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The Law Offices of Brenton C. McWilliams
Welcome to our blog. Here, you will find articles on topics relating to estate planning, elder law and probate.
Writing a Will? Don’t Include These 6 Alabama Properties by Mistake
Drafting a last will and testament is one important part of an estate plan. This document ensures that the courts distribute your assets as intended upon your death. However, there are certain types of property that you should exclude from your Alabama will.
The Corporate Transparency Act: Alabama Guide and Frequently Asked Questions
The Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) aims to combat illicit activity including tax fraud, money laundering, and financing for terrorism by capturing more ownership information for specific U.S. businesses operating in or accessing the country’s market. Under the new legislation, businesses that meet certain criteria must submit a Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Report to the U.S. Department of Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), providing details identifying individuals who are associated with the reporting company.
Top 8 Reasons to Hire a Tax Attorney
Everyday people all across America are hiring tax attorneys to help them with their business and personal tax issues. There are a number of reasons for this turn toward specialization, but it is worth investigating some of the top reasons for hiring a tax attorney.
The 10 Most Commonly Litigated Tax Issues? Alabama Tax Controversy Attorney
So, you have been audited either by mail or in person, and the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) makes an adjustment to your tax filing for a particular year. You are diligent. You talk to your accountant, and you hire an attorney. You appeal the audit’s finding to IRS Appeals, but they in turn side in favor of the IRS. What next?
Non-Compete Agreements: Alabama Guide to Non-compete Agreements
What is the rule for Non-Compete Agreements in Alabama? Alabama, like most states, has a provision in its Code that allows for Non-Compete Agreements; however, it is called a “Restrictive Covenant”. A Non-Compete Agreement or “Restrictive Covenant” is an agreement that prohibits an employee from working for a competitor or opening a...