Estate Planning: Power of Appointment?
Even diligent estate planning efforts cannot possibly cover every potential circumstance that could challenge our loved ones down the road. A child could suffer an accident, a lawsuit could threaten savings, a hurricane could…
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Probate Law: Specialty Courts In Iowa?
Iowa is exploring the establishment of two new specialty probate courts. In anticipation of an unprecedented transfer of wealth as the population ages, some experts believe specialty courts can play a critical role in…
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Scheduled For Completion? Beep Beep!
Many transit construction projects stalled last year, due to the impact of the pandemic on both workers and materials. Now, efforts to reboot the building of dedicated busways, bus rapid transit, and rail and…
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Federal Spending? Implementation Support
How can local and state governments across the country identify and secure funding through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA)? What funding is available and how can localities get the information and guidance needed…
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Death and Passwords?
When a loved one asks you to execute their will, swallow hard, breathe deep, and then commit the time to find out everything you can about their intentions—and the whereabouts of essential documents and accounts….
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When Do Irrevocable Trusts Make Sense?
As conveyed in the name, setting up an irrevocable trust requires serious commitment. Though there are legal remedies that can be applied if life circumstances shift after an irrevocable trust is established, lawyers recommend…
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Out With The Old: Renovation Time
A $40 million construction project will get underway in 2023 at New York City’s venerable Metropolitan Museum of Art. Slated to open in 2025 the 15,000 square foot renovation of the Ancient Near East…
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Pittsburgh: City of Bridges
With more bridges than any city in the world, Pittsburgh is looking forward to putting federal infrastructure funds to work on critical repairs. In fact, bridges across Pennsylvania are overdue for attention: they received…
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Estate Planning: Debt Discussion
When a loved one names you to execute their will, take it seriously. Count yourself lucky if you have plenty of time to speak with them about their intentions. Take the time to get…
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