Wills and Trusts, Estate Planning

Expert estate planning is essential to asset preservation and peace of mind, regardless of the size of your holdings or estate. The Law Offices of Patricia M. Scoles can skillfully serve these crucial planning needs for you, your family and business. Some sort of estate planning, whether a will or a living trust is essential for all individuals and families. The Law Offices of Patricia M. Scoles will give you individualized attention and advice in guiding you through your estate planning choices.


Small Business Entity Advice and Incorporation

The increasingly competitive and changing marketplace requires expert counsel in numerous areas. The Law Offices of Patricia M. Scoles offers expertise in advising small businesses in which entity is appropriate, whether it is a sole proprietorship, LLC, LLP or a corporation. The Law Offices of Patricia M. Scoles can also guide small businesses through day-to-day issues that may arise, including review of contracts or leases, yearly corporate meetings, employee issues or litigation. Patricia Scoles has handled in excess of 60 jury trials and can assist any entity in the event of a lawsuit. In addition, through sound advice and planning in business operations, we help our clients avoid litigation liability, pitfalls and expense.


Real Estate and Construction

Law The Law Offices of Patricia M. Scoles is skilled in advising clients on commercial and residential real estate transactions. We assist buyers and sellers in negotiating purchases, sales or exchanges of real estate, and in documenting those transactions. In addition, we represent real estate brokers and agents and owners of real property in the resolution of disputes surrounding the sale and construction of property, negotiate and draft documents for landlords and tenants, assist in landlord tenant disputes and represent parties in all aspects of construction projects, including owners, developers, builders, lenders, architects, contractors and subcontractors. Issues regarding easements and title issues are handled with care and expertise.



Health Care Directives and General Powers of Attorney

An important part of estate planning is the preparation of a health care directive, also known as a living will or health care power of attorney. In additional, a financial or general power of attorney can be prepared to protect your financial interests should you be rendered incapacitated. The Law Offices of Patricia M. Scoles has considerable experience in the preparation of these most important documents.