Dickman Law Office, LLC

10/19/2026

It’s Estate Planning Awareness Week!

One of the most common questions we receive is whether a will or a trust is the better option. The truth is that there is no one-size-fits-all answer. Both wills and trusts are valuable estate planning tools, but they serve different purposes and offer different benefits depending on your family, assets, and goals.

A properly drafted and funded trust may help simplify the transfer of assets, reduce or avoid probate for certain property, provide privacy, and assist with asset management in the event of incapacity. A will remains an important part of many estate plans and is generally used to nominate guardians for minor children and direct the distribution of assets that are not otherwise transferred. Every person's situation is unique.

If you have questions about which approach is right for your family, we would be happy to discuss your options.

Dickman Law Office, LLC serves clients throughout Ohio and Michigan.

This post is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Viewing or responding to this post does not create an attorney-client relationship.

03/16/2026

Beginning March 1, 2026, FinCEN’s new Residential Real Estate Reporting Rule requires certain non-financed residential real estate transfers to be reported at closing. A filing is required when residential property is transferred without bank financing and at least one transferee is a legal entity or trust, such as a limited liability company (LLC) or a revocable living trust. FinCEN has confirmed that transfers to individuals or transfers financed with a mortgage are not subject to this reporting requirement.

Filing responsibility follows FinCEN’s defined “reporting cascade,” and reports must be submitted through the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) E-Filing System within the applicable deadline.

This post is provided for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Viewing or responding to this post does not create an attorney-client relationship. Do not send confidential information by direct message or in comments. Any discussion of your situation requires a separate engagement and conflict check.

02/14/2026

Ladies and gentleman … if he:

💬 Responds to your messages promptly.
😊 Greets you with a steady, professional smile.
📅 Reminds you about deadlines you forgot existed.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Asks about your family’s needs.
📊 Reviews your documents like they’re national security.
👀 Wants to understand the full picture before advising you.

Relax…

He’s not trying to be your best friend or Valentine.
He’s your attorney doing his job with diligence and care.

At Dickman Law Office, LLC, I ask thorough questions because your legal matters deserve clarity, preparation, and attention. Whether we’re helping protect your business, your family, your assets, or your future, I’m committed to providing professional, ethical, and reliable guidance.

02/07/2026

Transfer on Death (TOD) designations can be a helpful part of an Ohio or Michigan estate plan, allowing certain assets like bank accounts, vehicles, or real estate to pass directly to a named beneficiary without going through probate. While TOD tools can simplify administration, they need to be coordinated with your broader estate plan to avoid conflicts or unintended results.

*This post is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Anyone considering TOD designations should consult an attorney about their specific situation.

01/01/2026

Your New Year’s resolution isn’t real unless approved at a meeting or unanimously signed by all directors.

12/15/2025

12/09/2025

Cheers to our favorite brewery and some of our favorite people in Wilmington!🍺

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12/02/2025

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Wilmington, Ohio. Here is a throwback Christmas card picture. ❄️☃️🎄

11/25/2025

Happy Tuesday!