Our founder, Martin L. Rogalski attended the 36th Annual Bankruptcy Section Seminar hosted by the Federal Bar Assocation of Michigan from July 26-28, 2004 at the Boyne Highlands Resort in northern Michigan. He attended a session called “Attorney Lifestyle Challenges” presented by: Greg Ekdahl of Keller & Almassian, Steve Rayman
On July 1, 2024, the Uniform Power of Attorney Act (UPOAA) went into effect in the State of Michigan. The UPOAA was created to encourage powers of attorney to be accepted both locally and across jurisdictions. The language used in the UPOAA was determined after review of other states and
Bankruptcy is a word almost everyone knows. From the board game Monopoly to the evening news, everyone has a general idea of what bankruptcy means. However, even with a concept that traces its origins to ancient Rome, there are misconceptions people often believe. With bankruptcy filings becoming increasingly more common,
Estate planning attorneys are frequently asked by clients if they should have a will or a trust. Let’s explore the difference between the two documents. A Will A Will is a document that is used when you die to dictate how you want your assets to be distributed to your
College is an exciting time in the life of both the parents and the potential new students. With it comes some big decisions. Things like which school to attend, what major should be pursued, and what to bring to the dorm are things most people think about when preparing for
As we take a look back at 2023, one observation from the office of Martin L. Rogalski, P.C. is the increase in bankruptcy filings due to gambling debt. It is hard these days to watch any television, especially any of the local sports teams, without seeing multiple ads for sports
As we look back at 2023 and observe the many bankruptcy proceedings we have completed here at Martin L. Rogalski, P.C. we’d like to share the improvements made to the process for discharging student loan debt through bankruptcy. A bit of history: Federal involvement with student loans began with the
Attention all court appointed Guardians and Conservators. Do you know when your annual reports are due to the probate court? Once a year, within 28 days of the anniversary of your appointment as Guardian or Conservator, you are required to file annual documents to inform the court of what steps
When starting a business, one is often faced with many questions. Things such as the name, organization, and day-to-day operation are often the first things potential new business owners consider. Something often overlooked in those initial discussions is the type of business from a legal perspective to open. Most people
Estate Planning requires the drafting of concise documents that clearly state the intent of the client concerning the disposition of his assets. Courts, in probate litigation, are often required to answer that question: “What was the intent of the grantor of the deed, the testator of the Will; or the
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