Beginning on July 1, 2023, Georgia has a new probate law (O.C.G.A § 53-5-8) which enforces additional requirements for Executors. The law commands that an Executor that has been appointed to send a notice of appointment to [...]
While estate planning may seem like a faraway concern for high school grads, getting a head start brings significant advantages. Obstacles in the future can be avoided by safeguarding personal property and designating representatives [...]
All business owners are required to maintain in good standing with the Georgia Secretary of State by submitting an annual registration. The renewal deadline is April 1st of each year unless specific extensions by [...]
Recent changes to Georgia law favor contractors in public works construction contracts. Before revisions to the statute took effect on July 1, 2022, Georgia law allowed government entities to withhold 10% of each progress payment [...]
Whether the succession plan is transferring the business to the next generation or selling to a strategic buyer, the time invested to plan for the transition out of a business is vital to ensuring [...]
Successful Outcome for Clients Over Investment Funds Dispute Burkhalter Law is pleased to announce a successful outcome obtained in favor of one of a non-profit client after initiation of litigation to recover over $2.5M [...]
Successful Outcome for Clients in Jury Trial Over Corporate Partnership Dispute Burkhalter Law is pleased to announce a successful jury verdict obtained in favor of our engineering firm clients, after a four-day jury trial [...]
It is with great pleasure that we announce the merger of Burkhalter Law and De la Cruz Law, effective immediately. De la Cruz Law specializes in Estate Planning and Elder and Small Business law. [...]
When parties enter into a contract, they generally focus on a positive business relationship rather than anticipate a party may breach the contract and require litigation. As a result, parties may overlook including a [...]
As we commemorate the 2-year anniversary of our firm, we are grateful and humbled by the trust, confidence and support we have experienced since we opened our doors. We stand now more dedicated and [...]
According to a recent survey outlined in an article by CNBC, only 33% of Americans have a will, living trust, or other end-of-life document prepared. Getting started on an estate plan is easy and [...]
