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The Power of Planning Podcast: Spotlight on Guardianships

The Power of Planning Podcast: Spotlight on Guardianships

Due in large part to the #FreeBritney movement, guardianships have been in the news a lot in recent years. In this month’s episode of the Power of Planning podcast, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner welcomes Orange County Circuit Court Judge Leticia Marques to further shine a spotlight on guardianships and discuss the process in Florida, including … Read more

FTC Action Against Employer Use of Noncompete Clauses

FTC Action Against Employer Use of Noncompete Clauses

By: Michelle Bilsky, Paralegal; Michael C. Caborn, Esquire On January 5, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced its Non-Compete Clause Rulemaking, Matter No. P201200 (NPRM). The rule was open for public comment through April 19, 2023. In its current form, the rule would prohibit the use of essentially all noncompete clauses that employers impose … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: Back to School Estate Planning Basics

The Power of Planning Podcast: Back to School Estate Planning Basics

In this episode of the Power of Planning podcast, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner will talk about estate planning documents that are important for college-aged children to have in place before heading off to school this fall. She will also discuss the recent jury verdict reached in the Aretha Franklin estate battle and spotlight several more … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: Estate, Trust & Guardianship Disputes

The Power of Planning Podcast: Estate, Trust & Guardianship Disputes

In this episode of the Power of Planning podcast, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner, welcomes her litigation partner, Attorney Trippe Cheek, to discuss the most common types of disputes involving estates, trusts, and guardianships, and spotlight some planning considerations to help mitigate the risk of disputes. Since the recording of this episode, Priscilla Presley has reached … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: Legal Issues Facing Seniors Today

The Power of Planning Podcast: Legal Issues Facing Seniors Today

In celebration of National Elder Law Month in May, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner welcomes legendary broadcast journalist Martie Salt to discuss a variety of legal issues for seniors, including the importance of planning for incapacity, residency considerations and paying for long-term care costs, with a spotlight on Medicare, Veterans Benefits and Medicaid. Please note that … Read more

New Corporate Transparency Requirements Are Coming

New Corporate Transparency Requirements Are Coming

By: J. P. “Rusty” Carolan, Esquire and Michael C. Caborn, Esquire Beginning January 1, 2024, the Federal Corporate Transparency Act (the “Act”) will impose significant new reporting requirements on certain companies and require registration with the Federal Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCen”) unless the entity falls within limited exceptions. “Beneficial owners” of a reporting company, … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: Till Death Do Us Part?

The Power of Planning Podcast: Till Death Do Us Part?

Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner welcomes family law attorney, Lori Caldwell Carr, to discuss the various ways estate planning intersects with family law, including the role of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, receiving an inheritance outright or in a trust, and special planning considerations with a second marriage. Tune in now for a new episode of The … Read more

Winderweedle Welcomes Attorney Michael S. Dawkins

Mike Dawkins

Attorney Michael S. Dawkins has joined the firm as a partner working in real estate law. Mike has a wide range of experience in all aspects of real estate, including the acquisition, development, sale, and leasing of real estate with a specific emphasis on complex commercial leasing. Mike earned his J.D. from University of Virginia … Read more