Regulatory:
An administrative agency is a governmental unit charged with responsibility to implement and administer statutes adopted by a legislative body. Regulatory agencies have authority to oversee a wide variety of activities within a given industry, such as licensing, rates, and acceptable business practices. (Non-regulatory agencies on the other hand, typically dispense money in the form of government insurance and pensions.)
Regulatory agencies operate under complex rules regarding such concerns as due process, Freedom of Information, and privacy. Each agency's decisions are subject to rules regarding review and appeal. Working with agencies requires a firm understanding of the regulatory law that includes safeguards and controls designed to insure against abuse of power by agencies. Virtual In-House Counsel has significant experience dealing with state and federal regulatory agencies.
Estate Planning:
A primary purpose of estate planning is to distribute your assets according to your wishes after your death. Successful estate planning transfers your assets to your beneficiaries quickly and usually with minimal tax consequences. The process of estate planning includes inventorying your assets and making a will and/or establishing a trust, often with an emphasis on minimizing taxes. We typically provide a Durable Power of Attorney, a Healthcare Directive (sometimes called a Living Will) and a Last Will and Testament, with or without trust provisions, all at an affordable price and within a reasonable time. We also can provide long term, secure storage for your documents.
Non-Profit and Charitable:
A non-profit corporation is a special type of corporation that has been organized to meet specific tax-exempt purposes. To qualify for non-profit status, your corporation must be formed to benefit (1) the public, (2) a specific group of individuals or (3) the membership of the non-profit. Examples of non-profits include: religious organizations, charitable organizations, political organizations, credit unions and membership clubs such as the Elk's Club or a country club.
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Real Estate:
If you are not knowledgeable or experienced in negotiating terms, arranging financing, analyzing tax consequences, or handling related details, you may want to consult Virtual In-House Counsel regarding real estate matters. We will draft an agreement tailored to your specific needs.
When property sells, whether real or personal, disputes can arise involving boundaries, fences, ingress and egress, water rights, court judgments, divorce decrees, mechanic's liens, unpaid assessments and chain of title. Virtual In-House Counsel can untangle these complications for you.
Virtual In-House Counsel can draft the necessary deeds and conveyances, including excise tax and gifting forms.
Another area of expertise for Virtual In-House Counsel is developing real estate. From inception to completion, the process of developing real estate involves a thorough understanding of legal issues, permits, planning, granting and reserving ingress and egress, developing suitable covenants, as well as other important matters such as water rights and utility easements.
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