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Since 1901, Beers Mallers has been one of Northeast Indiana’s leading law firms. Known for our commitment to excellence, our team of attorneys work collaboratively to find practical solutions for all our clients’ legal needs. We are recognized as leaders in the practice of elder law and Medicaid planning, estate planning and administration, litigation, and municipal law. We also concentrate on business and corporate law, real estate and land use law, and employment law. From your personal to business needs, Beers Mallers is well-prepared to assist you with all your legal matters. Perhaps that’s why Beers Mallers was ranked #1 in northeast Indiana for Best Attorney/General Practice Legal Firm.*
*1st Place, Best Attorney/General Practice – Fort Wayne NewspapersReaders’ Choice Awards 2020
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The business environment is ever-changing, and we understand that our clients need to be quick to anticipate and adapt to change. We have the ability to guide and grow with your company, whether it is the conception of a new business, a merger or acquisition, or the next stage in the life cycle of your business.
PERSONAL
Personal legal disputes are some of the most stressful situations that clients encounter. The attorneys at Beers Mallers Backs & Salin have years of experience navigating family law, estate planning, personal injury, tax planning, immigration topics, and countless other personal legal matters. Our group of compassionate attorneys understand your needs and want to help.
GOVERNMENT
At Beers Mallers Backs & Salin, we pride ourselves on our intimate knowledge of the political process and our ability to read the political winds and accurately forecast outcomes. We work hard to identify and access the real decision-makers, and, most importantly, to pursue our clients’ causes with the undisputable credibility that gets results.
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What is one of the most pervasive and significant estate and succession planning failures you have experienced recently? by Kurt Bachman
One major area that clients often fail to address, which creates major difficulties for family members at death, is planning for and documenting digital assets
What are the essential estate planning documents everyone needs? by Ryan Gardner
When thinking about estate planning, it may seem confusing to determine what documents should be prepared. But the truth is, with the assistance of an elder law attorney it’s quite simple.
The FTC Bans Noncompetes for Employees by Ted Storer
Employers use different restrictive covenants to protect their proprietary information and competitive status in their industries. Restrictive covenants are often identified as confidentiality or nondisclosure agreements (NDA’s), trade secret provisions, nonsolicitation agreements, nonpiracy provisions, and noncompete agreements. Noncompete provisions contractually outline certain activities that past employees may not engage in. In Indiana, those noncompete provisions had to be narrowly drawn to protect the legitimate business interests of the employer and not unfairly restrict an employee in terms of the scope of the duration, the nature of the protection and the geographic range. However, this type of restrictive covenant will soon […]
Changes to Overtime Exemption Rule by Ted Storer
The United States Department of Labor issued a new rule related to overtime that could impact many employers in our area. To be exempt from overtime, most employees must meet a duties test AND a salary level.
Addressing Elder Abuse by Troy C. Kiefer
Elder abuse affects some of our most vulnerable citizens—our seniors. It’s crucial to recognize the signs of elder abuse and understand the steps to take if suspected. Elder abuse can take many forms, including physical, emotional, financial, or neglect. Physical abuse may be shown as unexplained injuries, while emotional abuse could involve threats or intimidation. Financial abuse might include unusual bank activities or changes in estate documents. Neglect is often evident when an elder appears poorly cared for or malnourished.Recognition of the abuse is the first step in getting the abused person help. Watch for changes in behavior or appearance that might […]
Succession Planning and Retirement for Your Business Entity by Tony B. Manns
Many small business owners are great at building and growing a business. As we age, it becomes increasingly important to prepare for retirement and the transition of the business to other partners or family members. Small businesses must be prepared for retirements or the sudden death or illness of leadership. One reason to have a plan in place is for the benefit of your customers or clients. Another reason is to protect your business and any employees from sudden undue hardship caused by your departure. Having a transition plan in place helps ensure that customers and clients are comfortable with […]