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Estate Planning

Your Estate Planning Checklist for Washington State

January 13, 2021March 18, 2021kiralegalbegal1

At The Harbor Law Group, we are adamant about helping every single one of our clients (and, let’s be frank, everyone we know . . . or meet) get their estate properly prepared.  Whether that is by drafting a full plan or
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Estate Planning

Choosing a Power of Attorney in the Age of COVID

December 31, 2020March 18, 2021kiralegalbegal1

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you have probably heard about the “Great Pandemic of 2020.”  Given the sudden risk of incapacity, serious illness, and death due to the COVID-19 virus, clients are quite literally flocking to our (virtual) doors for
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Estate Planning

A Living Trust in Washington State: Is it Right for You? Oh, and What Is It?

November 10, 2020March 18, 2021kiralegalbegal1

You’ve probably heard about a “living trust” or a “revocable trust” before but may not know what exactly it is. The concept is not one used in everyday life, but it is much simpler than you might think. A living trust is
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Washington State Inheritance Tax: What You Need To Know

October 29, 2020March 18, 2021kiralegalbegal1

Let’s start with the basics – Washington State has an estate tax. As you splutter out that sip of coffee, prepare yourself for another truth – that tax floor starts at just $2.193 Million.   After working a lifetime to build what you
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Business

Employment at Will: Pros and Cons

September 24, 2020June 15, 2021kiralegalbegal1

At-will employment is a legal fact of life in numerous states, including California and Washington, where I am licensed.  Understanding this concept can help business owners maintain compliance with these laws and avoid costly legal battles. The legal requirements behind this concept
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Business

What Are Articles of Organization in Washington State?

September 22, 2020June 15, 2021kiralegalbegal1

Are you considering forming a limited liability company (LLC) in Washington state?  If so, there are several requirements to do so. However, one of the first and most important things you need to understand is – what are the articles of incorporation
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Estate Planning

Guide to Estate Planning in California and Washington

July 23, 2020March 18, 2021kiralegalbegal1

We’ve all heard the phrase “you can’t take it with you”. But that begs the question…what do you do with your stuff when you pass away!?  Do you leave it all to your spouse? Your kids? Give some assets to a special
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Estate Planning

What are the Pros and Cons of a Power of Attorney Document?

July 22, 2020March 18, 2021kiralegalbegal1

If you are reading this article, you probably know that you need a power of attorney.  But you also may be wondering – what the heck IS a power of attorney document?  This super important document is simply an estate planning tool
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Estate Planning

To DIY or Not DIY… YOUR ESTATE PLAN?

April 25, 2020March 18, 2021kiralegalbegal1estate plan

“Why can’t I just create my own estate plan?” Given the current COVID-19 situation which is keeping us all at home, I thought this was the perfect time to address this topic. I am asked this a lot.  I mean, why can’t
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Corporate Case

What if my business is closed? Does the emergency paid sick leave apply to my employees?!

April 13, 2020March 18, 2021kiralegalbegal1Small business

This is an inquiry I received from several clients yesterday regarding the emergency paid sick leave, so I wanted to follow up and make clear: DO NOT PANIC. The emergency paid sick leave only applies if your business is still open (physically
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Our firm provides concierge-level estate planning, business planning, contract law and negotiation, employment law, and consumer advocacy. We are attorneys, mothers, family members, community members, and friends who are committed to lasting relationships with our clients. Come join our family. We service the greater Puget Sound region, including Tacoma, Gig Harbor, Olympia, Kitsap Peninsula, Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland. We are also licensed in California.

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