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Staying informed about changes in the law and current legal issues is sometimes challenging. That's why our team of attorneys provides you with the thought leadership you need to stay ahead of the game. From emerging trends to complex regulatory developments, we offer the following insights into a wide range of legal topics and issues.
Legal Document Preparer Certification
If you would like to enter the legal field, but do not want to be an attorney, one possibility is to become a certified legal document preparer. Being a certified legal document preparer can provide opportunities for you to help others and learn about various aspects of the legal world. To become a certified legal ... Read more
Homeowners Association Problems: Dealing with an Overbearing HOA
Are you dealing with Homeowners Association problems? If so, you need to know the following: HOA Rights Homeowners Associations have the right to govern some community rules. However, there are state and federal laws restricting what they can do. HOA’s Have the Right To: More importantly, homeowners have certain rights. It’s important to know your ... Read more
Ten Tips Every Business Lawyer Should Give You
Small businesses have enough to do just to succeed. As a business lawyer, we’ve put together 10 simple things you can do to keep your business running more successfully. The last thing you want to worry about is a lawsuit. If you are a business owner follow these tips to start and contact us for ... Read more
Litigation Basics: Rule 26.1 Disclosure Statements
Continuing the series on Litigation Basis, this section delves into Chapter 3 which discusses disclosure statements. Contact Fowler St. Clair for any litigation services you might need if you live in Phoenix, Scottsdale or Mesa, AZ. Rule 26.1 Disclosure Statements The purpose of a Rule 26.1 disclosure statement is to fairly, accurately, and candidly apprise ... Read more
Why Hire a Real Estate Attorney?
When buying, selling, renting or simply owning real estate, it is sometimes necessary to hire a real estate attorney. While the state of Arizona does not require a lawyer for real estate transactions, there are many situations when having an attorney can benefit your best interests. We will discuss how attorneys can be a valuable ... Read more
10 Common Litigation Mistakes A Self Represented Litigant Makes
Are you considering becoming a self represented litigant? The importance of having a litigation attorney advising you cannot be stressed enough. We understand that there may be financial reasons that cause people to consider representing themselves in court. However, because of the intricacies of the law and the rules litigants must follow, minor mistakes in self-representation ... Read more
Decanting Arizona Trusts
Decanting is a term wine aficionados and lovers of fine brandy know all too well. The term takes on a different meaning, however, when it is applied to Arizona trusts. What is Decanting? Decanting a trust is not an explicit term found in the Arizona Revised Statutes (the practice is based on an Arizona statute, ... Read more
Fowler St. Clair Helping People in Malawi, Africa
Fowler St. Clair is excited to announce that three of its attorneys, Andrew Fowler, Sean St. Clair and Dustin Schanaker will be traveling to Malawi, Africa and will draw on their collective legal experience to aid Malawian’s in need. Serving with Missional Law They will be serving with Missional Law, a non-profit organization that works ... Read more