Urban Thier & Federer, P.A. Blog
What to know about an IPO
Private companies in New York may opt to become publicly traded entities. A business will typically go public as a means of attracting additional capital or as a way to allow early investors to sell their stake in the organization. The process of going public The...
How postnuptial agreements can benefit children
When two people in New York are about to have a baby, getting divorced is probably the last thing on their minds. However, experts say that this is the perfect time to sign a postnuptial agreement. If the couple didn't sign a prenup before they got married, a...
Estate planning with adult children in mind
When people in New York, Florida and Germany, among other locations, are preparing an estate plan, they may want to think about how an inheritance will affect their adult children. Talking openly to their children ahead of time about the plan may be the best method...
Divorce considerations for older adults
As people age, their concerns change, particularly when it comes to finance. For people who are over 50, retirement becomes an ever more pressing concern. Older adults in New York who are facing divorce need to think differently about the process than people in their...
How international child custody disputes are settled
Citizens of the world today enjoy unprecedented access to locations around the globe. It does not take much for a person who makes their home in New York to spend just as much time in places as far away as Germany. But with this increased access to global...
Understanding the difference between trademarks and service marks
Business owners and creative developers in New York should understand intellectual property, including trademarks and service marks. These are important mechanisms to protect your ownership of certain logos, slogans and marks, and they can help to protect your space...
What to consider before investing in commercial real estate
Commercial real estate endeavors may provide more than a way to earn money; some investors see purchasing a hotel, restaurant or other business as a path toward personal freedom. Multitudes of commercial real estate opportunities exist for enthusiastic entrepreneurs...
Physicians should begin estate planning early in their careers
Most new doctors, whether they live in New York City, Orlando, Florida or Munich, Germany don't think about estate planning when they first begin their practice. Young physicians are often concerned with establishing a growing list of patients and paying off school...
‘Failing to disclose’ when selling a home may lead to litigation
Homeowners often take the time to fix up their properties before entering the sellers' market. By making repairs, upgrades and other replacements, a homeowner could raise the value of their home. However, some other aspects could be out of their hands. The way the...
How statutes of limitations impact written contracts
If an individual borrows money from a lender, the borrower is responsible for paying that money back. The loan terms are usually spelled out in a written contract between the borrower and the lender. Lenders tend to favor written contracts because they are easier to...
