Author: Macey Holden
Mergers, Acquisitions, & Extracting Value
Business owners looking at succession, or are beginning to evaluate whether they should sell to the next generation, must focus on extracting the most value from their business. The same line of thought applies to anyone seeking to acquire an existing business. Buyers and sellers are primed to seek out ...
The Relationship Between Business Owners & Estate Planning
There are many reasons to back the claim that virtually every adult needs an estate plan, many of which aren’t directly related to your assets. Durable powers of attorney allow people to make financial decisions on their behalf, whereas a healthcare power of attorney authorizes individuals to make medical decisions ...
When An Employment Issue Leads To Retaliation
Every employer in America has to understand retaliation and how to prevent it. Federal laws protect workers from discrimination, harassment, and sexual advances. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) provides the framework for a healthy work environment and gives employees the right to report violations. Employees have “protected activities” ...
You Are At The Core Of Estate Planning
Estate planning is a partnership between you and your counsel. The decision to hire a lawyer to craft an estate plan is an important one, and it is helpful for you to think about why you are looking to create that estate plan. Are their life changes coming and you ...
Buying or Selling A Business With Increasing Interest Rates
In the 1980s, borrowers faced interest rates upwards of 18%. In the last few years, they were fortunate to have gotten rates closer to 3%, but the Federal Reserve has begun to increase them. One of the reasons for this is that the consumer price index (CPI) has rapidly increased ...
Carol Sparks Joins Beckemeier LeMoine Law as Leader of Firm’s Illinois Office
Beckemeier LeMoine Law was born out of a partnership between Jim Beckemeier and Bryan LeMoine. Building upon The Beckemeier Law Firm’s rich history, Jim and Bryan believed they could achieve more for their clients and surrounding communities together in one firm. Since its inception, Beckemeier LeMoine Law has grown quickly, ...