Johanna R. Kirk

I assist local business with: organizing a business entity employment policy manuals employment issues - harassment, discrimination, hiring, firing, etc. record retention non-compete agreements business forms - contracts, leases, etc. litigation

I help clients look at their total situation to determine what their goals are and what tools they should consider to meet those goals. I ask clients to consider thier post-death desires, tax implications, retirement plans, the reactions of family members, and more. Options can include: Wills Powers of attorney Health care powers of attorney Trusts Life estates Transfer on death deeds

I assist with large and small estates including: opening the estate getting the personal representative appointed inventory of assest distribution of assets tax document preparation resolving/handling disputes between beneficiaries finalizing and closing estates

I assist school districts with the following areas: real estate transactions employment matters - hiring and firing special education law expulsions litigation contract negotiations