Bender, Larson, Chidley, Koppes Hetfield & Associates

09/03/2026

Labor Day is upon us! 😎 We hope you are able to get out and enjoy this "last weekend of summer". ☀️

With that being said, our office is closed Monday, September 7th in observance of the holiday.

08/28/2026

Interested in learning more about estate planning? Follow the link below to register for this FREE Estate Planning Seminar at the Schultz Family YMCA with Attorney Hetfield and Attorney Malas!

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Please join us for a FREE Lunch ‘n’ Learn style seminar to find out what estate documents you will need, when they need to be updated and the do’s and don’ts of planning for your financial future. This will include an introduction to funeral pre-planning and pre-funding. No products will be sold. Lunch will be provided. If you have dietary restrictions, please follow the prompts when you register.

Friday, September 18th • 11:00am-12:00pm
Schultz Family YMCA

Presenting Professionals:
• Claudia Murray - Pre-planning Specialist, Pederson-Nowatka Funeral Homes
• Zachary J. Hetfield - Attorney, Bender, Larson, Chidley, Koppes, Hetfield & Associates, S.C.
• Wassim Malas - Attorney, Bender, Larson, Chidley, Koppes, Hetfield & Associates, S.C.

Registration going on now!
www.glcymca.org/programs/10007/foreverwell-including-active-older-adults/

08/14/2026

Did you see Attorney Malas in the BNI tent at The Big Pop Up last weekend??

08/06/2026

Happy National Paralegal Day! 🤩 Thank you for all you do! 🎉

08/05/2026

Congratulations to our very own, Traci Savath, on being the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce's Early Bird Ticket Winner for the W**e Walk Diamond Prize Package! 🤩🎉

07/14/2026

This morning most of our staff had the opportunity to hear Attorney Chidley present at the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce's Women Inspiring Success and Empowerment (WISE) Panel! 🤩 She and four local women leaders and business owners shared on this month's topic of "Stories of Strength & Success". 💪
Thank you to all of the presenters; what an inspiring way to start our Tuesday! ✨

07/14/2026

As a general practice law firm, Bender, Larson, Chidley, Koppes Hetfield & Associates' mission over the last eight decades has been to provide high quality legal assistance and advice to their clients. Check out Attorney Malas Thursday morning to learn why getting it in writing avoids all the fighting.

07/01/2026

We will be closed on Friday, July 3rd in observance of the 4th of July holiday. 🎉🇺🇸 We'll re-open for regular business hours on Monday, July 6th.

Wishing you all a fun and safe holiday weekend! 😃🎆

07/01/2026

Happy International Joke Day! Who doesn't love a lawyer joke?? 😂

06/25/2026

✨ Women Inspiring Success & Empowerment ✨

Join us for a powerful and uplifting morning at our Women Inspiring Success & Empowerment Panel: Stories of Strength & Success 💫
📅 Tuesday, July 14th
⏰ 7:45 AM – 8:45 AM
📍 Slumberland | 1994 Market Way

This dynamic panel brings together an incredible group of women who will share real, honest stories of overcoming setbacks, navigating change, and emerging stronger than ever. Through meaningful conversation, you’ll gain insight into rebuilding confidence after challenges, leading with resilience, and supporting others through adversity.

🌟 Featured Speakers:
Tina Johnson – Mary Kay Cosmetics Director
Michele Altman – Cornerstone of Grace Director
Julia Chidley – Attorney at Bender, Larson, Chidley, Koppes, Hetfield, & Associates
Rachel Henriquez – Owner of Ready 2 Dance
Angel Seibel – Owner of Earth Angel Sound Healing

You’ll also experience affirmations and empowering mindset practices to help you continue showing up strong, confident, and resilient long after the event.

✨Open to the community
FREE for Chamber Members
$10 for Non-Chamber Members
Come connect, be inspired, and leave feeling empowered.
Be sure to RSVP—we can’t wait to see you there! 💕
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdG23pXmabyh4YI5EnnBkltI_6s3GY5yi16HNPycFSMVZAMYA/viewform