After five years, I’ve finally come to a realization. I need to change the name of my law firm. In 2013 when I started practicing law again, I came up with the name “Magellan Law.” I liked that name for two reasons. First, I like the ocean and water and ships. Second,...
The issue of trust is a biggie for me. I suspect it is for most people. That’s especially the case when it comes to your money, and who will be in charge if you get dementia or if you pass away. (Don’t know what a “trust” is? You can read a short description here.)...
“I inherited a house, but my brother or sister won’t move out!” Did your mom or dad die, and then your brother or sister moved into their house and won’t move out? Did your mom or dad record a “Beneficiary Deed” stating that when they die, you and your siblings are to...
“It ain’t what you don’t know that gets you into trouble. It’s what you know for sure that just ain’t so.” Mark Twain I’m a 50-year old lawyer living in Scottsdale, Arizona. I’m married (second marriage) and I have two teenage...
Join Paul Deloughery as he tells a very personal story that made he channel his focus on his family and law firm. “Experience is making mistakes and learning from them.” – Bill Ackman A few weeks ago, Magellan Law, PLC received a negative review on Google. I...
In the following article, Paul Deloughery discusses a dispute over life insurance policies. Todd Chance was found dead in an almond orchard near Shafter in August 2013. The police originally suspected that his wife, Leslie Chance, had murdered him. They held her for...
