819 Steubenville Ave, Cambridge, OH 43725 :: 740-439-2719 :: 877-593-6290
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819 Steubenville Ave, Cambridge, OH 43725 :: 740-439-2719 :: 877-593-6290
What We Do Best
Whether you’re planning the parameters of your estate plan future medical care or establishing support for loved ones upon your death, Knowlton, Bennett & Conaway can help with all aspects of trusts and estates issues, including:
If you have minor children, your will allows you to make decisions about their future care. This is especially crucial if you are a single parent or if both parents die in a common incident. If you do not name a guardian, the court will appoint a guardian for your children and can make decisions not consistant to your ultimate parenting goals. You can also make arrangements for your pets’ care in your will, including naming a guardian to take responsibility for your pets.
You work hard for your family, so knowing that you have planned for their long-term well-being and financial security can bring you comfort. We thoroughly analyze your estate and strategize the best means of transferring your assets, minimizing taxes, establishing guardianship for your children, caring for your pets, supporting personal philanthropic causes and protecting your loved ones.
A will is essential at every stage of your life. Your living will sets the parameters for medical intervention should you become incapacitated. This assures that when you are most vulnerable, your wishes will be honored.
Your last will provides the opportunity to distribute your property, establish care for your children and otherwise express your wishes upon your death. A will is necessary if you intend to leave property to a person or entity other than a blood relative, such as a domestic partner, a friend or a charity. If you die without a will, the court determines how your property is distributed, who cares for you children and even what happens to your pet- making decisions that might not reflect your desires.
As your life changes, so does your estate plan. You may need to update your will throughout your life. Our attorneys draft valid codicils that address changes in your financial situation, marital status, number of children, philanthropic interests and general lifestyle decisions.
The attorneys at Knowlton, Bennett & Conaway apply their extensive knowledge about property rights, real estate issues, finance, and business transactions to all areas of real estate law. Our experienced attorneys can help you with:
Some disputes are better solved outside of the courtroom. Our attorneys guide negotiations to protect your interests. By retaining an attorney to strategize during the contract negotiation process, you can often prevent disputes from arising at a later stage in the real estate transaction. This can save time, costs and frustrations.
Real estate litigation requires substantial knowledge about property laws and civil litigations, as well as a dynamic courtroom presence. Our attorneys possess the specialized knowledge necessary to successfully litigate your real estate disputes.
From offer to sale, we handle all aspects of buying and selling real estate and constructions, so that you can feel confident about a smooth and precise transaction. Our attorneys can:
An oil and gas lease review provide a thorough analysis of existing or contemplated lease agreements to ensure that your interests are protected. We identify potential risks and provide recommendations to strengthen your position.
Allow us to draft your oil and gas lease ensures that your lease agreement is tailored to your specific needs and interests. We work closely with you to develop a comprehensive and effective lease agreement.
We review your existing Oil and Gas lease, production records, and ODNR information to ensure that all lease terms and obligations are being met. We provide a detailed report of any non-compliance issues and recommend actions to bring the lease into compliance.
Occasionally the terms of an Oil and Gas lease will need to be amended, and when that occurs, we provide support and guidance when seeking to modify existing lease agreements or ratify previous agreements. We ensure that the changes are in your best interest and help you negotiate the terms.
We provide recommendations and opinions when negotiating access to your property for pipelines. We ensure that the terms are reasonable and that your interests are protected.
Our Oil and Gas title search and mineral title opinion of ownership and title history. We provide a detailed report to help you make informed decisions about your oil and gas interests.
Our Oil and Gas surface use agreement negotiation service ensures that your interested are protected when negotiating access to the surface of your property for oil and gas exploration and production.
We provide guidance and support throughout the negotiation process. We work to ensure that your interests are protected and that the lease agreements is fair and equitable.
If you are planning to start your own business in Ohio, or if you want to expand your current business, an experienced and knowledgeable business law attorney can help expedite the process and ensure your success. Knowlton, Bennett & Conaway assists individuals and businesses of all sizes with a full range of legal services, including:
Our attorneys are well-prepared to handle business legal issues of any size or complexity. If litigation becomes necessary, we work tirelessly to defend your rights in court and provide the best possible results for your case.
A focus of our firm is helping clients start their own businesses. We review your business plans and advise on issues involved in business formation and maintenance, including potential liability, corporate entity formation and tax structures. Once your business has been established, we continue to help it grow by advising on insurance coverage, investment strategies, and corporate compliance issues. We also look after your best interests by finding strategies to limit your personal liability and increase your bottom line.
We work closely with you to ensure your business runs smoothly. We often negotiate and draft contracts and buy-and-sell agreements, assist with corporate compliance measures and tax filing, and represent businesses in shareholder disputes and commercial litigation cases. Our attorneys are seasoned negotiators and litigators, and know how to best represent your financial interests, successfully resolving your issues in the boardroom or the courtroom.
The attorneys at Knowlton, Bennett & Conaway have the ability and experience to help your business succeed. Call us today at 740-439-2719 or contact us online to schedule your initial consultation at our Cambridge office.