The Remote Practice of Law and the Client
A New World Email, teleconferencing, websites, remote offices, texting, electronic filing, video court appearances, face masks, electronic billings and payments. These are the benchmarks of a new world and a new way for an attorney to practice law and for an...
A Reminder
Life is precious. The worldwide pandemic has reminded of this truth. Many have lost loved ones and friends or known someone who has. As an attorney whose practice includes trust and estate planning and as a long-time hospice volunteer, I have seen firsthand the...
Holsinger Law Office has Moved
Please update your address books! The new Holsinger Law Office location starting Monday, March 1st, 2021 is:1710 South Amphlett Blvd.Suite 210ASan Mateo, CA 94402-2715 Thank you for your patience in this time of transition.
What is a General Practice Attorney?
Oftentimes, people are not sure what kind of legal problem they have or what kind of attorney they need. A general practice attorney is typically well-versed in many areas of law and can be helpful for people and businesses that may require assistance in determining...
America’s Looming Eviction Crisis Threatens Unprecedented Tens of Millions
Article by Beth Couch August 17, 2020 The US is facing the most severe and devastating housing crisis in its history: 30–40 million Americans could be facing eviction by the end of 2020, creating the widespread displacement of millions of families and exponentially...
Have a Safe Holiday
and a COVID Safe New Year!
Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is generally considered to be a harvest-related festival. Ocktoberfest, a harvest festival at the end of the grape season in September that started in Germany, is a favorite of many throughout the world. Canadians have celebrated a version of Thanksgiving...
Post-COVID-19 Changes in the Practice of Law
Courts across the country have begun to allow electronic signatures to be used in place of “wet” signatures since the social distancing required by COVID-19 makes it difficult, if not impossible, to obtain in-person signatures. As a result, the use of e-signature...
Divorce: Mediation or Court?
Most people consider mediation because of the perceived cost savings. There can be savings with mediation, perhaps as much as 50%. This is the best-case scenario, however, and depends on the good will and active cooperation of both participants. Where there is...
Legal Services During the Pandemic
Our daily lives have been completely overtaken by the COVID19 pandemic. The end is not yet in sight. This "new normal" affects our health, our relationships, our jobs and financial security, and our local, state, national, and international communities. We are...
