Suzan D. Herskowitz, P.L.L.C., Attorney at Law

11/15/2025

Are there things you do on a regular basis that are considered old school? If so, why do you do those things?

After feeding the cats, unless I’ve overslept 😳, I sit for a little while and drink a cup of coffee or a cup of tea before I start getting ready for the day.

Older adults aren’t happier despite their outdated habits. They’re happier because of them.

11/06/2025

WV Star Bar Regional Meeting and CLE at The Bavarian Inn Restaurant in beautiful Shepherdstown WV

10/30/2025

Attending continuing education on trusts and estates. Reviewing all the new and dare I say, exciting, changes in taxes, exclusions and trust drafting.

TEST: Do you think you will pay estate taxes when you die? (Answer in comments)

10/27/2025

The Social Security Administration announced the 2026 cost of living adjustment (COLA) yesterday. The COLA will be 2.8%, adding an average of approximately $56 to monthly checks.

10/26/2025

Do you take Lipitor?

FDA recalls atorvastatin calcium tablets that may not absorb properly, possibly reducing effectiveness. Patients should consult their doctor.

09/02/2025

Make sure you follow it up with signing the will.

08/25/2025

I don’t want anybody to think of this is a political post. If same-sex marriage is overturned, many, many people will have to rethink their estate plans. I am here to help if this comes to fruition. I should point out that these are documents that I believe all people should have. But same-sex couples, as well as couples that are just unmarried, should take good care to make sure that they have the proper documentation.

08/18/2025

I wish this wasn’t so true.

Do you agree or do you think this is ridiculous? Comment below 👇

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08/07/2025

In general, I agree that the adult children should know what is in a person’s will or trust before they die and if possible before they sign it so that the kids are aware of what is involved and it does cut down on fighting.

It does not eliminate fighting however because you will often have children who are unhappy with the distributions. This is especially true when there are step parents and stepchildren. If there is animosity between the adult children of the decedent and the step parent, even when they know what is in the will, there is often drama.

But Mr. Buffett is correct that it can help reduce the drama and maybe the adult children have a better way of doing things and the parent does not have to wrangle with how to make a distribution. The children will make that decision for the parent.

Buffet's collaborative approach has helped his family maintain strong relationships while managing the immense responsibilities that come with inheriting significant wealth.

07/21/2025

I get people coming to me asking about setting up a business and I think this course would be a big help for people that are going to hang out a sign or a shingle. This  is through the Small Business Development Corporation. It’s a four hour class. It costs $35. You may think you’re better coming to me, but I would say that this is a really good investment of your time and money, before you go to an attorney. If you are local to Wi******er Frederick County Virginia, contact Andy Gyurisin for more information.

Blue Print Business Plan Workshop
August 5 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM EST | Fee: $35.00

Facilitated by University of Mary Washington SBDC

This four-hour workshop covers the development of the business plan and financial forecasting of the business plan. Please be prepared to begin working on your business plan during the class. We will start by opening a Microsoft Word or Google Doc for you to add information to as we proceed through the workshop. By the end of the workshop you will have completed a rough draft of a portion of the business plan and have clear direction which areas you need to conduct research and add additional information to in order to complete.

Takeaways:
Research tools
Business plan components
Business concept
Financial plan
Supporting documents

Speaker(s): Bianca Guzman, UMW SBDC Consultant