Congratulations to J. Mason Williams IV for his recognition in the 2024 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America. He’s been highlighted for his work in: Commercial Litigation Litigation – Construction Litigation – Trusts and Estates Lawyers recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America are divided by geographic region and practice areas, and […]
Widerman Malek Law Blog
Misunderstandings in the Immigration Benefits Process
The process of receiving and deciding immigration cases and issuing benefits by the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) is often misunderstood by applicants, allowing non-lawyers to exploit certain aspects. In this article, we will explore common misconceptions and shed light on important considerations for individuals seeking U.S. immigration benefits. 1. Initial Case Acceptance It […]
Estate Planning for Blended Families
Blended families are becoming more common as time goes on. Estate planning, specifically for blended families, is vital to ensure parents’ wishes and distribution plan are followed, children and stepchildren are provided for, and family issues are reduced or eliminated following the death of a parent. Without estate planning documents, the statutes outline what percentage […]
Government Contracting Blog: Women-Owned Small Businesses
As one of the (if not the) largest consumers of goods and services in the world, the United States Government represents a very lucrative target market for businesses of all sizes and in all industries. Bidding for and winning government contracts, however, can often be a daunting task for small or new businesses or those […]
6 Legal Issues to Look Out for When Selling Florida Property in Probate or Guardianship
If you are a real estate agent who sells property in probate, you are providing a valuable service to families who are going through a difficult time. Probate can be a complex and overwhelming process, and selling property that is part of an estate adds an additional layer of complexity. In addition to selling property […]
New Law Eases US Government Contracting for Small Businesses with One-Stop Shop Compliance Guides Website
In October of 2022, Congress and the President passed a law that made a small but very important addition to the rules governing the US Small Business Administration. In a bipartisan bill known as “The One-Stop Shop for Small Business Compliance Act” (Public Law 177-118), the US Government made life in the often confusing and […]
Secure Your Future and Your Legacy: Why Estate Planning is a Must for Young Adults
Estate planning may seem like something that only older adults or those with significant assets should worry about; however, it is important for all adults, especially young professionals, to complete as well. 5 Reasons Why Estate Planning is a Must for Young Adults 1. Protecting Your Loved Ones Estate planning allows you to protect the […]
Riparian Rights in Florida: What You Should Know
What Are Riparian Rights? The vast majority of our state is surrounded by water: coastlines, rivers, streams, lakes, and waterways. Often, owners of waterfront property end up in disputes over what are called riparian rights. Riparian rights are simply those rights for which a waterfront property owner owns upload property that extends to the normal […]
Less Than Half of Americans Have a Will
I ran across an article by Gallup that found that less than half of Americans (46%) have a Will. To be honest, I figured it would be lower than that. So many people want to avoid the topic of death that I think it prevents a lot of people from even contemplating executing a Will. […]
How a Florida Land Trust Can Help Investors Buy Properties When Taking Over Mortgage Payments
Florida real estate investors have long used land trusts as a versatile legal tool with multiple benefits. The basic framework of a land trust is as follows: The property owner conveys title through a deed to the new owner, the trust. The trustee of the trust holds legal title, while the beneficiary owns a beneficial interest in […]
