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 A  Newsletter from the Law Offices of

 

BAUER & ASSOCIATES
ATTORNEYS AT LAW, P.A.

"PROTECTING YOUR INTERESTS" 
 
  223 South Woodland Boulevard.  DeLand, FL.  32720    
 386-734-3313
LINKS TO THE LAW
DECEMBER 2010

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Kirk T. Bauer
 
Kirk Bauer began the practice of law in DeLand, Florida in 1985. Representing local individuals and businesses, his belief was, and continues to be, that each client deserves their attorney's personal attention and concern.  Since that time, Mr. Bauer established the law firm of Bauer & Associates which strives to continue this philosophy.

 


OUR PRACTICE AREAS:
-Real Estate
-Contracts
-Closings
-Corporations, Limited Liability Companies,
Partnerships,
-Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning
-Probate
-Guardianships
-Construction Disputes
-Litigation
-Homeowners Association Law
  
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"CELEBRATE THE SEASON"

A Christmas Offering~
A Praise & Worship Choir Celebration

December 18-19
6pm-8pm
551 S. Kepler Rd.
Deland

Presented by
First United Methodist Church &
First Assembly Deland



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DECK THE HALLS...



As Christmas approaches, it is easy to get caught up in the rush of the season. Here are a few ideas to make the holiday time special:
   
1.  Enjoy time with your family - It is not the gifts, it is the time spent together that matters.
2.   Attend church services - After all, Jesus is the "reason for the season".
3.  Go to a holiday program - There are some wonderful free re-enactments, dramas, and musicals available.
4.  See the lights - Take the family out for a drive and look at Christmas lights.
5.  Donate some time at a local shelter - Helping others will warm your spirit.
6.  Give to your favorite charity - If you don't have one, spend time with the family finding the one that you would like to support.
7.  Read Christmas stories to your children (and grandchildren!).
8.  Bake some cookies - Share them with your neighbors!

I hope each of you has a wonderful holiday.  Merry Christmas!!  Kirk

 

PLANNING FOR YOUR FUTURE....

"THE FIVE COMPONENTS TO A
BASIC ESTATE
PLAN"

Family is the single most important commodity we have.  A well constructed estate plan is something that is a good idea to consider and create no matter what your age or your position in life....it is to care for your family.

The following is a list of the five basic components of an estate plan:

1.  Will:  A legal declaration by which a person names one or more persons to manage his or her estate and sets forth the "plan" for transferring the person's property following death.


2.  Living Will:  A written document that states a person's wishes regarding life-support or other medical treatment in certain circumstances.  This is something that is important while the person is alive but unable to make decisions.


3.  Power of Attorney:  A written authorization to an agent to perform specified acts on behalf of his principal.  A power of attorney is only effective while the person is alive. 


4.  Health Care Surrogate:  An adult who is appointed to make health care decisions for another when the person is unable to make such decisions for himself or herself.


5.  HIPAA Designation:  A written document that allows certain designated individuals to have access to medical records.

Of course there are many other more complicated documents that are used in estate plans.  You should seek legal advice in any estate planning.  None of us can control how much time we have left, but we can outline how matters are to be handled and make sure that loved ones are cared for when the time comes.


Welcome and Thank You~

We would like to take this opportunity to welcome our new clients that have allowed us to represent you.  We feel honored that you have chosen Bauer and Associates to assist you in your legal needs.  We would also like to thank all of you that have made referrals to us.

We appreciate each of you!

The attorneys and staff
of
Bauer and Associates


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