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Probate – The Facts

We are re-posting this article from earlier. The most significant part of estate administration is the probate process. Probate is the process of administering your estate through the court system after you die. It is set up to pay the … Continue reading

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“Is Time Running Out on the Billable Hour?”

I just read an article in the Washington Post with the above title about a small DC law firm that relies almost exclusively on alternative billing arrangements. This is a growing trend among law firms and corporate clients love it. … Continue reading

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What is the biggest problem you see in a small business law practice?

I was asked this question by a student at a recent high school career day. I was speaking to the group about careers in law at the time. The question made me stop and think. The biggest problem? I see … Continue reading

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Where Is Your 401K Money Going?

The Wall Street Journal recently published an article on retirement plans regarding who is entitled to a 401K plan when the account holder dies.  We thought they made an interesting point. The Federal Employee Retirement Income Security Act or ERISA, … Continue reading

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Social Media and Your Employment Policy

Article by Paul Trottier: A recent article published by the Associated Press reminded us of an increasingly prevalent issue in the modern workplace.  This particular article focused on Facebook, but the issues are arising across all social media.  The incident … Continue reading

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Exciting News that Expands our Services…

We are very pleased to announce that we have become affiliated with Mark Matthews and Linda Quigley from The Matthews Law Group and JC Cancelleri, a Hanover business attorney. We have been working with Mark, Linda and JC to develop a … Continue reading

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IRS Issues Proposed Regulations That May Impact Taxation of Virginia Business Trusts and Series Entities

By David Stoyanoff On September 13, 2010, the IRS issued proposed regulations (Proposed Regs.) that may have an impact on Virginia Business Trusts. The Proposed Regs seek to change the classification for Federal income tax purposes of a series of … Continue reading

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New Company Name

Exciting News:  Wilson Stoyanoff, PLC is now named Torus Law. As a client-focused law firm dedicated to providing personalized service, we believe our new name more accurately reflects our firm’s goals and personality. For those who are not familiar with … Continue reading

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Estate Planning With a Revocable Living Trust

A trust is a practical and flexible legal device by which one or more people you select (your “trustees”) manage assets for the benefit of others you name (the “beneficiaries”). The person who creates a trust is commonly called the … Continue reading

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