Taxes can be one of the most substantial expenses for a small business owner. With the complex regulations and deadlines, it is not uncommon for small business owners to fall behind on their tax payments. Failure to pay taxes can lead to serious consequences such as penalties, interest charges, and even legal actions. However, there is a solution to ease …
What is an “Asset Purchase”?
If you are considering buying a business, it’s important to understand the concept of “asset purchase”. An asset purchase is a type of legal transaction in which one entity purchases the assets of another entity. It’s often used by companies looking to acquire new assets and expand their operations. In this blog post, we’ll explore what an asset purchase is …
Should You Get a Lawyer to Review Your Commercial Lease?
A commercial lease is a legally binding document that outlines the terms and conditions of a tenancy agreement between the landlord and tenant. It’s important to read the fine print carefully before signing—and if you’re unsure about any of the clauses, you should think about consulting a lawyer. Here’s why. The Benefits of Consulting a Lawyer on Your Commercial LeaseA …
Explore the Pros & Cons of LLCs
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IS YOUR PRACTICE IN COMPLIANCE
WITH RULE 16-119?
If you’re a practicing attorney in the State of New Mexico, you must have a NM Lawyer Succession Plan. The compliance deadline is October 1st, 2022. WHAT DOES THE RULE SAY? The New Mexico Supreme Court has mandated that all attorneys practicing law in the State of New Mexico have a written succession plan, either alone or as part of a …
What is an Anonymous LLC?
An Anonymous LLC is a limited liability company (or LLC) that does not disclose ownership information at the Secretary of State’s Office where the LLC is filed. Such an entity provides the standard benefits that all LLC’s provide, but also provides additional security in the form of anonymity. Anonymity is important to land owners / landlords, abuse victims, politically active …
BLSW Tops Expertise.com’s List of Litigators
A Ranking in Professionalism, A+ Ranking in Reputation Once again, Business Law Southwest has been recognized by Expertise.com for their outstanding New Mexico Litigation Team ! Expertise’s Selection Criteria: Availability-Consistently approachable and responsive, so customers never feel ignored. Qualifications-Building customer confidence with licensing, accreditations, and awards. Reputation-A history of delighted customers and outstanding service. Experience-Masters of their craft, based on …
What Is Personal Liability? (And How To Avoid It)
By using LLCs, Corporations, and Insurance to your advantage, you can avoid personal liability. Forming a new business is not enough. Business owners need to engage in a daily practice of proper banking practices, utilizing insurance and proper internal policies to avoid personal liability for company obligations. This workshop is full of helpful hints to keep a business owners’ personal …
Things To Consider When Preparing Your Settlement Agreement
So you finally found a way to settle that legal dispute you had – congratulations! You’re almost there, now you just need to define the terms of the agreement you reached. Don’t overlook this part of the process – a settlement agreement that fails to adequately describe the parties’ intentions and obligations can lead to additional disputes between the parties, …
LLC’s: What Are They and What Are Their Pros and Cons?
Limited liability companies (LLCs) are popular due to their basic benefits of liability protection and are typically used by a company with two or more owners. LLCs protect the owners’ personal assets from losses, company debts, or court rulings against the company as long as the owners keep their debts and assets separate from the LLC. LLCs may also provide …
