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We Have Moved! Come See Us At Our New Office

Braun Cathie Kruzel’s new home is at the Perimeter Center in North Scottsdale.  While moving is never easy, we successfully completed a smooth transition into our new office without any significant disruptions to our business.  We had 18 years of memories and milestones tied to the Kierland Commons office, but we are excited to make

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Happy Holidays from BCK, And We Are Moving!

As we approach the holiday season, we at Braun Cathie Kruzel (BCK) want to take a moment to wish all our friends, family, clients, and colleagues a truly happy holiday and healthy 2022. We have made contributions to HonorHealth Shea and St. Mary’s Food Bank to support our healthcare workers and the needs within our

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First Look at the U.S. House Tax Proposals

After months of speculation, on Monday, September 13, 2021, the Ways and Means Committee of the House of Representatives released a summary of a number of proposals that would pay for the roughly $3.5 trillion spending bill.  Among the items included in their summary were: Increasing the top ordinary income tax rate to 39.6%. Increasing

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Business Succession and Catastrophe Planning

Are you a business owner? What would happen to the business if suddenly you could no longer work?  Does your family or those in and around your company know what to do in the event of your death, a serious accident or serious illness?  If you are a business owner that would like to see

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Braun Siler Kruzel Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers®

We at BCK are excited to announce that two of our Managing Directors have once again been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2022. Bradley S. Braun is recognized for his experience with Trusts and Estates (Brad has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America© every year since 2013). Gregory M. Kruzel is recognized for

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Death of a Loved One Checklist

The loss of a loved one is traumatic. In addition to grief and emotional turmoil, there are often various aspects of that loved one’s life which need to be closed out. Completing these tasks can take time and hard work.  If you are the person responsible for settling your deceased loved one’s affairs, what are your duties and responsibilities and who can you turn to for help? It is

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What is the Difference Between a Living Will, DNR, and HCPOA?

The difference between a living will, Do-Not-Resuscitate (“DNR”), and Health Care Power of Attorney (“HCPOA”) is a common estate planning question, and the distinctions are subtle but important.  Living Will Living wills are written instructions detailing an individual’s preferences for medical care if they are no longer capable of making their own medical decisions.  It

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We Have Moved! Come See Us At Our New Office

Braun Cathie Kruzel’s new home is at the Perimeter Center in North Scottsdale.  While moving is never easy, we successfully completed a smooth transition into our new office without any significant disruptions to our business.  We had 18 years of memories and milestones tied to the Kierland Commons office, but we are excited to make

Read More »

Happy Holidays from BCK, And We Are Moving!

As we approach the holiday season, we at Braun Cathie Kruzel (BCK) want to take a moment to wish all our friends, family, clients, and colleagues a truly happy holiday and healthy 2022. We have made contributions to HonorHealth Shea and St. Mary’s Food Bank to support our healthcare workers and the needs within our

Read More »

First Look at the U.S. House Tax Proposals

After months of speculation, on Monday, September 13, 2021, the Ways and Means Committee of the House of Representatives released a summary of a number of proposals that would pay for the roughly $3.5 trillion spending bill.  Among the items included in their summary were: Increasing the top ordinary income tax rate to 39.6%. Increasing

Read More »

Business Succession and Catastrophe Planning

Are you a business owner? What would happen to the business if suddenly you could no longer work?  Does your family or those in and around your company know what to do in the event of your death, a serious accident or serious illness?  If you are a business owner that would like to see

Read More »
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Braun Siler Kruzel Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers®

We at BCK are excited to announce that two of our Managing Directors have once again been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2022. Bradley S. Braun is recognized for his experience with Trusts and Estates (Brad has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America© every year since 2013). Gregory M. Kruzel is recognized for

Read More »
Writing a Legal Checklist

Death of a Loved One Checklist

The loss of a loved one is traumatic. In addition to grief and emotional turmoil, there are often various aspects of that loved one’s life which need to be closed out. Completing these tasks can take time and hard work.  If you are the person responsible for settling your deceased loved one’s affairs, what are your duties and responsibilities and who can you turn to for help? It is

Read More »

What is the Difference Between a Living Will, DNR, and HCPOA?

The difference between a living will, Do-Not-Resuscitate (“DNR”), and Health Care Power of Attorney (“HCPOA”) is a common estate planning question, and the distinctions are subtle but important.  Living Will Living wills are written instructions detailing an individual’s preferences for medical care if they are no longer capable of making their own medical decisions.  It

Read More »