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At RJ Fichera Law Firm , we offer a holistic approach to legal services that integrates Estate Planning with Corporate and Business Law, delivering …

Why you need an Estate Plan.

Numerous studies have shown that 51% of Americans age 55 to 64 do not have a Will and have no Estate Plan. Even worse, 62% of those aged 45 to 54 — and 67% of women that age — have no Will and No Estate Plan.

Assuredly, for those who …

Planning for Life

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You and I do not see things as they are. We see things as we are."– Anais Nin

At RJ Fichera Law, we meet with you peronally to thoroughly review your legacy plans, ensuring clarity and peace of …

Have you planned for your future? Planning ahead to help ensure your assets will be distributed according to your wishes can mean the difference between peace of mind and untold stress for your family after you have passed on.

“Planning is bringing the future …

“When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.”- Dr. Wayne Dyer

The best time to plan your Estate is now.

No one wants to think about his or her mortality or the possibility of being unable to make decisions for oneself. This is …

A last Will and Testament is a document you create to instruct how you want your property distributed upon your death. Who gets the house? Who gets which antiques? Who gets a bank account? Who takes care of the pets? These are just some of the questions upon …

To execute a will, you must follow proper procedures as outlined by the laws of Pennsylvania. Mistakes can lead to an invalid will or will contestations. You do not want either of those outcomes because it means your wishes will not be fulfilled upon your death, …

A Last Will and Testament is a legal document instructing what should happen to your assets and property (known as your estate) at the time of your death. But it does not stop there. You can assign a guardian for children and appoint an executor for your estate, …

In general, people establish a trust for their own financial purposes or to financially protect their family members. Many different types of trusts exist that can accommodate the different reasons people have. 

At RJ Fichera Law Firm, we will help you decide …

It's a daunting task to put together an estate plan for yourself and maybe even a spouse. When you add children to it, it can become a little more complex. If one of those children has special needs, it's not only more complex but imperative—because you may be …

No one wants to think about their own death or dying, but it's a reality. An accident can happen any day. You could be diagnosed with a terminal illness. If you do not have a plan established on end-of-life care or medical treatment preferences for when you are …

A healthcare proxy, also written as health care proxy, is a means to ensure that––in the event, you become incapacitated––someone you trust carries out your wishes regarding medical treatment. This document is a great comforting tool that you can use, knowing …

A DNR order, or a do-not-resuscitate order, is a pre-written healthcare directive made by a patient concerning life-saving medical interventions. As the name implies, DNRs tell doctors not to resuscitate the patient in certain circumstances – usually if the heart …

The term Power of Attorney (POA) refers to a legal authorization that gives a designated person the power to act for someone else. As such, a POA gives the agent or attorney-in-fact the authority to act on behalf of the principal. The agent may be given broad …

When the parents of a child are no longer able to care for the child, a Guardianship is needed. Unfortunately, so many people are unprepared and do not designate a guardian for their child, so the court must. 

At the RJ Fichera Law Firm, we want you to understand …

Estate Planning is much more than figuring out the distribution of assets to beneficiaries but can be a means to protect yourself and your children when you can no longer do so. One way you can protect yourself, and any children, is through the creation of a …

Many senior citizens need long-term care at some point. Some senior citizens do not have family members who can give them the kind of care they need, and because of that as well as many other factors, they will need nursing home care.

But nursing home care and …

Settling An Estate

Even if you have the best intentions, being put in the position of Executor can be daunting and stressful. It can be challenging to navigate family dynamics, especially during a time of grieving. It can be time-consuming and overwhelming to …

When a person passes away, their assets must be disbursed according to their estate plan and, when applicable, state laws and probate. 

At RJ Fichera Law Firm, we assist executors of Wills or beneficiaries of an estate through the probate process. Starting with …

There are ways to reduce or avoid estate and inheritance taxes, but they do not always apply. Speaking to an experienced estate planning attorney is the best way to create a plan that benefits you today and protects your loved ones tomorrow.

Estate law can get …

A corporation is a legal entity considered to be a person under Pennsylvania law, meaning it can sue or be sued by another party. Corporations also have rights and obligations. Corporations are separate from their owners or shareholders and have many different …

Have an idea for a business? Where do you start transforming that idea into a business? Determining business formation is one of the first and most important steps to starting a business in Pennsylvania. It can make a difference in terms of taxes, liability, …

We believe our Corporate Payment Plans are beneficial for our Clients and our Firm. We can promise you professional services on a whole host of legal and business issues far beyond what you could expect from other attorneys or Law Firms at four or five times the …

“A dream that I dream alone is but only a dream. But a dream that we dream together is reality.” - Raul Seixas

We want to be part of your team.

In that way, our services become an integral part of your operation.

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Whether retirement is many years away, just over the horizon, or not in your game plan at all, a Succession Plan is vital to ensuring the continued success of any business.

Succession Planning may be the single-most neglected aspect of business ownership. Don't …

Many different situations can lead to a business sale or purchase. A company's owner or partner may want to transfer ownership through a business succession plan. An entrepreneur may want to purchase a business that is already in full operation rather than start …

Businesses are involved in any number of things that can lead to any number of disputes within a business and between businesses. You can proactively work to minimize and avoid many common disputes, but thorough planning is not always enough to evade disputes …

Arbitration is an alternative to litigation, but it is still adversarial in nature. The end results of it, too, are often permanent without the right to appeal. Agreeing to arbitration, therefore, is not something to take lightly.

At RJ Fichera Law Firm , our …

Litigation is expensive. Litigation is time-consuming. Alternatives to litigation exist, and mediation is a popular alternative in Pennsylvania. It allows each party an opportunity to speak freely, openly, and honestly with the guidance of counsel. The goal of …