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Peace of Mind Amidst Chaos
By Brandon Rains, Founder and Attorney at The Rains Law Firm2026 has certainly been a dramatic year so far. Geopolitical concerns, war, inflation, Artificial Intelligence, company layoffs, market corrections, domestic politics, unemployment, and many other factors...
Planting Trees You May Never Sit Under: Multigenerational Planning
By Kristin McGinnis, Strategic Leader of Business Development at The Rains Law Firm Legacy planning goes beyond traditional estate planning. At The Rains Law Firm, we don’t just support families in passing on assets—we believe it’s equally important to pass on...
The Estate Planning Gap Many Families Discover Too Late
By David Rolla, Attorney at The Rains Law FirmA sudden fall. An unexpected diagnosis. A routine surgery followed by complications. Dementia. In these moments, families often assume someone can step in seamlessly to help. A spouse will manage the accounts. An adult...
Protections Against Deceptive Pricing Practices
On April 21, 2025, the Colorado Legislature passed HB 25-1090, the Protections Against Deceptive Pricing Practices Act (the “Act”). The Act took effect on January 1, 2026. The Act was primarily aimed at housing, but the breadth of the requirements encompasses all...
Protections Against Deceptive Pricing Practices
By Rachel Brunfon, Attorney at The Rains Law FirmOn April 21, 2025, the Colorado Legislature passed HB 25-1090, the Protections Against Deceptive Pricing Practices Act (the “Act”). The Act took effect on January 1, 2026. The Act was primarily aimed at...
Meet Our New Attorneys and Business Development Leader
Join us as we unveil the people strengthening our firm and expanding how we serve clients and partners.Estate Planning and Business Formation Attorney Rachel combines over 15 years of legal experience at top-tier global firms with a multidisciplinary background...
How Long Should You Keep Important Documents? A Practical Guide for Colorado Families
Not sure how long to keep tax records, legal documents, or financial paperwork? This guide explains how long to keep important documents and which records to keep forever.Even in an increasingly paperless world, we still live in a society that documents everything....
How to Name a Guardian for Your Minor Children in Colorado
Ensure your children's future is secure by understanding the process of naming a legal guardian in Colorado.One of the hardest decisions as a parent is thinking about who would raise your children if you were unable to. While no one can replace you, you can choose...
Why Your Estate Planner Needs to Know If You’ve Lent Money to Family
Many children and grandchildren are skipping the traditional bank and obtaining loans from parents or grandparents. Unfortunately, we have all heard stories of families torn apart because of disagreements over money. So, what can you do to make sure your intra-family...
Debt After Death: Why You Should Think About It When Estate Planning
If you have debt, you should not think that the debt will go away after you pass away or if you ever become incapacitated. Rather, your debt may drastically decrease or even destroy your estate and your loved ones' inheritances. And, to be clear, "debt" means credit...
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