ACTEC Trust & Estate
Talk Podcasts

ACTEC shares advice from the best and brightest lawyers in the trust and estate field every Tuesday. The ACTEC Trust and Estate Talk podcast series shares in-depth information on topics from electronic wills to bitcoin to charitable planning. Each podcast is transcribed and includes additional resources. Listen, read, and share your new knowledge with clients and colleagues each week.

Black History Month Spotlight

Black History Month spotlight on ACTEC’s Planning for a Diverse and Equitable Future video series, funded by a grant from The ACTEC Foundation.

The ACTEC Foundation Announces the 2023–2025 Dennis I. Belcher Young Leaders

The ACTEC College & ACTEC Foundation are pleased to announce the Ninth Class of Dennis I. Belcher Young Leaders.

Navigating Unique Issues in the Settlement of Trust and Estate Disputes

Explore the complexities of settling trust & estate disputes, from representing unrepresented parties to recent legal cases.

Tips for Dealing With and Drafting for Clients With Diminished Capacity

Legal recommendations for estate planners handling clients with diminishing capacity, including ethical considerations, POAs, trust planning, and more.

Practical Considerations in Dealing with Incapacity

Estate planners discuss avoiding adult guardianships, assessing capacity, transitioning trustees, and addressing challenges in planning and litigation.

Considerations for the Two Weeks Following Death

Practical expert guidance on estate planning for the two-week post-death period, including burial directives and laws, probate venue issues, and not rushing.

Deathbed Planning for the Two Weeks Prior to Death

Expert estate legal guidance on the two weeks before a client’s death: from information gathering to tax considerations, probate avoidance, and gifting.