Posts by Geoffrey A. Losee
Protecting your business from liability when re-opening after COVID-19
Restrictions are being lifted, new guidelines have come out, and North Carolina is open for business. With all the safety concerns out there, you know your business will need a new normal. But, how can you protect your business from liability when re-opening on the heels of a global pandemic? Here, we discuss the legal…
Read MoreWelcoming Corey T. Zurbuch to Rountree Losee
We are excited to announce that Corey T. Zurbuch will be joining our team of attorneys as counsel to Rountree Losee LLP. Mr. Zurbuch comes to our team with 24 years of experience and will provide seasoned litigation and business law support to Rountree Losee clients with a focus on real estate litigation, commercial law…
Read MoreBusiness Interruption Insurance in COVID-19
The ongoing COVID-19 crisis has dealt a blow to businesses across New Hanover County. From state-mandated closures of non-essential businesses to stay at home orders imposed on citizens, our coastal community has undergone a radical change that has had a drastic impact on local businesses. Some of these affected businesses may have business interruption insurance…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Issues and Resources For Wilmington Small Businesses
Though the full financial impact of COVID-19 is yet to be determined, many Wilmington businesses have had to close their doors in an effort to slow the spread of the virus. This has led to tremendous losses in revenue, unprecedented unemployment, and steep wage cuts. No business has been unaffected by COVID-19, and that data…
Read MoreCOVID-19: Rountree Losee LLP is Open For Business
Daily media coverage is keeping the COVID-19 virus top of mind. We want to assure you of our commitment to your health and well-being, and keep you updated on our office decisions. We are closely following the Centers for Disease Control and the World Health Organization to stay well-informed about this evolving situation, and we…
Read MoreWhat You Need To Know Before Creating An Estate Plan
Do you have a plan for the future? Have you thought about what will happen to your home when you become incapacitated or who will take care of your children upon your death? How can you be sure those special family heirlooms wind up in the right hands? What about all of that money you…
Read MoreGlory Days
By Russell Rawlings In a previous life, it was my good fortune to write a book about my childhood heroes, the Fike High School Cyclones of Wilson, state 4-A football champions of 1967, 1968 and 1969. Little did I know, while working on “Cyclone Country: The Time, The Town, The Team,” that three of those…
Read MoreOur Response to COVID-19 Health Concerns
As we prepare for the wide range of possible outcomes related to unprecedented public health concerns regarding COVID-19, we want to provide assurance that our highest priorities are the health and safety of clients, attorneys, employees, and the communities in which we live. We are monitoring federal and state guidance and are prepared to implement…
Read MoreHow The North Carolina Probate Process Works
What is Probate? “Probate” refers to the formal legal process involved in administering an estate. In North Carolina, the clerk of court in the county where the deceased individual lived is responsible for managing the probate process. When Does An Estate Go To Probate in Wilmington? Probate is generally only necessary when the deceased owned…
Read More5 Estate Planning New Year’s Resolutions
The beginning of the new year is a great time to revisit your goals and vision for the future. Maybe you purchased a new gym membership. Maybe you have reviewed and edited your monthly budget. Perhaps your New Year’s resolutions are more simple: less screen time, more family dinners, or daily journaling. But have you…
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