Property owners across Ohio are facing substantial increases in their property tax bills, with some counties seeing residential property value increases of more than 30%. As your trusted legal advisors in real estate tax matters, we want to ensure you understand your options and important deadlines for challenging these valuations. Understanding the 2024 Property Tax...
As we enter 2025, the Supreme Court’s docket includes several consequential cases that could significantly impact various areas of law. Here’s what practitioners and clients should know about some of the most notable cases: Ghost Guns and Federal Regulation In Garland v. VanDerStok, the Court will determine whether the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and...
Starting a nonprofit organization can be an excellent way to make a difference in your community, but navigating the IRS application process requires careful attention to detail. Here’s what you need to know about forming a 501(c)(3) and obtaining tax-exempt status from the IRS. First Steps: Creating Your Nonprofit Entity Before applying for tax-exempt status,...
When transferring real estate using a Power of Attorney (POA), proper documentation and recording are crucial to ensure a smooth transaction. As experienced real estate attorneys, we regularly help clients navigate the complexities of property transfers using POAs. Here’s what you need to know about this important legal tool. Recording Requirements According to Ohio law,...
Ohio’s saving statute serves as a crucial lifeline for plaintiffs whose cases are dismissed for procedural reasons rather than on their merits. Codified in Ohio Revised Code § 2305.19(A), the statute provides that when an action “fails otherwise than upon the merits,” plaintiffs may commence a new action within one year after the failure or...
Recent developments in federal courts have created significant uncertainty around the implementation of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). On December 26, 2024, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals reinstated a nationwide injunction that temporarily halts the enforcement of the CTA’s reporting requirements. This decision came shortly after FinCEN had announced new reporting deadlines following an...
