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Allen Barron, Inc.

The Prudence of Estate Planning

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The prudence of estate planning extends far beyond the question of “what happens to my money, assets, and belongings at the end of my life?” Estate planning facilitates shrewd planning and management of one’s life and...more

Saul Ewing LLP

Planning for the Ongoing Care of Your Pets

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To many of us, our pets are members of the family. However, they are often overlooked in putting together an estate plan, where the traditional focus is on the disposition of a client’s assets and naming guardians for his or...more

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What is the “Probate” Process? How Does It Work? Why Do People Want to Avoid It?

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Probate is the legal process of administering a Decedent’s Last Will & Testament (“Will”), whereby assets owned by the Decedent at death are distributed pursuant to the terms of their Will, or if there is no Will, according...more

Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC

Securing Your Legacy: Essential Estate and Succession Planning for Family Life Insurance Businesses

Experienced trusts and estates attorneys consistently observe how proper planning can mean the difference between a thriving legacy and a fragmented enterprise. For family-owned life insurance businesses, the stakes are...more

WilmerHale

New Supplemental Swiss Arbitration Rules for Trust, Estate and Foundation Disputes

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The Swiss Arbitration Centre published the Supplemental Swiss Rules for Trust, Estate and Foundation Disputes (“TEF Rules”) on 22 May 2025. They come into effect on 1 July 2025, and apply to trust, estate and foundation...more

Walkers

Hope for the best, but prepare for the worst: Wealth planning for mental incapacity

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It’s always wise to hope for the best but plan for the worst, and, with global rates of dementia on the increase, planning for incapacity should be part of everyone's wealth and succession strategy. Where the assets held...more

Farella Braun + Martel LLP

Mamma Mia!: Common Estate Planning Issues for Blended Families

Welcome to The Verdict: Estate Planning Through Film. I'm Hons Yung, and today I’m joined by Farella Senior Associate Taylor Porter to discuss the movie Mamma Mia! With ABBA's blend of pop, rock, and disco setting the tone,...more

Hinckley Allen

The Essential Guide to Document Preservation for Estate and Business Planning

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Over the course of a lifetime, each of us will accumulate a small mountain of documents, paperwork that is often carelessly tossed in a drawer and then, perhaps, eventually discarded. Though much of this paperwork is...more

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Intergenerational wealth transfer part 2: Execution

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The best plan is worthless if not properly executed. This article follows on from our earlier discussion on issues clients may need to consider before passing assets to their intended heirs. Here, we highlight some...more

The Estate Lawyers

Four Estate Planning Lessons from the Deaths of Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa

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The recent passing of legendary actor Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, 65, within days of each other in their Santa Fe, New Mexico, home underscores the importance of contingency planning and other factors in...more

Allen Barron, Inc.

Estate Planning for Pets in San Diego and Throughout California

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What do you need to know about estate planning for pets in San Diego and throughout California? What are some of the essential elements of an effective estate plan that will protect your beloved companion(s) while ensuring...more

Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt PC

Estate Planning for Physicians: Why It’s Important and How to Get Started

When you’re a physician, your life is defined by long hours, major responsibilities, and a focus on the health and well-being of your patients. Though dedication to your practice is commendable, planning for the future is...more

Carey Olsen

Wills and estates in the Cayman Islands

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Without advance planning the task of determining an individual’s final wishes and administering a deceased’s estate can be time-consuming and expensive. Set out below is a summary of the various ways in which an individual...more

Mandelbaum Barrett PC

Legacy Planning for Family Businesses: Transitioning with Ease

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In the heart of every family-owned enterprise lies a story of hard work, dedication, and a vision for the future. These businesses not only represent a significant portion of the economy but also embody the legacy of...more

BakerHostetler

Next Generation Legacy Management - The Essence of Developing, Managing and Implementing a Plan for Future Generations

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BakerHostetler has introduced a revolutionary breakthrough in the age-old art of estate planning. FinClar (short for financial clarity) is a proprietary digital experience offering transformative legacy management to highly...more

Conyers

Private Client & Trust Middle East Bulletin

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Recognised as a global leader in private client advice, our Cayman Islands and British Virgin Islands (BVI) Private Client & Trust teams have been working with clients in the Middle East for decades. Our experienced team of...more

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Shares in BVI Business Companies – Avoiding a Succession Problem

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British Virgin Islands (“BVI”) business companies are often used for private wealth structuring purposes. However, where the shares in a BVI business company are registered in the name of an individual rather than a corporate...more

Harris Beach Murtha PLLC

Including Digital Assets in Your Modern-day Estate Plan

In the ever-increasing digital world, it is important to consider your digital assets when preparing your estate plan. Your digital assets can hold tremendous economic and sentimental value to you and your loved ones, making...more

Farrell Fritz, P.C.

Wills, Trusts & Estates: Plain and Simple – “Do-It-Yourself” Wills: A Note of Caution

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There are lots of “do-it-yourself” Will programs floating around on the internet. You may be able to save legal fees by drafting your own Will – at least up front; but in the long run, the cost usually comes after you die...more

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