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Thinking about passing your home, cottage, or land to your children during your lifetime? While gifting real estate can be a meaningful gesture, it’s important to understand the legal and tax implications before making the move. A well-intentioned gift can sometimes trigger unintended capital gains ...

The eviction process in Michigan involves more than simply asking a tenant to leave—it requires strict adherence to legal procedures, from serving the proper notice to filing in court and, if necessary, obtaining and enforcing a judgment of possession. Missteps can delay the process or result in cos...

If you have a child or family member with a disability, planning for their future care and financial security is likely one of your biggest concerns. A Special Needs Trust (SNT) allows you to set aside money or assets for their benefit without jeopardizing their eligibility for essential government ...

Drafting your own estate plan might seem like a simple way to save money, but even small mistakes can have big consequences. Online forms often miss critical legal requirements, leading to invalid documents, probate delays, or unintended outcomes. Estate planning is about more than paperwork—it’s ab...

At Schuitmaker Moraitis Law, we regularly assist business owners with the legal side of stock transfers and ownership changes. Whether it’s due to a partner leaving, the sale of shares, a corporate restructuring, or even the dissolution of a company, these transitions require careful planning and pr...