Recently, much has been written about Rupert Murdoch’s petition to amend his Nevada irrevocable trust to grant his eldest son, Lachlan, voting control over News Corp and Fox Corporation. While the battle between family...more
As its name implies, a purpose trust is a type of trust that you create and establish for a specific purpose. Unlike traditional trusts, which operate to benefit identifiable individuals or entities, purpose trusts exist to...more
Trustee relationships can be complicated. Trustees not only manage assets, but they also must ensure that beneficiaries’ needs are met. Learn what to do when there is a breakdown in the trustee-beneficiary relationship and...more
Find out how a special needs trust can ensure the financial security of a special-needs loved one, without jeopardizing their public assistance payments....more
Establishing a trust is an essential part of estate planning. Although some people think trusts are only for the very wealthy, the truth is that a trust is beneficial for anyone who wants to stay in control during their own...more
If you have a child or another loved one with special needs, it’s only natural to worry about their future. How can you make sure their financial needs are taken care of without jeopardizing their public assistance payments?...more
When a family member or friend asks you to become their trustee, it conveys a high level of trust in you. However, many of our clients tell us that they did not fully understand the enormity of the job when they accepted it....more