Legal Insights & Tips

Understanding Attorney-Client PrivilegeThe sanctity of the attorney-client privilege is a cornerstone of the legal profession, offering clients a safe haven for candid communication with their...

August: A Time to Focus on Your WillAugust is National Make-A-Will Month—a timely opportunity to spotlight an often-overlooked yet critical topic. Many people, especially younger adults, may...

The mere mention of sweeping legislative changes like the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) often brings confusion and concern, especially in sensitive areas such as estate planning. However,...

As your child transitions from high school to adulthood, it can feel like a whirlwind of milestones. They’re applying to colleges, finding their first jobs, and taking on more responsibilities. But...

Big news for small businesses: the U.S. Treasury is indefinitely suspending enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (the “CTA”). That means, for now, these businesses do not have to report...

When it comes to estate planning, two of the most common tools are a will (i.e., last will and testament) and a trust. Understanding the differences between the two—and determining which is right...

Well, the pendulum has swung back and businesses will again be required to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) and its beneficial ownership interest reporting rule. Yesterday, a...

On January 23, 2025, the Supreme Court of the United States granted relief to the federal government in Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc., et al. v. McHenry, et al., No. 4:24-cv-00478 (E.D. Tex.) (formerly,...

In an interesting turn of events, on December 26, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit vacated (i.e. nullified) its December 23 ruling that reinstated the requirement to comply with the...

Well, the saga continues…. Yesterday (December 23), the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals lifted and negated the nationwide stay issued in Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc. et al. vs. Garland.  This means...

On December 3, 2024, a major legal development occurred regarding the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) that affects businesses across Ohio and the U.S. In the case Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc. et al. v...

As we approach 2025, small business owners in Ohio must prepare for significant changes to the tax code and business regulations that could impact their operations. Understanding these upcoming...

As election day draws near, small business owners across Ohio are closely watching the candidates and their platforms. With critical issues at stake, the election could have significant...

1You may be aware from our earlier notifications and posts, but beginning January 1, 2024, you may be required to submit certain information that was not previously required about a business entity...

Congress recently passed a law requiring the disclosure of certain information regarding the ownership and control of entities created through state filings.  The Corporate Transparency Act...

Mulhall Zion LLC is pleased to announce that the firm’s co-founder Nathan Zion was named as a 2023 Rising Star by Super Lawyers®, part of Thomson Reuters.  Super Lawyers® awards are given to...

Attorney Nathan Zion recently presented a webinar hosted by Enza Financial LLC, a full-service provider for life insurance, executive benefits, retirement and wealth management. In the webinar,...

Attorney Nathan B. Zion co-authored this article for the Estate Planning Section of the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association. The article appeared in the CMBA’s December 2021 Bar Journal. Read...

Our team at Mulhall Zion LLC is excited to reveal our updated and refreshed website, mz-llc.com! The website is still user-friendly and compatible with all browsers and devices, but now features a...

While the Dolan family may not be the most popular one in Ohio in light of recent baseball transactions (e.g., changing the Cleveland Indians’ team name, trading all-star Francisco Lindor to New...

Brian C. Mulhall, who is graduating from the Law School, learned a lesson in a middle school summer wrestling program that became central to the way he approaches life. You cannot always control...

Mulhall Zion LLC is excited to announce that Nathan Zion, Of Counsel, has joined our growing team.  Nathan brings a wealth of experience in business, real estate and intellectual property law.  A...

The Quantum Internet of ThingsThis may still be partly science fiction, but a recent article in the MIT Technology Review suggests that there is potential for another paradigm shift in our...

You have just been told that you will be processed for administrative separation or “ADSEP’d.” What do you do now?  The best thing you can do is elect your right to speak with counsel andfinish the...

Fundamentally, the successful closing of most commercial transactions boils down to a basic principle learned in Econ 101: the seller’s supply curve and the buyer’s demand curve meet at an...

The role of individual counsel for executives and employees cooperating with corporate internal investigations.It is understandably nerve-racking to receive this sort of call from your company’s...

Offer and AcceptanceA buyer and seller are said to be “under contract” for the purchase and sale of real estate when the buyer makes an offer to purchase a property at a certain price under certain...

Ohio’s Adoption of the Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery ActLegal practitioners looking to domesticate foreign state court civil subpoenas in Ohio should be aware of some changes that...

Don’t end 2019 saying: “Well, there’s always next year.”The final numbers are in for the 2018 business season. Were you as prosperous as you thought or planned to be when the clock ran out for the...

My business ends with Inc. – I’m protected, right?Two of the most frequent and related issues that arise with my clients are the extent to which: (1) proper incorporation protects individual...