RES Nova Law Blog

Your company's name is more than just a label; it's a valuable asset that not only represents your brand but represents the legacy of your work in the world as well. It tells your clients, customers, and community who you are and what your business stands for. Protecting your business name through trademark registration can be a crucial step in securing your brand identity and preventing others from using a name you’ve invested in without your permission. In this blog, we'll walk you through the essential steps to trademark your business name – ensuring it remains uniquely

If you’re part of a blended family (meaning you are married with children from a prior marriage in the mix), you’re no stranger to the extra considerations and planning it takes to keep your family’s life running smoothly. You’ve also probably given some thought to what you want to happen to your assets and your family if something happens to you.

As a parent, your top priority is the well-being and future of your children. You plan for their education, health, and happiness, and often this planning includes the tradition of choosing godparents to guide and mentor your children if something happens to you. While selecting godparents is a meaningful tradition in many cultures, it's important to understand that naming a godparent is not the same thing as naming a legal guardian for your children.

If you’re like many business owners, you probably feel like there isn’t enough time in the day for everything you need to do, let alone everything else you’d like to do. But it doesn’t need to be that way. Last week I explored how to use time blocking and task management tools to better manage your time and get more out of your work day. This week, I’m sharing two more methods every business owner should use to get more done, stay more organized, and have more time to take care of yourself and the people who depend on you.

It might seem a bit early to think about your 2023 business taxes, but as the year draws to a close, it's the perfect time to take a closer look at your company’s financial situation and make some strategic moves to minimize your business’ tax liability come next April.

It might seem a bit early to think about your 2023 taxes, but as the year draws to a close, it's the perfect time to take a closer look at your financial situation and make some strategic moves that can help you minimize your tax liability come April.