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Arizona estate planning attorney Allison L. Kierman offers valuable information, updates, and resources for clients. If you have questions, are interested in having Allison speak at your organization or office, or would like her to contribute an article to your newsletter, publication, or magazine, please contact us.
Wills, Trusts & Dying Intestate: How They Differ
Most people understand that having some sort of an estate plan is a good thing. However, many of us do not take the first steps to get that estate plan …
What Records Do Small Businesses Need to Keep for Taxes?
Written by Allison Kierman and Jeff Chirico Tax season is just around the corner, so now is a great time to make sure that you are retaining all the documentation …
Understanding How LLC Members Pay Taxes
Written by Allison Kierman and Jeff Chirico Limited liability companies (LLCs) are one of the most popular types of business entities. The LLC’s flexible taxation options are one reason it …
What Charitable Giving Means for Your Taxes
With less than three months until the end of the year, it is time to start thinking about strategic moves you can make to optimize your tax filing for 2020, …
Small Business Owner Considerations for Filing Business Taxes
Written by Allison Kierman and Jeff Chirico For most entrepreneurs, handling business taxes is a daunting but necessary task. The complexities of tax preparation often lead business owners to procrastinate …
2020 End of Year Planning
Halloween is over. But what is really spooky? There are only 59 days to 2020. That leaves 59 days to complete your 2020 New Year’s Resolutions, implement certain tax planning …
Four Things Business Owners Should Know About Trademark Infringement
Against the backdrop of globalization and the expansion of online business activity, trademark infringement is on the rise. Most elements of business branding—name, logo, design—are readily available online, making it …
Your Time Is Valuable. Let’s Get a Jump Start on the Estate Planning Process
Time seems to be the one thing we just can’t get enough of. This is especially true if you are one of our nurses or frontline healthcare workers. You work …
How to Protect Your Great Ideas or Works for Your Family
Your money, home, and vehicles are not the only things you should include in your estate plan. Your intellectual property and any income it generates should also be addressed. You …
Should I Use a Confidentiality Agreement?
Business owners often find it necessary or desirable to keep valuable and sensitive information private. In some instances, a business may have developed certain key elements that help distinguish it …