Retirement Announcement
By Anderson O'Brien
Congratulations to Melody Mueller, Paralegal, who retired in December after more than 35 years of dedicated service to the firm. We are sincerely grateful for Melody’s... A Smart Start
By Attorney Ross R. Slovensky
President Donald J. Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act into law on July 4, 2025. The legislation is a sweeping package of tax... The ABCs of LLCs
By Attorney Brent W. Jacobson
Are you considering going into business with a friend? A limited liability company (LLC) is certainly a great choice. Limited liability companies are easy to... Corporate Transparency Filing Deadlines
By Attorney Heather M. Huebner
Congress passed the Corporate Transparency Act in 2021. The Corporate Transparency Act and its requirements took effect on January 1, 2024. Under this Act, certain... Lease Rights Beyond the Property Line
By Attorney Steven H. Thompson
A lease is an agreement between one party which owns real estate, (landlord or lessor), and another party who seeks to gain use rights to... Family Cabin LLCs
By Attorney Jocelyn Donahue-Renfert
We all know someone who has a family cabin “up north.” Family cottages, cabins, and hunting land are a common estate planning concern in Wisconsin.... Comparing Commercial and Residential Leases
By Attorney Steven H. Thompson
Most individuals must navigate a residential lease at some point in their lives – typically for an apartment to live in before potentially purchasing a... The Coporate Transparency Act Implications for Small Businesses
By Attorney David M. James
Do you own a small business? Are you a member of an LLC or a shareholder in a closely held company? (A closely held company... Landlord Lag Time in Wisconsin
By Attorney Jocelyn Donahue-Renfert
The benefit to renting over owning is avoiding unexpected repair costs, in contrast, it can mean having to wait for the landlord to make repairs.... The Catch With An Account Stated
By Attorney Daniel F. Schmeeckle
“An account stated is an agreement between a debtor and a creditor that the items of a transaction between them are correctly stated in a... When Your LLC Designation is Not Enough
By Attorney Steven H. Thompson
A limited liability entity, such as a LLC or Corporation, is an important part of protecting your individual assets from liabilities arising from your business.... Shareholder Rights With Corporations
By Attorney Brent W. Jacobson
As part of my business litigation practice, I regularly represent corporations and shareholders in corporations. On the shareholder side, parties often seek to learn more...