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Inheritance Law And The Disposal Of Assets In The UAE

Inheritance is a very important aspect of family law. It is the branch of law that ensures welfare of family members and the continuity of the family unit after the death of an individual. Inheritance law in the UAE includes...more

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Why a One-Night Isn’t Just a One-Night Stand

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A brief, consensual sexual encounter between two opposite-sex individuals without a romantic or domestic relationship, often called a one-night stand, is typically not intended to result in long-term consequences. However,...more

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Estate Planning Documents for Your ‘Adult’ Child

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While we may know better, an 18-year-old is generally considered an adult under New York law. Many of those 18-year-olds will be heading off to college in the next couple of months. Parents’ rights to make decisions for their...more

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Minnesota Appeals Court Rules on Property Disclaimers - An Unheralded But Key Estate Planning Tool

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On April 28, 2025, the Minnesota Court of Appeals issued its opinion in In re Estate of Bogren. The court addressed a matter of first impression in Minnesota – whether a disclaimer of property must clearly state the value of...more

Mandelbaum Barrett PC

Liam Payne’s Estate: What Happens Without a Will

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Why estate planning matters—regardless of age or wealth - Many people believe estate planning is something to consider later in life, or only if they have significant assets. But the recent and tragic passing of Liam Payne,...more

Patton Sullivan Brodehl LLP

Disputed Real Property Inheritance Must Be Resolved Before Partition Action

The California Court of Appeal recently reaffirmed that a party’s ownership interest in real property must be clearly established before the party can have standing to bring an action for partition of the property. ...more

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Unintended Inheritance Happens More Than You Think: Ensuring Your Loved Ones Inherit as Intended

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Roughly two-thirds of Americans are estimated to die without executing a valid will. As a result, assets in their name will pass under the laws of intestacy of their home state. The laws of intestacy are essentially default...more

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Heir Tight: Locking Down the Legacy

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A child’s wedding is an exciting and deeply meaningful milestone for any parent. It also marks a period of significant change, not only in your child’s life but in your own as well. As with any major life transition, it is...more

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Common Misconceptions in Estate Planning: Wills Avoid Probate

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It is a common misconception believed by many that having a will avoids probate. Not only is it false, it really could not be further from the truth. Rather, a will is a tool that is often used during the probate process and...more

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

New Washington Estate Tax Law Raises Exemption, Hikes Rates for Wealthy

Since 2018, estate planning legislation in Washington has remained stagnant. Increases in our legislated estate tax exemption rate had been tied to a Consumer Price Index that no longer existed, and the legislature largely...more

Bowditch & Dewey

Benefits of a Professional Trustee During the Great Generational Wealth Transfer

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As the population of the U.S. ages, we are in the midst of what some are calling the “great generational wealth transfer,” and some studies are suggesting there could be over $100 trillion passing to the next generation over...more

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First Steps for Executors: What to Do When a Loved One Passes

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When a loved one passes away, the emotional toll of the loss can be compounded by the sudden responsibility of managing the deceased person’s estate—especially if you’ve been named as the executor under a Last Will and...more

Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP

Special Needs Estate Planning: Ensuring a Secure Future for Your Loved One

Estate planning is a crucial process for anyone looking to protect their family and assets, but for families with a loved one who has special needs, it requires additional considerations. Without proper planning, a...more

Fleurinord Law PLLC

From Purple Reign to Probate Pain: Lessons from Prince’s $156 Million Estate Planning Mistake

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The Purple Reign… in Chaos: Netflix, Secrets, and the Fight Over Prince's Legacy...more

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Protecting And Empowering LGBTQ+ Iowans In Times Of Legal Uncertainty

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Recent years have seen an unprecedented rollback of many hard-won civil rights for LGBTQ+ Iowans at the state and federal levels. There are several ways LGBTQ+ Iowans can protect and empower themselves and their loved ones...more

Farella Braun + Martel LLP

Love Actually: Planning Considerations for Marriage, Divorce, Cohabitation, the Death of a Spouse, and More

Welcome to The Verdict: Estate Planning Through Film. Today, Farella podcast host Hons Yung is joined by Gigi Orta, a managing director at J.P. Morgan Private Bank, to discuss the movie Love Actually. Gigi and Hons...more

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani

Kositzka v. Fick: Key Lessons on Trustee Fiduciary Duty in Virginia Trusts

In a recent decision, the Court of Appeals of Virginia upheld a lower court’s ruling that Kositzka, Wicks and Company (KWC) breached its fiduciary duty to Edward Joseph Ryan, awarding his estate $999,050 in damages, attorney...more

Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C.

10 Tips to Consider for Special Needs Planning

Careful planning for the future of a loved one with disabilities is crucial. Consider using legal entities such as a special needs trust to protect their ability to qualify for government benefits while meeting their...more

American Conference Institute (ACI)

[Event] High-Net-Worth Contentious Disputes - June 12th - 13th, New York, NY

As the landscape of HNW disputes remains increasingly complex — with cross-border disputes, challenges with tracing and valuating digital assets, contentious trusts, and privacy concerns playing larger roles — ACI's Inaugural...more

Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP

No Direction: What Liam Payne’s Estate Teaches Us About Dying Without a Will

Liam Payne’s sudden and tragic death shocked the world—but what followed should concern anyone without an estate plan. Despite a $32 million fortune, the former One Direction star left no will, leaving behind a young son, an...more

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Court Affirmed Probate Order On The Ownership Of Farm Equipment Which Depended On The Location Of The Equipment At The Time Of The...

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In Halderman v. Ivy, the decedent’s will stated: “I give, devise and bequeath my 66.977 acres located on FM 1848 in Freestone County, Texas, including all livestock and farm equipment located thereon to my two children . . ....more

Farella Braun + Martel LLP

Mamma Mia!: Common Estate Planning Issues for Blended Families

Welcome to The Verdict: Estate Planning Through Film. I'm Hons Yung, and today I’m joined by Farella Senior Associate Taylor Porter to discuss the movie Mamma Mia! With ABBA's blend of pop, rock, and disco setting the tone,...more

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Estate Planning: Peace of Mind for Uncertain Times

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In the late 19th century, death was almost fashionable. Funerals were well attended and even rivaled weddings in their splendor and expense. Department stores offered an array of luxury clothing for grieving mothers and...more

Goulston & Storrs PC

Land Court’s Invalidation of Deed as the Result of Undue Influence Affirmed

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What constitutes undue influence sufficient to invalidate a deed? In Erikson v. Erikson, 105 Mass. App. Ct. 1115 (February 24, 2025), the Appeals Court of Massachusetts affirmed the Land Court’s invalidation of a deed on the...more

Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP

What Gene Hackman’s Estate Reveals About Proper Estate Planning

The recent death of legendary actor, Gene Hackman, age 95, and his wife Betsy Arakawa, age 65, has brought attention to the complexities surrounding their estate and illustrates the need for proper estate planning. At his...more

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