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STEPHEN UNSWORTH NAMED SUPER LAWYER FOR THE THIRD CONSECUTIVE YEAR
Posted On 11/16/2009
Estate Planning Attorney Stephen A. Unsworth has been named to 2009 Super Lawyers for the third consecutive years by Minneapolis-based Law & Politics Publishing.
Michael Jackson's Death - Why YOU Need Your Estate Planning Documents in Order
Posted On 6/29/2009
The sudden death of Michael Jackson serves as a reminder to everyone that, no matter your age, you need to have your estate planning in order. The pop superstar died on Thursday, June 25th at 50 years old. The media is speculating as to how his estate will be handled and the future of his young children. No public statement has been made in regard to his personal planning and the media and the nation will wait anxiously to see how this unfolds. If Michael Jackson prepared a Trust the public will most likely never know the details as it will be held private, however, if he had a Will it becomes part of public record. In the state of California, a Will needs to be presented within 30 days. Jackson's assets, royalties and the amount of debt he had accumulated most likely will lead to lengthy battles over his estate.
American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys Recognized by Money Magazine Again
Posted On 5/29/2009
Carolyn Bigdas article "Rethink Your Legacy" in the June issue of Money Magazine explores the five questions you should be asking regarding your estate. The article recommends the American Academys website, www.aaepa.com, as a source to find a qualified estate planning attorney. The Associate Director of Education at the Academy, Steve Hartnett, was also interviewed in the article and lent his expertise to one of the five questions. This is the fifth mention of finding a quality attorney on the American Academys members list by Money Magazine in the last 21 issues.
UNSWORTH & BARRA, PLC ATTORNEYS ATTEND EXCLUSIVE ESTATE PLANNING CONFERENCE IN MEMPHIS, TN
Posted On 5/14/2009
Attorneys Stephen A. Unsworth and David A. Barra attended an educational conference in Memphis, TN April 23-26 sponsored by the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. The Academy is the premier national educational organization that promotes excellence in estate planning by providing member attorneys with research and vital updates in estate, tax and business planning law since 1993. The advanced training included Estate Planning Tools in a Low Interest Rate Environment, Adding Special Needs to Your Practice, and Medicaid Planning under DRA: The Medicaid Irrevocable Income Only Trust. Additional training focused on Using Legacy Wealth Planning to Meet the Needs of the Next Generation and Protecting the Institutionalized Spouse.
Please join us in welcoming the newest members of our team:
Posted On 5/11/2009
Amber Frank has joined the firm as Marketing/Public Relations Coordinator. Amber has over seven years of experience in Marketing and Public Relations, most recently serving as a Communications Associate for the American Cancer Society in Connecticut. Prior to that, she served as the Marketing Assistant at the corporate office for a national pharmacy chain.
Attorney Richard J. Fox Presents At The National Business Institute Seminar “In-Depth Title Insurance Principles”
Posted On 3/3/2009
ESSEX JUNCTION, VT – Attorney Richard J. Fox, of ABX Title Department of Unsworth & Barra Law Office in Essex Junction, presented for the National Business Institute’s Seminar “In-Depth Title Insurance Principles.” Attorney Fox presented three sections of the seminar: “Understanding Title Insurance Policies”, “ Endorsements and Exceptions” and “Real Estate Transactions With Legal Entities.” This was an advanced level seminar designed to maximize title insurance knowledge. “In-Depth Title Insurance Principles” was well attended by attorneys, title insurance specialists, real estate professionals, bankers and paralegals.
Unsworth Named as New England Super Lawyer Two Years in a Row!
Posted On 2/26/2009
Essex Junction, VT – Stephen A. Unsworth, senior partner of Unsworth & Barra, PLC in Essex Junction, has, for the second year in a row, been named a Super Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate by New England Super Lawyers. Attorney’s identified as “Super Lawyers” are considered to be in the top five percent of New England attorneys and the best in their profession.
Attorney Richard J. Fox Attends Nbi Seminar :“Boundary Disputes: Resolving Client Conflict”
Posted On 2/15/2009
Essex Junction, VT – Richard J. Fox, of Unsworth & Barra, PLC, ABX Title Department attended the National Business Institutes Seminar “Boundary Disputes: Resolving Client Conflict.” The seminareducated on use of boundary agreements, affidavits and quiet title actions to resolve boundary disputes, right-of-way issues, prescriptive easements and municipal resolution, identifying problems with zoning, restrictions and encroachments on a survey and how to rectify them.
Consumer Reports Recommends American Academy
Posted On 1/29/2009
The American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys was recommended in the January 2009 Consumer Reports Money Adviser newsletter. The article “How to Avoid Inheritance Feuds” focuses on techniques for avoiding conflict after a loved one passes away.
Money Magazine Recognizes American Academy!
Posted On 12/26/2008
In the January 2009 issue of Money Magazine, Walecia Konrads article entitled "Keep It In The Family" focuses on making sure the wealth youve worked so hard to accumulate will go to the people you love.
Local Estate Planning Attorney Receives Innovative Legacy Training at Academy Conference
Posted On 10/10/2008
Essex Junction - Estate Planning Attorney’s Stephen Unsworth and Désirée Johnson with paralegal Jennifer Gallant attended an educational conference in San Diego, CA sponsored by the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. The Academy is the premier national educational organization that promotes excellence in estate planning by providing member attorneys with research and vital updates in estate, tax and business planning law. The advanced training focused on innovative planning techniques for LEGACY WEALTH PLANNING. The training included Trust Provisions for Divorce, Disability, Children and Grandchildren, and Asset and Creditor Protection; Estate Planning for IRAs and Pension Plans Including the Family Retirement Preservation Trust; Alternatives to Planning for Minor Children and Grandchildren; and Working with Widows and Widowers. Additional Legacy Wealth Planning training included Estate Planning Myths: Why Most Estate Plans Fail and What to Do About It.
Jennifer W. Gallant joins Unsworth & Barra, PLC
Posted On 9/12/2008
We are please to announce the addition of paralegal Jennifer Gallant. Jennifer will handle estate planning document production and LLC formation.
Attorney Johnson successfully completes: NAVIGATING THE MEDICAID SYSTEM IN A HOSTILE WORLD
Posted On 9/1/2008
ESSEX JUNCTION, VT – Désirée A. Johnson successfully completed the course “Navigating the Medicaid System in a Hostile World” at Suffolk University Law School of Boston. This course included Procedural Rules Governing the Conduct of Fair Hearings, How To Build A Record to Increase The Likelihood of Success, Strategies Other Attorneys Are Having Success With, Due Process Issues Affecting Clients at Fair Hearings, Updates on Critical Pending Litigation, and The Attorney General as an Ally of the Elder Law Attorney. Attending this course provided Désirée with an invaluable opportunity to learn strategies that help assure elder clients get the fair benefit hearings they are entitled to receive from an often contrary Medicaid system.
Richard Fox Joins Unsworth & Barra, PLC
Posted On 8/25/2008
We are pleased to announce that Richard J. Fox has joined the law firm of Unsworth and Barra, PLC of Essex Junction, VT. Richard will work primarily in the ABX Title Department focusing on real estate. He will also concentrate on landlord/tenant law, civil litigation and construction law. Attorney Fox graduated from Rutgers College with a B.A. in English, History, and Political Science, and received his Juris Doctorate from the George Washington University Law School.
Unsworth Named as New England Super Lawyer
Posted On 8/1/2008
Stephen Unsworth, senior partner of the Law firm Unsworth & Barra PLC, in Essex Junction, was named as a New England Super Lawyer. The attorney's listed as Super Lawyers are considered to be the best in their profession. Law & Politics conducts extensive nomination and polling among New England attorneys to identify New England's top five percent of Super Lawyer's.
Unsworth Presents for Institute for Paralegal Education
Posted On 7/29/2008
ESSEX JUNCTION, VT - Stephen Unsworth, senior partner in the law firm Unsworth & Barra PLC, in Essex Junction, recently presented for the Institute of Paralegal Education's seminar: "THE PROBATE PROCESS FROM START TO FINISH FOR PARALEGALS." This seminar was attended by professionals that are involved with the probate process. The seminar explored the many issues that surround the probate process. Stephen presented on the "Ethical Perils in the Probate Process" and "Closing the Estate."
Attorney, Stephen Unsworth, Appointed to Board of Governors of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys
Posted On 5/25/2008
In his new capacity, Mr. Unsworth will serve as an advisor and help guide the direction of the 120-member organization. He joins eight other attorneys from around the country on the prestigious Board, which is the most important advisory panel to the senior management team at the Academy. Board members participate in research and development and provide feedback on all new Academy products and services.
Attorney Stephen Unsworth Presents at the SES Seminar "Managing Residential Property: Avoiding Tenant Disputes and Evictions"
Posted On 4/16/2008
ESSEX JUNCTION, VT - Unsworth & Barra, PLC is pleased to announce that Stephen A. Unsworth, a partner in the firm, presented at a Sterling Education Services, Inc. seminar, “Landlord-tenant law in vermont” on June 13, 2006 in Burlington. This seminar was attended by many professionals that are involved with commercial and residential rental/lease properties. The presentation to business professionals explored the many issues that surround Landlord/Tenant issues in Vermont.
1st Anniversary of Terri Schiavo's Death
Posted On 3/31/2008
March 31, 2006 marks the one year anniversary of Terri Schiavo’s death. More than any other story, Ms. Schiavo’s situation brought the need for living wills and other advance directives to the forefront of everyone’s attention. In the past year, an unprecedented number of people have explored their personal health care desires and made plans for their end-of-life wishes.
American Academy Mentioned Again in Money Magazine!
Posted On 3/18/2008
Robert Armstrong, President of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, was interviewed by Money Magazine senior writer Penelope Wang for her article "A Midlife Money Checkup" in the March 2008 Issue.
American Academy Recommended by Nationally Syndicated Talk Show Host
Posted On 12/20/2007
The John Tesh Radio Show recommended the American Academy as a resource for finding an estate planning attorney. The segment focusing on money and finance originally aired in September 2007 and was repeated in December 2007.
American Academy Mentioned in Money Magazine
Posted On 10/25/2007
The September issue of Money Magazine has an article entitled,"20 Timeless Money Rules." Rule 17, Exiting Gracefully, is particularly significant because it emphasizes the importance of putting together your estate plan. The recommendation of Money Magazine is that you search for a member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys: "To find a lawyer, ask friends and colleagues for recommendations or get referrals online at the website of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys (aaepa.com)."
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