Dealing with Uncle Bob Or, Why a Schedule is Important

You know and I know that there is always at least one in every family.  We'll just call him Uncle Bob.  Uncle Bob often shows up with no advance warning, and doesn't respect boundaries. This relative (or relatives) can become particularly … [Read more...]

What is Swimmer’s Itch?

Swimmer's itch is a rash caused by certain parasites that normally live in freshwater snails and on certain waterfowl.  I won’t go into the particulars of this parasite’s lifecycle but if you’re curious it involves snail intestines and duck poop.  If … [Read more...]

David S. Fry, Cottage Law Expert, To Speak

David S. Fry, a leading expert in the subject of cottage succession planning or Cottage Law  will be speaking at the Castle Park Association in Holland, Michigan on May 28, 2011 at 9 am. This informative presentation covers a wide range of legal … [Read more...]

A Chance To Share Your Stories

In my area of legal expertise, I often find that I not only act as legal advisor but also as a family counselor and sometimes referee. It’s a harsh reality that shared ownership of an inherited vacation property generally comes on the heels of the … [Read more...]

Welcome to the Cottage Law Center’s blog

In addition to being a lawyer who specializes in cottage law and vacation property succession planning, I grew up in a family who owns a cottage on a lake up north.  I know what it’s like to spend idyllic days on the lake with my grandparents, … [Read more...]