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The Latest Legal News in Nonprofit, Business, and Estate PlanningPros and Cons of Fiscal Sponsorship
The Pros and Cons of Fiscal Sponsorships There are many pros and cons of fiscal sponsorship. Forming a nonprofit organization in the state of California can be complicated and time-consuming. If you would like to engage in charitable activities and solicit...
Updating an Estate Plan After a Divorce
Should I Be Updating My Estate Plan After a Divorce? In the aftermath of a divorce, the last thing you want to do is sit down and deal with even more paperwork. However, once the dust settles and you begin to recover emotionally, it is important to take some time to...
Mistakes to Avoid When Filing a Trademark Application
Four Mistakes to Avoid When Filing a Trademark Application If you are planning to apply for a trademark, you’ll no doubt be keen to ensure the process runs smoothly. You can go a long way towards making that happen by avoiding these four mistakes: Not Conducting a...
Acknowledging Charitable Contributions
Best Practices for Acknowledging Charitable Contributions Does your San Diego nonprofit accept donations from the general public? If so, you may be wondering how you should acknowledge their generous gifts. Luckily, the Semanchik Law Group is here to provide you with...
What is a No-Contest Clause in a Will?
Are you currently preparing your estate plan? If so, you may have had a friend or family member suggest adding a no-contest clause to your will. But what is a no-contest clause in a will? The Semanchik Law Group team is here to provide you with all the info you need...
Should A Business Have General Counsel
Four Reasons Why A Business Should Have General Counsel Do you operate a business in San Diego? If so, you would be well advised to have a knowledgeable attorney as General Counsel to assist you with your legal issues. Here's why: They Understand Your Business When...
Duties of a Personal Representative
Understanding the Duties of a Personal Representative Are you in the process of putting together your estate plan? If so, you will need to decide who to name as a personal representative (or executor). Under California law, the individual you appoint to this position...
Can Nonprofits Accept Crypto
Can Nonprofits Accept Crypto? The popularity of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum has surged in recent years. It's now common for people to buy everything from cars to laptops with these virtual tokens. As a result, you might be wondering whether your charity...

Nikki Semanchik
Founding Attorney
Nikki has been practicing law since 2011. She founded SLG in 2017 with the goal of assisting Entrepreneurs, Philanthropists & Families realize their dreams.