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As of January 1, 2024, most small businesses in the U.S. must file a Beneficial Ownership Information (“BOI”) Report with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). This requirement is part of the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”), enacted in 2021 to combat illicit activities like tax fraud, money laundering, and terrorist financing, which exploit the anonymity…

Intestacy In Rhode Island As our East Greenwich, RI Catholic estate planning lawyer can explain, dying without a will is called dying intestate. In short, this means that your estate will be distributed in accordance with Rhode Island state law rather than your personal wishes pursuant to a will, trust, or estate plan. (R.I.G.L. §33-1-12).…

One of the first questions you will be asked when you decide to engage an East Greenwich, RI will lawyer to design a Trust for you is who you would like to designate as your Trustee. While the answer to this question may seem straightforward enough from the onset, it is important that you carefully…

Family disputes, especially those involving financial or legal matters, can be both challenging and deeply personal. Whether it’s a disagreement over an inheritance or tension within a family business, these conflicts often carry emotional weight and can put relationships at risk. At Aptt Law LLC, we understand how vital it is to address these issues…

Planning for the future through a will is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your loved ones. Yet, creating a will without proper guidance can lead to costly errors and disputes, leaving your family with unnecessary stress during an already difficult time. At Aptt Law LLC, we’ve worked with many…

Planning for the future involves more than just deciding who inherits your assets. For many families, the goal is to create a streamlined process that minimizes stress, avoids unnecessary legal hurdles, and protects relationships. Trusts are an essential tool in achieving these goals, offering flexibility and control over how assets are managed and distributed. At…

Winning a lawsuit for a dog bite injury can result in significant compensation, including damages for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. However, safeguarding those assets requires proper planning. Without a strategy, funds from the settlement may become vulnerable to taxes, creditors, or unintended distribution. Estate planning can be a practical way to…