Steimle Birschbach Blog
SOAR: Women Reaching Higher – Lakeland University Event
SOAR, Lakeland University’s professional women’s network, informs, connects and empowers women by providing opportunities for professional development and personal growth. SOAR: Women Reaching Higher is an annual event with the goal to inspire and encourage women to reach their full potential. It offers the opportunity for mentoring, leading and networking in a supportive and respectful …
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Make your Estate Planning Resolutions for 2019
By: Alison C. Petri © 2019 This is the year to make a promise to yourself and your family to get your estate planning in order. It isn’t easy to consider what may happen when you become disabled – or worse. However, these issues do not go away by ignoring them and, in fact, can …
Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreements: What’s the Point?
Confidentiality and Non-disclosure Agreements are a fact of life for many businesses. Companies are asked to sign them all the time. But do they really accomplish anything? The answer – as is often the case in legal matters – is, “it depends.” Generally speaking, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (or in industry jargon, an “NDA”) is intended …
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Who should I choose as guardian for my children?
By: Alison C. Petri © 2018 One of the hardest decisions parents need to make is to determine who they want to care for their minor child upon death (i.e. a “guardian”). No parent wants to imagine this possibility, but it is imperative for it to be part of the planning process. Below are some …
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Attorney Alison Petri Receives Professional Women of the Year Award, Women In Management – Manitowoc Chapter
Attorney Alison Petri was awarded the Professional Women Of The Year Award, presented by the Women In Management, Manitowoc Chapter. Partner Michelle Birschbach nominated Alison for the prestigious award. Read why she nominated Alison! I have had the joy and privilege of working with Alison for a number of years. She began as an associate attorney at …
Combining Flexibility and Liability Protection in the Operation of Your Business
By: Samuel J. Spurney © 2018 When clients contact us to assist them with starting a business, many clients (understandably) do not know what a limited liability company is and how it can be beneficial in the operation of their business. A limited liability company (LLC) is a business structure created under Chapter 183 of …
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Finding Your Way Home
Please see below for information regarding a free, five part workshop on the aging process and available resources.
Michelle Birschbach, Guest Speaker For Next Avenue Community Conversations
Michelle Birschbach of Steimle Birschbach, LLC will be a guest speaker for Milwaukee PBS Next Avenue Community Conversations, Combatting Loneliness Over 50. For event details please view the flyer below:
What You Need To Know About “FSBO”
By: Samuel J. Spurney © 2018 For most people, buying and selling their home is the most expensive transaction that they will ever engage in. While not as common as utilizing a real estate agent to market and sell a home, some people choose to sell their home “For Sale by Owner” (FSBO). The reasons …
State Bar of Wisconsin Blog
- COVID-19 Exposure, Insurance Exclusions, and Tort Liability: Will Wisconsin be Next to Provide Additional Protections?Author: Attorney John C. MitbyPhone: 608-257-0945Email: jmitby@hurleyburish.com There is a serious problem with COVID-19 pandemic-related claims. Insurers are refusing to provide coverage due to exclusions… Read more »
- Deal or No Deal: M&A Litigation in Light of COVID-19The COVID-19 pandemic has caused significant challenges to M&A transactions. Negotiations have crumbled, closings have been delayed and overall M&A activity has declined. While uncertainty… Read more »
- Benefits Counselor – September 2020RETIREMENT PLAN DEVELOPMENTS IRS and DOL Release Guidance Addressing Changes Under the SECURE Act IRS Publishes Notice 2020-68 Addressing the Bipartisan American Miners Act and… Read more »
- Legal and Tax Requirements when Selling and Buying on Facebook LiveThe convenience, ability to cost compare, and wider selection are a few of the reasons why online sales have exploded in recent years. COVID-19 has… Read more »
- UW Law Library to Reopen Monday, Sept. 28Following the resumption of in-person instruction, the Law Library will reopen on Monday, September 28. Contact askuwlaw@law.wisc.edu for questions or assistance. Continue Reading Read more »
- Being able and available when disabledJust one example of where the Department ignores the unemployment law it is supposed to be following. Numerous SSDI recipients are being denied PUA benefits… Read more »
- How Can I Make Sure My Wisconsin Prenuptial Agreement Is Valid?By Attorney Max Stephenson Whether you are getting married for the first time or remarrying after a divorce, a prenuptial agreement can help you and… Read more »
- Governor Evers Extends Statewide Mask OrderOn September 22, Governor Evers announced a new Declaration of Public Health Emergency and Emergency Order requiring face coverings as the orders issued in July… Read more »
- After Discovering Embezzlement, Have a Strategy For Obtaining RestitutionFew things are as shocking to an employer as learning a trusted employee is embezzling. Often, the feeling of betrayal is as gut-wrenching as the… Read more »
- Attorney Fees Apply: City Disclosed Public Records but After Lawsuit FiledSept. 23, 2020 – A state appeals court has ruled that a community organization that sought disclosure of a draft contract between the City of… Read more »