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.
Counting Down, Counting Up, Flourishing: Part 2 of 4
Discover how positive psychology intersects with estate planning in Steve Akers’ 2025 Trachtman Lecture. Part 1 explores PERMA and key wellness insights.
Longest Drive Challenge: Round 1 Results
Stacy Singer of Chicago leads Round 1 of The ACTEC Foundation Longest Drive Challenge with $1,900. See the latest leaderboard!
The 2025 ACTEC Foundation Longest Drive Challenge Begins!
Join the ACTEC Foundation’s Spring Challenge! Support your favorite golfer in the Longest Drive competition and help fund scholarships and education in T&E. ⛳️
Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCD) from IRAs
An expert shares how Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) from IRAs can reduce taxable income, satisfy RMDs, and maximize charitable giving for those 70½+.
The 2025 Mary Moers Wenig Writing Competition is open!
The 2025 Mary Moers Wenig Writing Competition is open! Law students can win scholarships, cash prizes, and publication. Deadline: June 1, 2025.
Avoiding Common Ethical Traps in Estate Planning
Expert tips for estate planning attorneys to avoid ethical pitfalls, featuring recent case examples of disciplinary actions and disqualifications.
Pet Trusts Explained: Ensure Your Pet’s Care After You’re Gone
Ensure your pet’s future with a pet trust! Learn how to set up, fund, and protect your pet’s care with expert estate planning tips.