone to make, and it’s not one that should be made without careful consideration and planning. Any successful entrepreneur got where they are by doing one thing consistently: asking questions. Business people shaking hands In my experience at Thornton Law Firm, Triangle entrepreneurs will likely [...]

2018-02-13T14:35:11+00:00February 13th, 2018|Uncategorized|

4 Common Reasons the Probate Process is Delayed

  Estate planning is beneficial for many reasons, one of them being that it will help the probate process go a bit smoother in its time. People often assume that it is always a lengthy, drawn out process that will be a headache. While that can happen sometimes, it doesn’t have to be the [...]

2018-02-12T16:23:35+00:00February 9th, 2018|Uncategorized|

3 Big Risks for Business Owners in the Triangle

The entrepreneurial spirit is the catalyst for great change in the world. Small business owners dream of success when they embark on their path. There are, however, many risks to consider. At Thornton Law Firm, I help many small business owners during the first stages of their business planning and throughout the life of their [...]

2018-01-24T01:33:48+00:00January 24th, 2018|Acquisitions|

What Happens During the Probate Process?

Many Raleigh estate planning attorneys have their clients use wills to pass their assets onward to their heirs after their death.  Wills are a great tool, but assets subject to them are required to go through the probate process after the individual passes away. As the owner of a Raleigh estate planning law firm, the [...]

2018-01-04T14:30:41+00:00January 4th, 2018|Estate Planning|

What is the Difference Between a Will and a Living Trust?

Estate planning shouldn’t be as confusing as it is.  As a Raleigh estate planning attorney, I regularly deal with people who are simply trying to set things up so that things will be easier for their loved ones when they do die. One of the top topics that my customers struggle with is the differences [...]

2018-01-03T01:00:09+00:00January 3rd, 2018|Estate Planning|

What Does an Estate Planning Attorney Do?

Legal terms regularly sound rather confusing to consumers which makes them hesitate in getting an attorney, even when they need one. One of the more confusing terms is estate planning. What is estate planning? As an estate planning attorney in Raleigh, let me help break that term down a bit. Estate planning law simply means [...]

2017-12-27T15:25:31+00:00December 27th, 2017|Uncategorized|

Top Areas in the Triangle that Need Help with Estate Planning

Typically, an estate planning attorney will work within a 15-mile radius of their home. When the attorney meets with a client, they ask the client to come meet in their office. This practice, while convenient for the attorney, can cause headaches for the client in that they often have to take valuable time off work [...]

2017-12-14T21:45:43+00:00December 14th, 2017|Uncategorized|
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