Sivia Law February Newsletter

Brad Smith • February 1, 2021

Happy New Year & welcome to the Sivia Law February 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:


  • Sanitizing pens, folders, and additional surfaces around the office


  • Office Disinfection schedule


  • Attorneys are wearing masks while in contact with clients



  • Various meeting options are available to clients to ensure safety and comfort

A Month In Review

Brotherton will serve the St. Louis area, focusing on business law, real estate law, and estate planning. He is committed to helping clients in various ways and works to provide them with confidence to reach their desired goals. 

Since merging his practice with Sivia Law in 2011, Attorney Jack Humes Jr. has been a strong asset to the Sivia Law team providing expertise in areas of real estate law, estate planning and municipal law. This month, we celebrated a full decade of service!

Eddie's First Snow Day!


Eddie Sivia, Attorney-at-Paw, took a step away from his desk to admire his very first snowfall. He commented "It was such a paw-sitive experience." Eddie also added a little bit of legal advice, advising everyone not to eat the yellow snow. 

Blog Updates


In most cases, being far from your parents can make you, the caregiver, feel helpless and disconnected; but, there are steps you can take to stay involved and organized. 


By planning ahead and taking such steps, you will feel more in control and be able to better handle 

unexpected situations. Learn more here.


The standard residential real estate process is long and quite confusing, with many documents, dates, and fees to keep in mind. 


For these reasons, it is increasingly important to employ the help of a real estate attorney. Our blog includes important Do’s and Don’ts involved with purchasing a property.


It is important to always remember that you are compelled to discuss vaccination with your ward and apply the substituted judgment standard. 


If you do not know what your ward’s requests on vaccines are, then you should consider their beliefs on medical intervention. Read more in our blog.


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Join us next month for our "March" issue of the Sivia Law Monthly Newsletter!

Interested in Working With Us?

If you need help with estate planning or any other legal concerns, we are here for you. Don't hesitate to contact our firm directly for assistance. Our dedicated team is ready to provide support and guidance to you and your loved ones during important life transitions.


Whether you're ready to schedule a strategy session to discuss your specific needs or if you're interested in exploring our wide range of complimentary guides and additional resources, we encourage you to get in touch with us.


With licensed attorneys and offices located in both Illinois and Missouri, we are well-equipped to serve clients in these regions. Reach out to us today and let us leverage our expertise and care to guide you through the legal process.

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