EVAN C LEACH PLLC

  Starting a business is an exciting venture, but one of the most critical early decisions you'll face is selecting the right legal structure for your enterprise. The business entity you choose will have significant implications for your personal liability, taxation, administrative burden, and ability to raise capital. Understanding the different types available is the first step toward building a strong legal foundation for your success.

Florida's sun-drenched beaches, vibrant cities, and favorable climate attract residents and property owners from across the globe. It's common for individuals who primarily reside elsewhere to own a vacation home, an investment property, or other assets within the Sunshine State. However, when an out-of-state resident passes away leaving property in Florida, a unique probate process often becomes necessary: Ancillary Administration .

  At EVAN C LEACH PLLC , we believe in providing a clear understanding of all your estate planning options. Let's delve into the pros and cons of an irrevocable trust to help you determine if it's the right fit for your unique circumstances.

  Estate planning can feel overwhelming, but at EVAN C LEACH PLLC , we believe in empowering our clients with the knowledge to make informed decisions about their future and their assets. One of the most versatile and popular tools in estate planning is the revocable trust, often referred to as a "living trust."

  The real estate market is a world of contracts, deadlines, and meticulous paperwork. A smooth closing is the ultimate goal, but what happens when a property is part of a deceased person's estate? The death of a homeowner introduces a complex legal process known as probate, which can throw a major wrench into a real estate transaction.

  Starting a Limited Liability Company (LLC) is an exciting step for any entrepreneur. You’ve got a great business idea, you’ve filed the paperwork, and you’re ready to get to work. But before you get too deep, there's one crucial document you might be tempted to skip: the operating agreement.

  What is Florida Probate Administration? Probate is a court-supervised process that legally validates a will (if one exists), identifies and gathers the deceased person's assets, pays off any outstanding debts and taxes, and finally distributes the remaining assets to those entitled to inherit them. The goal is to ensure the decedent's wishes are honored and that a clear title to assets is passed on.

  Despite the common misconception, the Massachusetts Estate Tax could apply to any decedent who owns tangible property or real estate in the state, regardless of whether they were a resident or not. The tax applies based on the gross value of the estate. Fortunately, if you do not live in Massachusetts, you might be able to avoid this tax in relation to investment or business real estate holdings.

  Proactive asset protection techniques can be implemented for individuals, businesses , and as part of an estate plan . Many of our clients are very successful at generating wealth, but few know how to protect their assets from  lawyers, creditors, banks, former or current spouses, children, relatives, and vexatious litigants. 

  A “lady bird deed,” also known as an enhanced life estate deed, is an effective way to transfer real property to someone else outside of probate while retaining a life estate in the property.