A to Z law is proud to announce that Maria Godinez, a Senior Paralegal with A to Z law, was elected as President of the Ventura County Paralegal Association (VCPA). VCPA was founded in August 1984. It is an association comprised of legal para-professionals who, through their association, provide a forum for the exchange of experience, information and opinions. VCPA…
Money or a written instrument that, by agreement between parties, is held by a neutral third party (held in escrow) until all conditions of the agreement are met. A periodic listing of general definitions of commonly used legal terms (not intended as legal advice but useful to better understand frequently used legal phrases).
A to Z Partner Dennis LaRochelle was installed as President Elect of the California statewide chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates, CAL-ABOTA. LaRochelle has served as Vice-President and Treasurer of the prestigious organization and is the first Ventura County trial attorney to be elevated to statewide office since the local California Coast Chapter – which covers Ventura, Santa Barbara and San…
Making a list of New Year’s resolutions for your limited liability company (LLC) might seem odd but there is one that no LLC should ignore in 2014: Taking a look at your operating agreement. Limited liability companies have become a very popular choice for small business. Highly flexible and adaptable, LLCs allow for a structure that can provide liability protection…
The process by which a deceased person’s property goes to the state if no heir can be found. A periodic listing of general definitions of commonly used legal terms (not intended as legal advice but useful to better understand frequently used legal phrases).
Don’t fear change. Change is inevitable and unstoppable. You can attempt to hold back an ocean, but that can lead to drowning. Or you can ride the ocean. That’s called surfing, and it is up to you which strategy you will pursue in 2014. Control what you can, prepare for what you can’t. Focus energy on what you can control. …
Melissa Sayer, an attorney in the Business Group with A to Z Law, received top ranking from Martindale-Hubbell, a leading national attorney rating service. She received the firm’s highest rating of AV Preeminent. An AV Preeminent rating reflects that the attorney demonstrates the highest level of ethical standards and legal ability. A to Z law is one of California’s “Top Ranked Law…
The power of the government to take private property for public use through condemnation. A periodic listing of general definitions of commonly used legal terms (not intended as legal advice but useful to better understand frequently used legal phrases).
The place where a person has a permanent home to which he/she intends to return. A periodic listing of general definitions of commonly used legal terms (not intended as legal advice but useful to better understand frequently used legal phrases).
The Pacific Coast Business Times recently selected A to Z partners Kendall VanConas and Dennis LaRochelle for inclusion on its list of Who’s Who in Professional Services in the Tri Counties. The Business Times editor stated that the special report seeks to identify the “movers and shakers” of the legal community. Candidates are chosen based on “the quality and quantity…