Littlejohn Law LLC - February 2021

Littlejohn Law LLC - February 2021

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BUILD IT. PROTECT IT. PRESERVE IT.

I know there are a lot of people out there, and maybe some of you reading this, who can remember the exact moment you met your spouse. While I can’t remember the first time I met Kellee, I do remember our first date. It was on Oct. 27, 2012. We went to a restaurant called Bravo’s and we had a waiter named Tony. The date ended up being pretty eventful, mostly thanks to Tony. He was one of those waiters who’s incredibly energetic. He kept us on our toes the whole night, messing up Kellee’s order of chicken Parmesan (her favorite dish) the first time, but getting it right the second time. After that dinner, we went out to see a movie (remember when you could go to movie theaters?) and just had a great time. It was, by all accounts, a pretty traditional first date. But because it was our first date, it was special to us, and when Valentine’s Day came around, I wanted to show her I remembered that. On our first Valentine’s Day, Kellee was living in Akron, about 45 minutes away from where I was living at the time. She had just finished her shift and was heading over to my place for dinner. That gave me enough time to make her favorite meal, chicken Parmesan, the right way. After Bravo’s messed up her order on our first date, I thought making it for her for Valentine’s Day would be a fun MY AND KELLY’S FIRST DAY AND FIRST VALENTINE’S DAY TOGETHER A SECOND CHANCE AT A FIRST DATE MEAL

memory of our first time out together. The only catch was that I had never made chicken Parmesan before in my life!

While the noodles were easy enough to get right, I had never breaded chicken before. I worked as quickly and carefully as I could to get the meal right before she arrived, and looking back on that night, I would say it was a success. Kellee told me that the chicken Parmesan was good, and I don’t remember either of us getting sick, so there’s that. I joke that our first Valentine’s Day together was all it took for me to convince Kellee to be with me forever. I had her hook, line, and sinker with my cooking skills! When I think back now, however, something occurs to me. Since that first date, we’ve been together eight years. We’ve been married five of those years, and we’ve since had a daughter together. Yet, in all of that time, while so much has happened in our lives and our relationship, I don’t think I ever made chicken Parmesan again after that first Valentine’s Day! I can’t figure out why I never made that dish again, but maybe I’ll have to find a good chicken Parmesan recipe for this upcoming Valentine’s Day. I hope all of you can find ways to make your Valentine’s Day similarly special for the person you love this year. Dinner in a bustling restaurant and a night at the movies might be off the table, but I know you’ll still be able to think of something special.

–Edward Littlejohn

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WHY YOU SHOULD ENLIST A PROFESSIONAL PROPERTY SURVEYOR

FOR YOUR REAL ESTATE BOUNDARY DISPUTE

Imagine if you’d spent years, or decades even, mowing your lawn along certain boundaries, only to have your neighbor build a fence that encroaches on the land you thought was yours. Disputes over property boundaries are more common than you think. So, if you ever find yourself in the middle of a property survey dispute, you’ll likely need the help of an experienced professional property surveyor. In short, the job of a professional property surveyor is to locate the exact boundary lines of a piece of property. To do this, the first step surveyors take is to research the current property deed, which describes the locations and boundaries of the property. Then they’ll perform a title search, which will reveal the ownership history and how it was transferred from one owner to the next. Finally, the surveyor will go on-site and sketch the property and its boundaries, which they will include in their evidence. While that process is an area of expertise in and of itself, the professional property surveyor responsible for determining the boundaries of your property in a dispute will need to have one other important quality: They can’t be afraid to testify to their findings in court. Real estate boundary lawsuits can get pretty heated, considering both parties probably tried other means of determining their property lines before taking their case to trial. A good surveyor’s opinion can change the tide of the case, which is enough pressure to make some surveyors shy away from showing up in court. If you’ve gone to the trouble of hiring a surveyor, you don’t want them to back down and not testify to their findings in court. At Littlejohn Law, our experienced legal team can help you with any real estate boundary dispute you might have and get you connected with a surveyor who is ready to testify in court. So, if your neighbor refuses to stop building a fence where you mow your lawn, give us a call today at (740) 314-4829.

LOCAL BUSINESS PROFILE: SCHRICKEL HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER

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Some of my team members have gone to Dr. Schrickel. Angela in particular says her experience was so good that she “would never go to another chiropractor.” If you are in need of the best chiropractic care for a physical problem due to a slip and fall, or maybe a car accident, or you are just living with aches and pains that sometimes occur, Dr. Thad Schrickel at the Schrickel Heath & Wellness Center in Wintersville, Ohio, may be able to help.

Phone: 740-264-6235

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SEE WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT US! “Littlejohn Law, LLC was there to help me when other law firms wouldn't even return my calls. Littlejohn Law will help you no matter how small your claim is. I hired them to also do my living will and even my LLC. They are very professional and polite and willing to listen and help. I would recommend at least speaking to Littlejohn Law before you make a decision on a law firm.”

WHAT’S NEWWITH ME AND MY OWN?

Seems like it was only yesterday, when I graduated law school and started my law firm. Early in my career, I was given an opportunity to work as an assistant prosecuting attorney. That’s when I learned and sharpened my skills as a trial lawyer. The time I spent as a prosecuting attorney was great and truly appreciated. As my law firm began to grow, I also had to grow as a leader and a business owner. I have had to read a lot to learn about running a business better. One of the things I learned early on is that people need “access to information” to make well-informed legal decisions. And, as a result, I’ve made this a cornerstone of my business — making sure people have access to information. Mostly, we do this by providing books, guides, videos, and other resources to the public. Information changes situations.

– Daniel, 5-star review

CHICKEN PARMESAN WITH SPAGHETTI

Source: https://www.food.com/recipe/chicken-parmesan-19135

INGREDIENTS

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves • Salt and pepper, to taste • 1 egg, beaten • 1⁄2 cup Italian breadcrumbs • 4 tbsp butter • 2 cups marinara sauce

• 4 slices mozzarella cheese • Parmesan cheese, grated • Spaghetti, cooked according to package directions • 2 tbsp chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)

DIRECTIONS

1. Wrap each chicken half in waxed paper and pound chicken to flatten. 2. Salt and pepper to taste. 3. Dip each half in egg; then in bread crumbs. 4. Fry in butter in hot skillet, turning and browning for about 6 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. 5. Remove from skillet. 6. Lower heat, add marinara sauce. Heat thoroughly. 7. Add chicken. 8. Place slices of mozzarella on top of chicken. 9. Sprinkle with Parmesan. 10. Cover and cook until cheese is melted. 11. Serve with spaghetti. Garnish with parsley and more Parmesan cheese.

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

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A SECOND CHANCE AT A FIRST DATE MEAL

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PROFESSIONAL PROPERTY SURVEYORS AND BOUNDARY DISPUTES

LOCAL BUSINESS PROFILE

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CELEBRATING MY 35TH BIRTHDAY

SEE WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT US!

CHICKEN PARMESANWITH SPAGHETTI

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TEACH YOUR KIDS LIFE SKILLS THIS VALENTINE'S DAY!

Nothing says “I love you” more than equipping your children with important knowledge they'll need for the rest of their adult lives. Even if they groan about it now, they’ll be grateful for the know-how when they’re on their own in the future. Keep in mind that your home classroom doesn’t have to mimic a school classroom. Research from the University of Utah shows that kids learn best through hands-on activities and play. Have fun while teaching these life skills, and you’ll earn thank-yous for decades to come. CLEAN THE HOUSE Were you ever surprised by how often you have to clean your kitchen? Your child may be, too. Although your 10-year-old won’t have to worry about cleaning the stove today, they will need to know how when they move out, so find ways to incentivize cleaning and make it more fun. You can have your kids collect “chore points” that add up to a prize, like an extra hour of playing video games! DEVELOP COOKING SKILLS You may be hesitant to have a little chef in the house, but if you’re teaching them how to clean up and stay safe while making some easy dishes, there’s no reason to worry! Even if you’re not a great cook yourself, it’s fun to prepare simple recipes as a family. Plus, your 4 LIFE SKILLS YOU CAN TEACH YOUR KIDS THIS VALENTINE'S DAY

kids will get used to the idea of cooking for themselves, which is both healthy and cost-effective.

LEARN TO GARDEN What’s a better way to get outdoors with your child than to garden together? From using tools like shovels and rakes to nurturing another living organism, gardening provides plenty of rich life lessons, such as patience. UNDERSTAND HOUSEHOLD MAINTENANCE Whether they’re learning how to use an electric breaker, unclog a drain, or clean out the washer or dryer, your kids can get started learning household maintenance skills with just a little guidance. Who knows, maybe they will be their dorm’s future superhero! There are many lessons you can teach your child at any age, so don’t limit yourself! Be creative with the lessons you pass on, and there’s a chance they’ll never forget them!

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