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Estate Planning is a process where individuals prepare or plan for the settlement of their personal affairs in the event of incapacitation or death. Estate plans typically include provisions relating to the... more +
Estate Planning is a process where individuals prepare or plan for the settlement of their personal affairs in the event of incapacitation or death. Estate plans typically include provisions relating to the disposition of assets, guardianship of minor children, and appointment of representatives to make medical and financial decisions. Effective estate planning can decrease tax liability and facilitate the probate process.  less -
Ballard Spahr LLP

Digital Planning Podcast Episode: Estate Planning and the Corporate Transparency Act

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On this episode of the Digital Planning Podcast, Jen Zegel, Justin Brown, and Ross Bruch dive into the intricacies of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) with special guest, corporate and finance attorney, Ashleigh Taylor,...more

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Supreme Court Clarifies Shareholder Agreement Valuations for Estate Tax Purposes in Connelly v. United States

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Many co-owners of closely held businesses will employ life insurance as a tool for funding the transfer of ownership in the business upon the death or retirement of an owner. In these cases, planning involves the use of...more

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Why Choose Bermuda for Private Clients

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Bermuda is a British Overseas Territory with a parliamentary legislature and has been largely self-governing since 1620. It has economic, legal and political stability which attracts international businesses and...more

Mandelbaum Barrett PC

Navigating Q4 as a Family-Owned Business

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As Q4 is in full swing and as 2023 begins to draw to a close, family-owned businesses find themselves at a crucial juncture, reflecting on the year gone by and strategically planning for the future....more

Farella Braun + Martel LLP

Steps for the Long-term Success of Your Brand & Business

Family wineries face certain common issues when it comes to succession planning, and there are steps you can take to help ensure the longevity and success of your brand and business. Step 1 – Develop a Plan - Benjamin...more

Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP

The Corporate Transparency Act Webinar Recap

Watch the full recording. What Is the CTA? The CTA (31 USC § 5336; 31 CFR 1010) is intended to strengthen the federal government’s anti-money laundering efforts by requiring many business entities to report information...more

Lathrop GPM

Transferring Your Family or Closely Held Business: Part 1

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Transition planning to a family member or other “insider” requires time and forethought to successfully handle both the financial and operational considerations of a family or closely held business. Transitioning ownership...more

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Perspectives - September/October 2015

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In a decision in which no opinion commanded a majority, the Ohio Supreme Court sided with a private entity — a charter school operator — in a dispute over the ownership of personal property purchased by the operator with...more

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Five Legal Documents Every Family Business Should Have (and Use)

Every business is different. Certainly, every family is different. But family businesses, as a group, share certain challenges and opportunities. In order to ensure their businesses survive, thrive and grow, leaders of family...more

Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C.

Insight on Estate Planning - February/March 2013: Strong governance enhances a family business’s value

Too often, family members view their business as a source of wealth without making sure that the company is managed by those best suited for the job. Good governance — carefully documented in writing — can help ensure a...more

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