Lauren Williams, Author at Patterson & Williams, P.A.

Lowcountry home with closing documents, a pen, and house keys on a patio table beneath a “Real Estate” banner.

13 Oct What Does a Real Estate Closing Attorney do in Hilton Head and Bluffton?

Posted at 21:46h in Real Estate by Lauren Williams

Buying or selling property on Hilton Head Island or in Bluffton is a major transaction. By the time everyone sits down to sign the closing documents, much of the legal work has already been completed behind the scenes. A local real estate closing attorney guides the...

South Carolina estate planning for families without a Will

20 Sep What Happens If You Die Without a Will in South Carolina?

Posted at 12:42h in Estate Planning by Lauren Williams

One of the most common misconceptions we hear about estate-planning is "If I die without a Will, everything will just go to my spouse." In South Carolina, that isn't necessarily true. If you die without a valid Will, you are considered to have died "intestate." South...

Will and trust estate planning in South Carolina

17 Aug Will vs. Trust in South Carolina: Why You May Need Both

Posted at 16:21h in Estate Planning by Lauren Williams

One of the most common estate-planning questions we hear is: Do I need a Will or a Trust? For many people, the answer may be both. At Patterson & Williams, we often recommend that clients consider a trust-based estate plan. A Trust can offer privacy, provide continuity...

30 Apr ATI Exemption – A Reduction in Property Taxes for Investors

Posted at 12:00h in Real Estate by Lauren Williams

South Carolina law provides for an up to 25% property tax exemption to certain real estate investors - the ATI Exemption. The attorneys at Russell P. Patterson, P.A. are able to help you determine if you qualify for the ATI navigate this process. What is the...

01 Oct What is the Corporate Transparency Act?

Posted at 15:47h in Business by Lauren Williams

In light of a recent federal court order, the Treasury Department issued a notice that reporting companies are NOT currently required to file reports while the order is in force and are NOT subject to any liability for failure to file while the order remains...