While the most popular reason for eviction might be failure for a tenant to pay rent, there are other reasons that may justify a landlord starting the eviction process. Perhaps the tenant has a pet at the property when the lease has clearly indicated it is not allowed. Another example may be that the tenant has caused or is causing …
Promissory Notes
Promissory notes can be helpful in so many different situations, but what exactly are they and what do you need to look our for when dealing with them? In it’s simplest terms, a promissory note is an IOU. It includes the terms of the agreement, specifically the amount owed, how and when it is to be repaid, and default terms. If you’ve ever …
The Tom Petty Estate: When best laid plans are not specific enough.
Tom Petty died of an accidental overdose on October 2, 2017. While his death was shocking and sudden, the artist had taken the time prior to the tragedy to participate in some estate planning. Per his wishes, his wife of 16 years, Dana York Petty, became the “directing trustee” of the Tom Petty Estate. His daughters Annakim Violette and Adria …
The Family Business Succession Plan
Family owned business can be tough; especially since family is forever and a business lasts as long as the front doors can stay open. A family business can never be truly free of passion, so it is important to understand the importance of utilizing consultants from outside of the family in conjunction with a Trust and Estate planning team to …
When you think the corporate culture is fraud
In the mid 1990’s I was diligently climbing the corporate ladder. Having just graduated from college a couple years earlier, I was a bank branch manger for a regional bank. I loved my employer. It was a caring organization that operated in about half a dozen states. They had taken a chance on a young kid and were further investing …
Kameron Kramer: Rising Star
We are pleased to announce that Kameron Kramer, an Attorney at Business Law Southwest, has been selected to the 2019 New Mexico Rising Star Super Lawyers list. This is an exclusive list, recognizing no more than 2.5 percent of attorneys in New Mexico. Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters, is a research-driven, peer influenced rating service of outstanding lawyers who …
Administrative Leave? Time to Call an Attorney
Administrative Leave is a common practice used by companies when they are investigating claims that are more severe or emotionally charged. The purpose of an Administrative Leave is to remove the accused party or parties from the workplace, ensuring the safety of the workforce and allowing for a thorough and untainted investigation to occur. The leave protects individuals who may …
Terminating Leases Early
Common questions that arise when clients inherit or purchase rental properties/commercial real estate often center around the leases associated with the property. I came across one such question the other day that had to do with a client who had inherited an apartment complex and wanted to terminate the leases as quickly as possible in order to sell the property …
Donald Kochersberger: Super Lawyer
We are pleased to announce that Donald Kochersberger, a Partner at Business Law Southwest, has been selected to the 2019 New Mexico Super Lawyers list. This is an exclusive list, recognizing no more than 5% of attorneys in New Mexico. Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters, is a research-driven, peer influenced rating service of outstanding lawyers who have attained a …
Alicia McConnell: Rising Star
We are pleased to announce that Alicia McConnell, an Attorney at Business Law Southwest, has been selected to the 2019 New Mexico Rising Star Super Lawyers list. This is an exclusive list, recognizing no more than 2.5 percent of attorneys in New Mexico. Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters, is a research-driven, peer influenced rating service of outstanding lawyers who …
