Recently, the federal government enacted the Corporate Transparency Act, which is designed to combat financial crimes committed by small business owners. This Act requires certain business entities to file “beneficial ownership information reports” with the federal...
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Using Irrevocable Trusts for Asset Protection Purposes
An irrevocable trust can be a powerful tool for asset protection.
Where is your spouse hiding assets?
During the divorce process, dividing your assets and debt can very challenging and stressful. Unfortunately, some people are so determined to avoid fair property division that they resort to hiding assets. Though it is improper to hide one's assets, that doesn't stop...
Robbery convictions require force, threat or intimidation proof
Indiana has two types of robbery charges. When a defendant’s charge is taking property from another through the use of force, fear or intimidation, Indiana classifies the robbery as a Level 5 felony. Upon conviction, punishment may include a fine of up to $10,000 and...
Out-of-state relocation after divorce
When parents share custody, they must agree on the decision to relocate with the children to another state. If one parent contests the move, the other parent can ask the Indiana courts to make a decision. These are the basic guidelines for relocation after divorce...
