Birch Horton Bittner & Cherot

05/19/2026

Losing money every month means the old plan is not working.

Understanding asset liquidation.

04/29/2026

Birch Horton Bittner & Cherot will be at Alaska Airmen's Association's Great Alaska Aviation Gathering in Palmer on May 2–3, 2026. Stop by our booth to connect with our aviation lawyers and learn how we support the industry through regulatory compliance, transactions, and litigation.

With decades of experience, our team has the deep industry knowledge required to interface seamlessly with pilots, operators, and aviation businesses across Alaska and beyond.

03/18/2026

Business bankruptcy offers more tax relief possibilities than most owners realize.

Which business taxes can go away?

02/24/2026

Estate planning isn't one-size-fits-all. While a Transfer on Death (TOD) Deed is a popular way to bypass probate in Alaska, it isn't always the right move for your primary residence.

Valerie Delatorre, Attorney at Birch Horton Bittner & Cherot, explains the "Probate Paradox" in her latest blog post.

Full article:

https://www.birchhorton.com/blog/2026/02/the-not-so-perfect-tool-is-a-transfer-on-death-deed-right-for-you/

02/17/2026

We are proud to celebrate BHBC’s Jon DeVore, who recently completed his teaching the Government Contracting master’s class for the Alaska Native Executive Leadership Program (ANELP) at Alaska Pacific University.

This year’s cohort included 14 senior leaders from Alaska Native Corporations, Southcentral Foundation, and the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC). This intensive course is no small feat! It requires extensive preparation, group projects, and a deep dive into the complexities of federal contracting.

Highlights included:

Expert Guest Speakers: Insights from the U.S. Small Business Administration, the Office of Senator Dan Sullivan, and Ahtna, Inc.

The Mock Congressional Hearing: A capstone exercise examining the vital economic contributions of SBA Small Business Development Programs to Alaska Natives and our entire state.

We’re proud to support Jon and this impressive group of leaders as they sharpen their expertise and continue their journey through this year's ANELP cohort!

02/06/2026

It’s Alaska. Accidents happen. But does a specific injury always mean a lawsuit? Not necessarily. From collapsing office chairs in Fairbanks to uneven flooring in Anchorage, premises liability is a fact-dependent maze.

The difference between being liable and being protected often comes down to "reasonable steps." Like whether you actually fixed that loose handrail before the guest arrived. We’re stripping away the "stuffy" legal jargon to explain what property owners really need to know to stay protected.

Read more from BHBC Partner David Karl Gross: https://www.birchhorton.com/blog/2026/01/52388/

02/02/2026

How will bankruptcy affect your business deals?

Contracts, leases, etc.

01/22/2026

The STR battle is coming to a cul-de-sac near you. Can your HOA actually stop you from renting out your place on VRBO? In Alaska, the answer is rarely a simple "yes" or "no". It’s all about the "plain meaning" of the words in your declaration.

This blog breaks down why phrases like "residential use only" might not be the gotcha moment some boards think it is. Whether you’re an owner looking for free use of your land or a board member trying to preserve community character, we’ve got the local insight you need.

Check out the full breakdown of short-term rental law in the Last Frontier from BHBC Partner and Chief Cultural Officer Sarah A. Badten: https://www.birchhorton.com/blog/2026/01/the-battle-over-short%e2%80%91term-rentals-in-alaskas-hoas-and-condos/

12/04/2025

When a business faces bankruptcy, what happens to its workers?

Facing financial hardships within the company.

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from BHBC! 🎃