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Planning for the “Silver Tsunami”

November 1, 2022 by Ellen LaPlante

As the population over the age of 65 continues to grow, unique problems arise. For example, many seniors may have never married, or outlived their spouse and lack confidence that someone will help them make financial and health decisions as it becomes more difficult or when they become incapacitated. A qualified Estate Planning practitioner can provide guidance to address the issues unique to the solo senior. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...] about Planning for the “Silver Tsunami”

Filed Under: Legal Education Tagged With: Estate Planning

Discharge of Indebtedness Income and Student Loan Forgiveness

October 27, 2022 by Ellen LaPlante

While many taxpayers may be excited about the prospect of reduced loan balances as part of Biden’s Loan Forgiveness Program, they may have questions about the potential tax consequences of that forgiveness. Under normal circumstances, creditors that discharge debt issue a corresponding Form 1099-C Cancellation of Debt to the debtor for inclusion in that year’s income. While the administration works out the kinks in the loan forgiveness plan, it’s important to understand the current provisions of … [Read more...] about Discharge of Indebtedness Income and Student Loan Forgiveness

Filed Under: Estate Planning, Legal Education

More than Just Salad Dressing: The Ongoing Saga of Newman’s Own Foundation

October 25, 2022 by Ellen LaPlante

When a famous individual dies, it’s always interesting to see how they set up their estate, if they bothered to undertake estate planning at all. These cases provide great lessons for Estate Planning practitioners both about what to do, as well as about what to avoid. In some cases, even when celebrities take the time to set up a proper estate plan, things go wrong. Paul Newman’s estate represents one such situation. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...] about More than Just Salad Dressing: The Ongoing Saga of Newman’s Own Foundation

Filed Under: Legal Education Tagged With: Estate Planning

The Intersection of Asset Protection Planning and Estate Planning – Part II

October 6, 2022 by Stephen Unsworth

As part of the Estate Planning process, an attorney explores numerous topics with the client to help create a unique plan tailored to the client’s circumstances. Many estate plans use a trust as the centerpiece of the plan. Some clients want to explore asset protection and let the attorney know they want to consider offshore planning. Sometimes, offshore planning works, but often it causes additional issues. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...] about The Intersection of Asset Protection Planning and Estate Planning – Part II

Filed Under: Legal Education, Estate Planning

Lessons from Patagonia

October 4, 2022 by Ellen LaPlante

Estate planning often encompasses, at least in part, business succession planning. Many individuals own family businesses with the idea of passing the business on to the next generation. Of course, the bigger the business, the more complex that endeavor becomes. Yvon Chouinard recently made headlines when he donated 98% of his $3 billion company to an Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(4) organization. The move saved him millions in taxes, furthered his family’s political agenda, and embodies … [Read more...] about Lessons from Patagonia

Filed Under: Legal Education, Estate Planning

The Intersection of Asset Protection Planning and Estate Planning – Part I

September 29, 2022 by Stephen Unsworth

As part of the Estate Planning process, an attorney explores numerous topics with the client to help create a unique plan tailored to the client’s circumstances. Many estate plans use a trust as the centerpiece of the plan. Inevitably, clients want to understand the degree, if any, of asset protection that will result from the creation of a trust. There are numerous ways to achieve asset protection planning for a client. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...] about The Intersection of Asset Protection Planning and Estate Planning – Part I

Filed Under: Legal Education, Estate Planning

Understanding Undue Influence – Part II

September 1, 2022 by Wendy S. Hillmuth

Whenever a client’s Estate Plan deviates from the expected disposition, it raises questions for the slighted beneficiaries. These questions usually revolve around methods to have the plan overturned. Most states give clients tools to protect their carefully crafted plans, even after their death. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...] about Understanding Undue Influence – Part II

Filed Under: Legal Education Tagged With: Estate Planning

Death and Your Digital Footprint

August 30, 2022 by Ellen LaPlante

As more and more individuals get comfortable in the digital world, Estate Planning has evolved to address the collection and transfer of digital assets. The widespread use of a legacy contact and password managers gives owners of digital content control in determining what happens to the digital information after they die. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...] about Death and Your Digital Footprint

Filed Under: Legal Education, Estate Planning

Understanding Undue Influence – Part I

August 25, 2022 by Wendy S. Hillmuth

Whenever a client’s Estate Plan deviates from the expected disposition, it raises questions. Most of the time, clients have consulted with a competent attorney regarding their reasons for structuring the plan the way that they have. Sometimes, other factors are at play and the plan doesn’t represent the testator’s true wishes, but rather, another individual’s testamentary desire. That’s undue influence and there are ways to guard against it. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...] about Understanding Undue Influence – Part I

Filed Under: Legal Education Tagged With: Estate Planning

How Do I Trust Thee…Part III

July 28, 2022 by Stephen Hartnett

If a client’s Estate Plan involves a revocable trust, then the client needs to decide who will serve as trustee after the client dies. Sometimes, clients have several undesirable options if they want to name an individual and they consider naming an institution to serve as trustee. This article provides a framework for clients considering naming an institutional trustee. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...] about How Do I Trust Thee…Part III

Filed Under: Legal Education Tagged With: Estate Planning

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