Brette Sember, J.D.
Brette is a former attorney and has been a writer and editor for more than 25 years. She is the author of more than 40 books, many of them about legal topics. Brette has written, edited, and consulted for a large number of legal outlets, legal websites, legal practice management software companies, online legal service companies, and law firms. She is a national expert on divorce and family law. View her work on her website.
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How to Conduct a California LLC Search
Searching for LLC names in California can help you locate important information about a company and eliminate names as you choose a name for your own LLC.
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Differences Between Defamation, Slander, and Libel
Being wronged or misrepresented is never pleasant, but not all insults are created equally.
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How to File a DBA in Texas: A Step-by-Step Guide for 2025
If you're looking to start a business in Texas using anything other than your legal name, you'll need to file a 'doing business as' document with the state and the county. This document protects you and your business, and it also provides a public record for others to check.
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Do I Need an Attorney for My Living Trust?
Determining if you need an attorney to create a trust is the first question to ask yourself in this process.
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How to File a Small Estate Affidavit in Texas
Because probate proceedings can be expensive and time-consuming, Texas has provided a small estate affidavit procedure for decedents with small estates. Find out who qualifies and how to file this affidavit.
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What Is an Affidavit of Heirship?
You may need to create and file an affidavit of heirship if a family member has died without a will and you believe you are entitled to inherit any property left behind.
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What Is a Life Estate Deed?
A life estate deed is one way of transferring ownership of real property that offers a number of estate planning advantages.
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What Is a Dissolution of Marriage?
Getting legally divorced is called dissolution of marriage. There are several steps to getting a dissolution.
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Understanding Fiduciary Duty: Definition, Types, and Examples
Directors and officers of corporations owe their shareholders and corporations a fiduciary duty. But what exactly does this mean?
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How New Tax Laws Affect Your New Baby
Beyond the obvious joys associated with bringing home a new baby, the newest member of your family also comes with a tax benefit. So, while you're managing diapers and feedings, take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with how your growing family can benefit under the new tax laws.
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