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One of the most important decisions you’ll make when starting a business in Ventura County is choosing the right legal structure. Your choice will impact how you’re taxed, your personal liability, how profits are distributed, and how you can grow in the future. At Schneiders & Associates, LLP, we guide entrepreneurs, professionals, and investors

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into law by President Trump on July 4, 2025, introduces significant changes to Medicaid, impacting California’s Medi-Cal program, particularly for seniors seeking long-term care (LTC) services.  With a $1 million home equity cap for LTC eligibility effective October 1, 2028, and substantial Medi-Cal budget cuts looming, Californians

In criminal law, second-degree murder charges can arise from negligent conduct that causes death. Similarly, the “murder” of an S corporation’s tax status often occurs through the negligent inaction of tax accountants and estate lawyers, leading to the inadvertent termination of its S-corporation status. 

This termination “kills” the S corporation’s pass-through taxation feature, only for

Schneiders & Associates, LLP is proud to announce the promotion of attorneys Jessica L. Villar and Nicole M. Threlkel to Partner. This milestone reflects their exceptional dedication to the firm and their outstanding contributions in the areas of business, corporate, and real estate law.

Jessica L. Villar focuses her practice on nonprofit law, estate planning, and business and

Commercial real estate is used exclusively for business purposes, such as retail spaces, offices, industrial facilities, hotels, and warehouses. Many businesses lease their locations. Disputes may arise between landlords and tenants. Understanding how to avoid and resolve disputes can reduce the risk of commercial litigation. Our California real estate attorneys discuss ways you can resolve