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News & Analysis as of May 21, 2013

Insight on Estate Planning - February/March 2013

by Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C. on 2/26/2013

In This Issue: - Fiscal cliff deal brings some certainty to estate planning - Strong governance enhances a family business’s value - Should you donate life insurance to charity? - Estate Planning Pitfall -...more

Elder Law And 2012 Gift Tax Laws

by Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C. on 5/30/2012

The Need for Planning One of the greatest fears of older Americans is that they may end up in a nursing home. This not only means a great loss of personal autonomy, but also a tremendous financial price. Depending on...more

Why you need to review your estate plan after your divorce.

by Steve Basche on 2/23/2012

If you are like most people who are getting divorced, or who have just gone through divorce, you no longer want your ex-spouse to be the beneficiary of your estate or to put your child(ren)in a position to be disinherited if...more

Caregiver Child Exception to Transfer of a Home - You need to have good facts

by Fein, Such, Kahn & Shepard, P.C. on 9/14/2011

A recent appeals court case underscores the importance in New Jersey of being able to factually prove that a child in fact provided care to a parent for the transfer of the home to that child to be an exception to the...more

Personal Planning Strategies -- September 2011

by Proskauer Rose LLP on 9/8/2011

IN THIS ISSUE: - Use It or Lose It - Increased Gift and GST Exemption Amounts Expire on 12/31/12 - Take Advantage of Low Interest Rates and Valuation Discounts - Creating a “GRAT”: Heads You Win, Tails...more

Are You Legally Healthy?

by Las Vegas, Personal Injury Lawyer, Howard... on 8/19/2009

Doctors recommend periodic checkups. Cars need regular exams. Is there a similar “checkup” for legal matters? Yes, a “legal checkup,” which is often called “preventive law.” Getting a legal checkup can keep you in good legal...more