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What are your rights and obligations in a common-law relationship?

It’s a common misconception that common-law partners have the same rights and obligations as married spouses. However, as with most...

Choosing a litigator

A litigation advocate is expected to represent a client in a civil or criminal trial to the utmost of his or her capabilities, no matter...

Is hiring a lawyer good for your business?

Timely legal advice can help business owners to create a safety net before they need it, and it will, inevitably, save costly expense down t

What happens if I don't have a will?

Many people think of a will as something they should only consider doing when they are old. In reality, it is never too soon to have a will

Can I decline a breathalyzer test?

There is one question that many lawyers seem to get more frequently than others: “Should I provide a breathalyzer sample?”

Buying or selling a home – what you need to know

The home buying or selling process can be confusing, but with capable guidance from a realtor and with professional advice from a lawyer, th

Settling a divorce out of court

While divorces are never a pleasant thing to go through, the process isn’t always as dramatic as you may imagine. Not all divorces are...

Blending generations comes naturally for century-old law firm

In the eyes of many academic researchers studying generational issues in the workplace, the ability of these two to work together is incongr

History of The Old Building is a storied one

The Old Transcript Building and now headquarters for the law firm of Ellsworth Johnson & Partners, is one of those rare structures that

After 100 years, Ellsworth Johnson & Partners has lots to talk about

“It is very comforting for people to come here. I still see folks that my father had as clients, or their children or grandchildren. We are

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