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A brief overview of NAICS codes, and why it can be important to choose the appropriate ones when registering your business.

A checklist for your Franchise Disclosure Document, as well as other legal issues to consider before entering a franchise agreement.

Succession plans are normally connected with retirement, but they serve an essential role in the beginning of a business lifespan. Business owners expect their entities to last, especially after enduring the risk, work, and sacrifice of starting a company. However, if something unexpected happens to you or a co-owner, a properly written succession plan will help reduce headaches, cost, and drama. As the impact of an owner-exit grows, so does the need for a well-written succession plan.

There are many online do-it-yourself document preparation services that help people prepare a will.  These services claim that estate planning is as easy as filling in the blanks of a standard form. This post is not intended to disqualify or diminish the services offered online, but shares sever...

There are many reasons to review and update your will and other estate planning documents. This blog post provides a checklist of events that may prompt you to do so.

This victory allowed our client to negotiate for a significantly higher portion of the assets he had helped his former partner accumulate during their relationship, both prior to and during the marriage.  Ultimately, Caitlin Shortell was able to secure her client’s financial future.

Shortell Law LLC files Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Against Kenai Peninsula Borough and Former Borough Mayor and Gubernatorial Candidate Charlie Pierce.

Child Support Trusts are a tool for parents to save for their children's support with less conflict and more security.