Unclaimed Property: A Guide for Executives | Poulson Law

Unclaimed property tops $70 billion nationwide. Robert J. Poulson explains what it is, how it builds up and why business executives should be concerned.

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Practice Areas — Explore Poulson Law's practice areas: commercial practice, corporate liquidations, asset recovery, unclaimed property, M&A and real estate in New York.
Practice Asset Recovery — Billions in corporate assets sit unclaimed in state trusts. Poulson Law's asset recovery attorneys help businesses locate and reclaim funds they're owed.
Practice Mergers Acquisitions — Buying, selling or merging a company? Poulson Law's M&A attorneys guide investors and businesses through each stage of the deal for a smooth transition.
Practice Unclaimed Property — State-run trust funds hold billions in unclaimed property owed to people and businesses. Poulson Law's lawyers locate and recover what belongs to you.
Practice Real Estate — Buying or selling a home or property in Otsego County? Poulson Law's attorneys prepare your contract, file the paperwork and explain each step to closing.
Practice Commercial Practice — Business attorneys in Cooperstown, NY who guide companies through contracts, formation and commercial decisions that affect taxes, expenses and revenue.
Practice Corporate Liquidations — Practice Corporate Liquidations on Asset Recovery & Business Lawyers | Poulson Law Cooperstown. AV-rated Cooperstown, NY law firm recovering lost and unclaimed.
Team — Meet Robert J. Poulson and Jill Ann Poulson, the managing partners representing investors, start-ups, middle-market firms and Fortune 500 companies.
Blog Library — Legal guides from Poulson Law Offices on asset recovery, unclaimed property, M&A, business contracts, real estate and corporate liquidations.
Blog Post How It Works — Billions in unclaimed corporate assets sit in state trusts. Learn how the asset recovery process works, from locating funds to reclaiming them.
Blog Post After Mergers — Mergers and acquisitions are a leading cause of lost corporate assets. Learn why funds go missing in M&A deals and how companies can recover them.
Blog Post Forensic Accounting — Forensic accounting drives successful asset recovery. See how forensic accountants trace assets and uncover hidden funds so companies can reclaim them.
Blog Post Bankruptcy — Automatic stays, complex distributions and paperwork chaos in bankruptcy can leave assets unclaimed for years. Learn why it happens and how to respond.
Blog Post Litigation — Lawsuits can hold up payments, cloud ownership and scatter assets across states. Learn how litigation leads to unclaimed assets and how to recover them.
Blog Post Uncollected Student Loans — Thousands of student debtors in bankruptcy aren't getting credit for millions they already paid, because collection agencies never collected it.
Blog Post Reluctance To Collect — Why do so many executives ignore offers to recover assets their companies own? Robert J. Poulson looks at the suspicion and fiduciary duties involved.
Blog Post Second Million Dollar Recovery — Poulson Law Offices recovered a large state-held unclaimed check for a corporate client, the firm's second recovery of its size in 18 months.
Blog Post15 Million Check — A multinational's check sat unclaimed for over 30 years after its subsidiary was merged out of existence. Here's how Poulson Law traced and recovered it.
Blog Post When To Seek — Billions in lost and unclaimed assets sit in state trust funds. Here are eight situations when your business should check for money it may be owed.
Blog Post State Trust Funds — State trust funds hold billions in unclaimed property owed to businesses, and won't notify you. Learn how property becomes unclaimed and how to claim it.
Blog Post For Executives — Unclaimed property tops $70 billion nationwide. Robert J. Poulson explains what it is, how it builds up and why business executives should be concerned.
Blog Post Due Diligence — Due diligence is where M&A deals are won or lost. This guide walks through the legal due diligence process, what to review and which red flags to watch.
Blog Post Common Issues — From disputed terms to hidden liabilities, M&A deals face hurdles that get costly if mishandled. Here are five issues that can arise during a transaction.
Blog Post Stock Vs Asset Purchase — A stock or asset purchase shapes liability, taxes and post-closing operations. Compare both M&A structures to choose the right one for your transaction.
Blog Post Joint Ventures — Joint ventures can unlock growth and share risk, but only with careful structuring. Learn how to set up governance, contributions and profit sharing.
Blog Post Successor Liability — Asset purchases should shield buyers from seller liabilities, but there are exceptions. Learn when successor liability applies and how buyers can limit it.
Blog Post Intellectual Property — IP is often a company's most valuable asset. This guide covers IP due diligence, ownership, transfer and protection in M&A and other business deals.
Blog Post Business Formation — LLC, corporation or partnership? Your entity choice shapes liability, taxes and governance for years. Compare each option before forming your business.
Blog Post Partnership Agreements — A well-drafted partnership agreement protects your business relationship. Learn what it should cover, from ownership and profit sharing to other key terms.
Blog Post Partnership Disputes — Partnership disputes can destroy a business. Learn the legal framework, resolution options and strategies to protect your interests when partners clash.
Blog Post Contract Drafting — Contracts define every business relationship. Learn the provisions every business contract should include, common pitfalls and why legal review matters.
Blog Post Indemnification — Indemnification is one of the most negotiated terms in a commercial contract. Learn how it works and how to allocate risk effectively between the parties.
Blog Post Non Compete Agreements — Non-compete agreements face growing legal limits. Learn the enforceability standards, limitations and drafting best practices businesses need to know.
Blog Post When To Sue — Business disputes are inevitable. Learn when to litigate and when to settle, what the litigation process involves and strategies for a favorable outcome.
Blog Post Corporate Governance — Good corporate governance isn't just for public companies. Learn the board structure, fiduciary duties and compliance practices that protect your company.
Blog Post Statute Of Limitations — Every legal claim has a filing deadline. Learn the statutes of limitations for common corporate and commercial claims, and why acting early matters.
Blog Post Asset Protection — Protect what your business has built. Learn legal asset protection strategies, from entity structuring and insurance to trusts and other safeguards.
Blog Post Closing Process — Buying or selling property? This guide walks through every step of the real estate closing process, from signing the contract to the closing table.
Blog Post Title Insurance — Title insurance protects you from hidden defects that could cost you your property. Learn what it covers, why you need it and why it's worth the cost.
Blog Post Commercial Leases — Commercial leases are complex, long-term commitments that can make or break a business. Learn the key provisions every tenant should review before signing.
Blog Post Boundary Disputes — Property line disputes can hurt neighbor relations and property value. Learn how surveys, easements and adverse possession affect how they're resolved.
Blog Post Liquidation Process — Winding down a corporation carries major legal and financial consequences. Learn how the corporate liquidation process and asset distribution work.
Blog Post Bankruptcy Trustees — Bankruptcy trustees liquidate estates and recover assets for creditors. Learn the trustee's role and the tools they use to maximize what creditors receive.
Blog Post Dissolutions — Only half of businesses survive their fifth year. If your corporation faces dissolution, here are five things every owner and operator should know first.
Contact — Request a no-obligation case evaluation in three steps, or call Poulson Law Offices in Cooperstown, NY at 607-547-1195 to discuss your legal matter.
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