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Bay Minette, AL 36507
Phone: (251) 626-6696
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126 Courthouse Square
Bay Minette, AL 36507
Phone: (251) 626-6696
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1914 4th Ave North, Suite 410
Birmingham, AL 35203
Phone: (205) 582-1471
Commonly Overlooked Assets in a Divorce
/by Stone Crosby, PCDuring a divorce, the division of marital assets is one of the biggest issues that need to be addressed. Spouses who are going through this often focus on the larger assets, such as the marital home, vehicles, bank account balances, etc. But with so much attention paid to the things that are at the top […]
Important Considerations When Purchasing a Business
/by Stone Crosby PCMany people want to be in business for themselves, and one of the fastest ways to accomplish this is by purchasing an existing business. There are several potential advantages to going this route. Among the most important is that you are able to bypass the grueling startup phase and move into an established business right […]
Estate Planning and Cryptocurrency
/by Stone Crosby, PCCryptocurrency has become a popular investment in recent years. The meteoric rise of Bitcoin during the past decade has created a lot of new millionaires and gotten the attention of many investors who are looking for a place to earn a strong ROI. Crypto assets have also raised a lot of questions, however. And one […]
Common Issues with Commercial Lease Transfers During a Business Sale
/by Stone Crosby PCWhen a business changes hands, the new owner will often want to stay in the same physical location where the business currently resides, especially if there is a sizable customer or client base that is familiar with it. In order to accomplish this, the new owner will most likely want to take over the current […]
Revising Your Estate Plan After The Death Of An Heir
/by Stone Crosby, P.C.After setting up an estate plan, changes in circumstances might warrant a revision of your plan. One situation in which this might be true is when a beneficiary of your estate plan passes away. After the death of a beneficiary, it is a good time to visit with a skilled estate planning attorney to make […]
What Happens to a Lease if the Landlord Sells the Property?
/by Stone Crosby, PCThose who rent a home, apartment, or commercial space usually have a written lease with the landlord. For residential properties, the term of the lease is typically a year or maybe two or three years. With commercial properties, it is not uncommon for landlords and tenants to enter into a multi-year lease. This is often […]
What is the Difference Between Fault and No-Fault Divorce?
/by David MatineIn Alabama, spouses can seek a divorce based on the misconduct of their partner, known as a fault-based divorce, or they can pursue a no-fault divorce simply citing the irretrievable breakdown of the marriage. Before determining which option is right for you, it is important to understand some of the key differences between the two. […]
Essential Steps to Take When Selling a Business
/by Stone Crosby, PCSelling a business is a complicated endeavor that could take several weeks or months (or longer) and will involve a number of important steps: Determine the Reason for the Sale Potential buyers will want to know why you want to sell your business, so it is best to consider your reasons for selling ahead of […]
How an Easement Could Affect Your Property Rights in Alabama
/by Stone & Crosby, PCAn easement is an interest in real estate property that a non-owner possesses. Easements are fairly common, and they could be on a property without the owner even knowing about them. The property owner is known as the “grantor” of the easement, while the party that possesses it is known as the “grantee”. Easements are […]
How Do Inheritances Impact an Alabama Divorce?
/by Stone Crosby, PCDuring a divorce, one of the most challenging issues that a couple needs to work out is the division of marital assets. This is especially true when the couple has a significant amount of assets that may include a home and other real estate, retirement accounts, stocks, and other valuable property. Another issue that may […]