Belle Wong, J.D.
Belle Wong, is a freelance writer specializing in small business, personal finance, banking, and tech/SAAS. She spends her spare moments testing out the latest productivity apps and plotting her latest novel.
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What Are Smart Contracts, and How Are They Regulated and Enforced?
Smart contracts are self-executing contracts with the terms directly written into code. But how do they work, and do you have the same legal protections as with traditional contracts?
· 7 min read
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What Is Attorney-Client Privilege?
Worried about the confidentiality of your discussions with your lawyer? Read more about attorney-client privilege and its effect on your communications with your lawyer.
· 5 min read
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What to Expect from an Attorney
While every lawyer is different—for example, lawyers charge different fees and work with clients and on cases in different ways—there are some basic things that you can expect from the lawyer you’ve hired. Find out more about what to expect from an attorney.
· 5 min read
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How to Choose the Right Lawyer
Finding the right lawyer for your needs may seem like an intimidating process, but, as with any other consumer transaction, doing your research is key. At one point or another, many people find themselves in a situation where they're in need of the services of a good lawyer. Whether it's handling a real estate transaction, setting up a business, or dealing with a family law issue, there are a vast number of situations where the experience and expertise of a good lawyer will be necessary.
· 4 min read
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How Are Profits Split in an LLC?
LLCs offer a great advantage in addition to ease of formation and personal protections: flexible pass-through profit distribution.
· 3 min read
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Charitable Giving in Trusts
A charitable trust allows you to give to your favorite charity while still generating a stream of income from the donated assets.
· 5 min read
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When Is a Promissory Note Negotiable?
Learn when a promissory note is negotiable, and how to make a promissory note non-negotiable.
· 3 min read
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Contingent Beneficiaries in a Living Trust
You've designated a primary beneficiary for your living trust. But have you considered choosing a contingent beneficiary as well? Learn the benefits of having a contingent beneficiary for your living trust.
· 4 min read
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Ensure Independent Contractors Keep Your Company Secrets Safe with a NDA
Thinking about working with an independent contractor who might be exposed to your trade secrets? Protect your company's confidential information with an NDA.
· 3 min read
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Work-at-Home Scams and How to Protect Yourself
Many of these jobs are sales schemes. Here's what to watch out for.
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