Insights
Why Estate Planning Still Matters, Even With a Mega Exemption
With the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), the federal estate and gift tax exemption is slated to increase permanently to $15 million per person (or $30 million per married couple) starting in 2026. For many high net worth families, this shift is being hailed as a long-awaited alleviation from looming estate tax concerns.
Wills, Trusts & Real Life: Why Planning Isn’t Just for the Wealthy
There’s a common misconception that estate planning, especially using trusts, is only for the ultra-wealthy. But if you own a home, have children, or simply
How Project Management is Changing the Legal Industry
When I tell people I’m a project manager at a law firm, I usually get one of two reactions: a confused, “So you’re a paralegal?”
Arbitration: The Legal Trap Hiding in Your Contract
Arbitration is often sold as efficient, fair, and business-friendly. In theory, it offers a streamlined process without the burdens of courtroom litigation. But in reality,
Autorenewal Contracts: Watch Out for These Business Traps
Ever signed up for a service like software, equipment leasing, or a vendor contract, only to realize it has quietly renewed itself? Those are autorenewal
The DOJ’s Cross-Border Data Rule Takes Hold: What U.S. Companies Must Know Now
As of July 8, 2025, the Department of Justice’s Final Rule on protecting U.S. sensitive personal and government-related data from foreign adversaries is no longer
When Derivative Actions Cross the Line: South Carolina’s New Standard for Shareholder Standing
Not every shareholder lawsuit is a good-faith effort to protect a company’s interests. Sometimes, it is something else entirely: a strategic play in a broader