Sivia Law December Newsletter

Brad Smith • December 1, 2021

Welcome to the Sivia Law December Newsletter, a monthly newsletter that discusses updates in the industry, news going on in the office, upcoming events and more.

Here is what Sivia Law has been up to this past month!

As a reminder, we are actively keeping our clients and employees safe. Various meeting options are available to clients to ensure safety and comfort.

A Month In Review

This past month, we wished a Happy Veterans Day to celebrate and honor those who have served and protected our country. Thank you veterans for your dedication, commitment and service!

This month, we also celebrated National Paralegal Day! We recognized & celebrated the MANY contributions of our Sivia Law Paralegals!

Blog Updates


The Benefits Of An Uncontested Divorce

It is not expected that you will have to make a choice to separate from your spouse if your marriage fails. A divorce isn't the only way out of a marriage, there are other options to consider like an uncontested divorce for multiple reasons.


Learn more in our blog linked here!


Effective Business Plans And Their Legal Aspects

December is National Write a Business Plan Month, and the holidays serve as a time for us to reflect on the past year while looking at the future. Business owners can look at the future as a way to create a business plan and put constructive thought into your long-term goals.


Learn more in our blog!


What Is The Difference Between An Executor & Trustee?

It is common for people to confuse Trustees and Executors. Both of these roles are important when estate planning; however, these roles are very different. Knowing the difference between Executor and Trustee will help you when thinking about doing your estate planning.


Read our blog to learn more!


Five Taxes For Retirement You Should Know

You would think that after working for decades that you wouldn’t be expected to pay any taxes after retirement, sadly this is not true. You can start your retirement plan process to minimize the taxation that you may experience. These taxes can affect your income, assets, investments, and personal finances.


Read our blog for more info!


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