August 4, 2025

Labor Day Legal Checklist: 5 Things to Do Before Summer Ends

As summer winds down and Labor Day approaches, many people shift from vacation mode back into “real life.” But before you pack up the beach chairs and jump into fall, take a moment to review these five key legal to-dos that can protect your home, family, and future.

✅ 1. Review Custody and Co-Parenting Schedules for the School Year

If you’re co-parenting, the back-to-school season can cause confusion if your parenting agreement isn’t up to date. Now’s the time to:

  • Revisit your custody arrangement.
  • Clarify school pickups, extracurricular drop-offs, and holiday schedules.
  • Ensure your child’s school has an emergency contact form reflecting legal custody rights.

Not sure if your current custody order still works? Our family law team can help you explore modification options that reflect your family’s changing needs.

✅ 2. Wrap Up Any Summer Home Projects — Legally

Did you install a new deck, fence, or pool this summer? Before the leaves fall, make sure:

  • All permits were properly obtained.
  • The project complies with local zoning laws.
  • Contractors were paid per contract, and liens were avoided.

If a contractor disappeared or work was done poorly, you may have legal remedies before more damage is done.

✅ 3. Update Your Estate Plan After Major Life Changes

Summer is a popular time for milestones — weddings, babies, travel, or even losses in the family. If any of these happened, don’t forget to:

  • Update your will or trust.
  • Reassign powers of attorney or healthcare directives.
  • Name guardians for children.

Even if nothing changed, Labor Day is a smart yearly reminder to review your estate planning documents. It’s peace of mind before the busy fall season kicks in.

✅ 4. Audit Your Business (or Side Hustle) Before the Year-End Rush

If you’re a small business owner or part of a family-owned company, use the pre-fall transition to:

  • Review employee classifications, especially summer interns or seasonal workers.
  • Refresh vendor contracts and liability waivers.
  • Check in on business licenses or renewal deadlines.

September often brings an uptick in litigation and HR disputes — get ahead of issues now while things are still slow.

✅ 5. Resolve Lingering Legal Disputes While the Courts Are Quiet

Summer might have delayed your response to a landlord issue, injury claim, or lawsuit. But September usually means court calendars fill up quickly. Take time now to:

  • Respond to any pending legal matters.
  • Consult with an attorney before deadlines hit.
  • Negotiate resolutions while parties are still in a relaxed, solution-minded mindset.

💼 We’re Here to Help Before Summer Ends

At The Law Offices of Michael Kuldiner, we’re more than just a phone call during a crisis. We help individuals, families, and businesses stay ahead of legal issues — before they become costly problems.

Have questions about anything on this checklist? Let’s schedule a consultation before Labor Day so you can go into fall with confidence.