Should I Look for Environmental Issues Prior to Completing My Real Estate Transaction?
By: John Kolanz
A version of this article was published in the November 2016 BizWest Thought Leaders column.
When purchasing (often even leasing) commercial or industrial property, the answer is usually yes. Environmental issues take various forms, such as soil… Read More
Is your property titled correctly?
By: Timothy P. Brynteson – Published in the BizWest Thought Leaders column in October 2016
Most couples assume that if one them dies, their home or other real estate will pass automatically to their spouse. Normally couples own their home… Read More
Considering options for your home if you are worried about long-term care
By: Timothy P. Brynteson
Many of our older clients are worried about two things – 1. Having the resources to afford long-term care, or qualifying for government assistance if they don’t, typically Medicaid; and 2. They want to leave their… Read More
The First Decision in Forming a Business: What Type of Entity?
By: Corey Moore
Choosing the appropriate entity for a new business is not as easy as one might think. Most people tend to gravitate towards a limited liability company, or LLC, for its relative ease of formation and asset… Read More
Do I need an Army Corps Permit for My Project?
By: John Kolanz
A version of this article was published in the March 2016 BizWest Thought Leaders column.
This question touches many activities, from large residential and commercial developments, to stream or ditch bank repairs, to family home construction. Generally,… Read More
Texas Court’s Rejection of Endangered Species Act Listing Has Widespread Implications
By: John Kolanz
A version of this article was published in BizWest in September 2015.
Oil and gas and agricultural interests in Colorado and four nearby states celebrated a Texas federal judge’s ruling last week vacating Endangered Species Act (“ESA”… Read More
New Federal Water Rule Taps Reservoir of Angst
By: John Kolanz
A version of this article was published in the June 2015 BizWest Thought Leaders column.
It is largely about perspective. Some say that the new federal rule defining the reach of the Clean Water Act (“CWA” or… Read More
Trust – Probate
By: Tim Brynteson
Estate planning attorneys are frequently asked by clients to explain the difference between a “will” and a “trust.” This is normally in the context of planning for the disposition of assets upon the client’s death – so… Read More
