Living Trust or Prenuptial Agreement: Which Is Better for Protecting…

Key Takeaways for California Individuals and Families Seeking Asset Protection Read the full blog here: When somebody has amassed a significant estate through years of hard work and good fortune,…

Why Ultra-High-Net-Worth Families Can No Longer Afford to Delay Estate…

Top 3 Key Takeaways Definition: UHNW stands for Ultra High Net Worth Individual Read the full blog here: In the first half of 2025, uncertainty about the future of the…

Beneficiary Defective Irrevocable Trusts

Top 3 Takeaways: Read the full blog here: Appreciating assets such as business interests can pose a double risk for entrepreneurs or investors in terms of protecting their wealth and…

Beneficiary Defective Irrevocable Trusts

Top 3 Takeaways for Business Owners & High-Net-Worth Individuals Read the full article here: Appreciating assets such as business interests can pose a double risk for entrepreneurs or investors in…

Private Placement Life Insurance

Top 3 Takeaways: Read the full article here: Passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on July 4, 2025, ended an unwelcome period of uncertainty for estate planning by…

What Is a Qualified Personal Residence Trust?

Top 3 Key Takeaways: Read the full article here: With the uncertainty surrounding the future of the lifetime gift and estate tax exemption, which is set to be cut in…

But, would you live for them?

But, would you live for them? Dear Friends, As an estate planning lawyer, I deal with death everyday. Everyday, people in my life die, and our office gets “the call.”…

Trust and FDIC Insurance: How Much is Covered?

With the sudden closures of some major regional and industry-specific banks, many people are worried about their FDIC coverages for accounts held in trust. This is a good opportunity to…

Considerations When Creating a Power of Attorney

What is the purpose of a Power of Attorney? If you are an adult with capacity, you, as the Principal, have the right to designate an Agent, sometimes called an…

The U.S. Exit Tax

Bye-Bye U.S., Hello Exit Tax! If you are a U.S. citizen thinking about relinquishing your U.S. citizenship, or if you are what is defined as a “long-term” green card holder…