Jabbour Law

10/16/2026

🏢 Buying a Business? Don't Overlook the Lease! 🔑

When purchasing a business, taking over the existing lease may seem straightforward, but overlooking important details can lead to costly complications.

Should you assume the existing lease or negotiate a new one? What about landlord consent, lease obligations, and estoppel certificates?

Understanding these key considerations can help protect your investment and prevent unexpected issues after closing.

⚖️ At Jabbour Law, we help business owners navigate transactions with confidence and protect their interests every step of the way.

📖 Read our latest blog post to learn best practices for taking over a lease when purchasing a business!

https://www.jabbourlawfirm.com/post/best-practices-for-taking-over-a-lease-in-a-business-purchase

When purchasing a business, the transaction often includes taking over the lease for the business location. Lease assignments can seem like a minor part of a larger purchase agreement, but they can create significant problems if not handled correctly.The purchaser generally has two options: 1. Assig...

10/14/2026

🚨 Things that give a lawyer a HEART ATTACK! 😱⚖️

From signing contracts without reading them to putting off estate planning, some decisions make attorneys nervous! 🚩😂

The good news? Many legal headaches can be avoided with a little planning and the right guidance.

At Jabbour Law Firm, we're here to help you protect what matters most—before a small mistake becomes a big problem!

💬 What's something you've done that would make a lawyer panic? Let us know in the comments! 👇

10/09/2026

🏡 A Trust Is Only One Piece of an Effective Estate Plan!

Creating a trust is an important step toward protecting your assets and securing your family's future. But did you know that signing your trust documents is only the beginning?

🔑 **Properly funding your trust is just as important as creating it!**

Without transferring assets into your trust, your estate plan may not work as intended, potentially leaving certain assets subject to probate.

📖 In our latest blog, we break down what it means to fund a trust, why it matters, and how to help ensure your estate plan works for you and your loved ones.

⚖️ At Jabbour Law, we believe estate planning goes beyond preparing documents. It's about protecting what matters most and planning with confidence!

https://www.jabbourlawfirm.com/post/the-importance-of-funding-your-trust

Creating a trust can be an important part of your estate plan. But signing the trust document is only part of the process. To carry out your wishes, the assets you intend the trust to hold must be properly transferred to it, and beneficiary designations should be coordinated with your overall plan.....

10/07/2026

🎃 Trick or Trust: Estate Planning Edition! 👻

Think you know the facts about estate planning? We’re putting some common myths to the test. Are they a TRICK 🎃 or can you TRUST ✅ them?

Play along and see how many you get right!

Have questions about your own estate plan? Jabbour Law is here to help.

10/02/2026

A strong business relationship starts with clear expectations. 📄🤝

A well-drafted customer contract can help clarify the scope of work, establish payment terms, create a process for handling disputes, and help protect your business from unnecessary financial exposure.

Is your business relying on handshake agreements or outdated contracts? It may be time for a review.

🔗 Read the full blog post at the link.

Many businesses operate without written agreements in place with every customer or client. However, a well-drafted contract can be one of the most effective tools for protecting a business, setting clear expectations, and reducing avoidable disputes. Although a written contract will not prevent ever...

10/01/2026

📜 Think having a Will means your family can avoid probate? Not necessarily!

A Will is an important part of an estate plan, but it doesn’t automatically keep your assets out of probate. Understanding how your estate plan works now can help make things easier for your loved ones later.

Have questions about Wills, Trusts, or avoiding probate? Jabbour Law is here to help you create a plan that fits your needs.

📞 Contact us to schedule an estate planning consultation.

09/25/2026

Your business may be running smoothly today… but what happens next? 👀

A partner leaves. An unexpected dispute comes up. Ownership changes. Life happens.

Having the right agreements in place before a problem arises can help protect your business, your relationships, and everything you’ve worked to build. 📄🤝

At Jabbour Law, we help business owners plan ahead so they aren’t left scrambling when the unexpected happens.

📞 Have questions about your business agreements or legal protections? Contact Jabbour Law to get started.

09/22/2026

https://www.jabbourlawfirm.com/post/the-difference-between-a-will-and-a-trust-in-michigan

Will or Trust — what’s the difference? 🤔
They’re two of the most common estate planning tools, but they don’t do the same thing.
A will can direct how probate assets are distributed and nominate guardians for minor children. A properly funded trust can help certain assets avoid probate, provide greater privacy, and give you more control over how and when assets are distributed.

The right estate plan depends on your family, your assets, and what you want to accomplish.
📖 Read our latest blog to learn the difference between a will and a trust—and why your estate plan may include both.

“Will” and “trust” are common estate-planning terms, and many Michigan estate plans include both, but they serve different purposes. What Is a Will? A will is a legal document that takes effect at death. It can direct the distribution of assets that pass through your probate estate, nominate...

09/17/2026

Who needs an estate plan? More people than you might think. Estate planning isn’t only about what happens to your assets—it’s about having a plan in place for yourself and the people you care about.
If you’ve been putting it off, now may be a good time to get started. Contact Jabbour Law to learn more about your estate-planning options.

09/15/2026

Retirement isn’t just about your finances. It’s about your future. 🏡💙

How will you protect what you’ve built?
Is your estate plan prepared for the next chapter?
Have you thought about the legacy you want to leave behind?

Jabbour Law is excited to be part of an upcoming retirement planning event bringing together professionals in financial planning, estate planning, and health insurance to help answer these important questions.

Anthony Jabbour will be joining Blake Keelean and Jason Moore for a conversation designed to help you feel more confident about the decisions that come with retirement.

📅 October 26, 2026
📍 Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce

Thinking about retirement—or already there? We’d love to see you! Check out the flyer for all the details and RSVP information.