FTC announces ban on noncompete agreements. Under the FTC’s new rule, existing noncompete agreements will no longer be enforceable. Nondisclosure agreements provide an alternative to protect trade secrets and proprietary information. Here is the official announcement from the FTC.
Protecting your assets from political uncertainty
Today, Old Colony Law attorney Ben Palkowski issued a memorandum discussing potential political-related considerations in estate planning, including The Super Tuesday Memorandum begins: It’s Super Tuesday, the unofficial kickoff to the most consequential Presidential election campaign of your lifetime. As we work together to protect Democracy, remember, also, to protect yourself and your family, yourContinue reading “Protecting your assets from political uncertainty”
Racial equity in home ownership and estate planning
Due to both historical abuses and present day lack of access to the legal system, Black Americans are significantly less likely than their white counterparts to have a will. Consequently, studies like this National Consumer Law Center report estimate that more than half the real property owned by Black Americans is owned as heirs property.Continue reading “Racial equity in home ownership and estate planning”
Announcing the opening of our North Shore office location
Old Colony Law is pleased to announce the opening of our new North Shore office location in Amesbury. Here is a link to our official announcement. Estate Planning Educational Forum An estimated 70% of people die without an estate plan. We believe that this lack of planning is largely attributable to confusion, misinformation and fear.Continue reading “Announcing the opening of our North Shore office location”
OCL Attorneys to attend Northampton Chamber event
Northampton, MA – Old Colony Law attorneys Claire Crowley and Ben Palkowski will be in attendance at the Greater Northampton Chamber of Commerce this evening at the Northampton Brewery. If you are interested in meeting either Claire or Ben, please text 413-387-0080 before 4:00 p.m. Or simply find them there. More information on the eventContinue reading “OCL Attorneys to attend Northampton Chamber event”
Northampton Hot Chocolate Run
We are pleased to participate in this year’s Hot Chocolate Run in Northampton, Massachusetts and to support Safe Passage, and an organization that supports families who have had to endure domestic violence issues. Here’s a link to our race page if you’d like to sign up yourself or donate.
Statement on Governor Healey’s Estate Tax Proposal
For Immediate Release: February 27, 2023 Contact: Ben Palkowski 413 387 0080 [email protected] OLD COLONY LAW RELEASES THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT IN RESPONSE TO GOVERNOR HEALEY’S ESTATE TAX PROPOSAL “Today, Governor Healey announced that the tax relief package she will be submitting to the legislature later this week incorporates a proposal to eliminate the estate tax onContinue reading “Statement on Governor Healey’s Estate Tax Proposal”
Old Colony Law Opens in Hadley
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 16, 2022 CONTACT: Claire Crowley or Ben Palkowski 413 387 0080 [email protected] OLD COLONY LAW OPENS IN HADLEY Route 9 Law Practice Focuses on Estate Planning HADLEY, MA — Old Colony Law celebrated its grand opening this month. The law firm provides estate planning services for residents and families in theContinue reading “Old Colony Law Opens in Hadley”