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General Info
At Witte Law Office, we are committed to guiding you through lifes difficult times by providing sound legal advice you can trust and experienced representation to protect your legal and financial interests. Located in Lincoln, our law firm serves families and individuals in Lancaster County, southeast Nebraska and statewide. In fact, Glen D. Witte makes "house calls" all over the state to discuss confidential issues in person with clients.
At The Law Office of Glen D. Witte, PC, LLO, we understand the sensitive issues that come up as people age. We offer compassionate advice to those thinking about establishing a legal guardianship or conservatorship. To schedule a free consultation to discuss your needs, please call 402-467-5080 or contact our Lincoln law firm online.
Spousal Support
Generally, the Will controls who gets PROPERTY from the Estate, but there are certain exceptions. Jointly owned PROPERTY passes to the surviving joint owner(s) no matter what the Will says. Similarly, PROPERTY for which there is a named beneficiary or a named Payee on Death (POD) will pass to that beneficiary or payee. A surviving spouse can claim Probate Property (property owned solely by the decedent or owned as Tenants in Common) even before creditors and other heirs. Of this Probate Property, if the decedent died before January 1, 2011 a surviving spouse can claim $7,500 as a Homestead Allowance, $5000 as Exempt Property, and $9,000 as Family Support. If the decedent died after January 1, 2011 a surviving spouse can claim a $20,000 Homestead Allowance, $12,500 in Exempt Property, and $20,000 as spousal support. If there is no spouse, then the minor children can share in those exemptions. If the children are adult and not dependent, then the children can share in only the Exempt Property.
This is a specialized form of Durable Power of Attorney. State law provides that a person who is suffering from a terrible injury or illness can instruct a doctor to discontinue medical treatment even if the only result will be death. State law makes it clear that such a decision is not equal to suicide for life insurance purposes and does not make the doctor liable for murder. Through a Medical Power of Attorney, a person can authorize another individual (agent) to convey instructions to the doctor on his or her behalf. If the person cannot personally communicate with the doctor, and has previously decided that medical care should be terminated, the agent can convey such decision to the doctor at an appropriate time.
Witte Law Office are ready to help you with business formation, family business succession planning, record keeping, employment policies, partnership agreements, farm and ranch issues, and all other aspects of managing and operating your business. We are happy and ready to help you make your business flourish.
Business Disputes
In addition to these specific practice areas, Glen has a wealth of experience in other areas of the law. He prides himself on being the client's lawyer for life. He dedicates a considerable amount of time to mentoring young attorneys and other legal professionals. He has served as an adjunct Business Law instructor for Southeast Community College.
Even with careful planning, real estate deals sometimes go bad. When they do, it is essential that you have a skilled and experienced lawyer on your side, one who understands complex rules of real estate law.
Construction Litigation
Real Estate Transactions
Easement
Land Use and Zoning
Glen also ensures that his clients get treated fairly by the government. He assists clients with zoning appeals, land use planning, business taxes, corporation formation and LLC's. A significant amount of his time is devoted to taxation issues.
Landlord-Tenant Disputes
Property Damage
One common source of litigation is disagreements between landlords and tenants. Our attorneys represent landlords in these cases, offering seasoned advice and effective legal representation. We help solve issues related to eviction, unpaid rent, property damage and much more.
At The Law Office of Glen D. Witte, PC, LLO, we take a comprehensive approach to Medicaid planning. We understand that this is a sensitive issue for many families, and we treat every client with the utmost respect. You can trust us to help you shelter everything you have worked so hard to build. We thoroughly understand Medicaid planning, and we are ready to assist you.
Glen's number one priority is making the law simple for his clients to understand and navigate at an affordable price. This is especially important in the Estate Planning process. Estate Planning can be made a very intricate and unnecessarily expensive process. Glen's experience as a farm and residential mortgage lender enables him to help his clients make plans that incorporate the whole picture.
Wills
When you allow us the honor of drafting your Last Will and Testament. Witte Law Office will help you review your Will and create codicils to adapt your Will to changed circumstances. We will help you protect how your assets will pass to your heirs and beneficiaries. We can help you with kindly charitable donations. Our attention to detail will ensure that your wishes are realized for the next generation.
Trusts
Witte Law Office can help you avoid many of the expenses related to the probate process by drafting an appropriate trust to plan the disposition of the your assets. We can carefully draft revocable trusts, irrevocable trusts, family trusts, special needs trusts, pet trusts, and gun trusts.
Power of Attorney
Generally in writing, a Power of Attorney is an authorization by a principal (boss) to do something or to make a deal with someone on behalf of the boss. The one doing the work, the agent (employee), is not personally obliged to pay but can obligate the boss to pay. On the other hand, the agent cannot personally benefit at the expense of the principal unless the principal agrees. This type of arrangement takes place when a homeowner lists a house for sale with a real estate agent, or when an employer instructs an employee to buy office supplies from Office Depot.
At The Law Office of Glen D. Witte, PC, LLO, we work with business owners, real estate owners and farmers who are facing serious financial issues. Our attorneys work hard to help clients find relief from the stress and anxiety associated with a struggling business. Using our knowledge of bankruptcy law, we are ready to help you make the right decisions that can lead toward a brighter future.
Foreclosure
At The Law Office of Glen D. Witte, PC, LLO, we help people get relief through filing bankruptcy. A properly filed bankruptcy can give you peace of mind and room to breathe. Calls from creditors will stop. Repossessions and foreclosures will stop. We are dedicated to helping you get back on your feet, using bankruptcy as a tool to help rebuild your financial life.
Tax Law
We painstakingly prepare our clients' tax returns, help them survive tax audits, and advocate for them with the State and the IRS. We answer your questions about tax liability for monumental life events. We will help you protect your income through sound advice and creative asset allocation strategies for personal tax planning, business tax planning and tax litigation. Our knowledgeable attorneys are eager to help you navigate whatever troubled tax waters you find yourself in. Call Witte Law Office at 402-467-5080.