Expert tips for estate planning attorneys to avoid ethical pitfalls, featuring recent case examples of disciplinary actions and disqualifications.
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Experts Provide Best Practice Advice on Trust and Estate Administration
ACTEC Fellows share their expertise with professionals on trust administration and ongoing estate management. Discover more about best business practices, effective communication with trustees and beneficiaries, and how life changes such as retirement or divorce can impact these areas.
The IRS Ruling on Modifying a Grantor Trust
Explore the gift tax implications for trust beneficiaries modifying grantor trusts in IRS CCA 202352018, with nuanced analysis and estate planning insights.
A Discussion of Ante-Mortem Probate
A law professor discusses updates in ante-mortem probate, aka pre-mortem probate, exploring benefits, risks, and state procedures in the evolving legal terrain.
Tips for Preparing a Federal Estate Tax Return
An estate expert offers tips to professionals preparing a Federal Estate Tax Return, form 706, such as adjustable taxable gifts, real property, and more.
Client Restrictions on Charitable Gifts
Expert trust and estate advice and insights regarding restrictions for charitable gifts, managing donor intent, and the institution’s considerations.
Conflicts of Interest in T&E Litigation
Exploring conflicts of interest in trust and estate litigation, from joint representations to multi-generational complexities, navigating ethical challenges.
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.