Estates and Trusts Practice Group
Our Estates and Trusts practice is committed to providing personalized and compassionate legal services. We recognize the significance of these matters to our clients and their families, approaching each case with a singular blend of legal expertise and sensitivity. Our primary objective is to offer peace of mind to our clients by ensuring that their estate planning and administration needs are managed and met with the utmost care and professionalism.
Sub-Practice Areas:
Estate and Wealth Transfer Planning
Our approach ensures the preservation of clients’ legacies and the provision for their loved ones in alignment with both their wishes and legal requirements.
International Estate Planning
We offer specialized advice for clients with assets or beneficiaries overseas, addressing cross-border legal complexities and tax implications that may impact the distribution of their assets.
Estate and Trust Administration
We excel in the administration of estates and trusts, ensuring that fiduciary duties are diligently carried out. Our focus is on managing and distributing the estate, or corpus, in accordance with the decedent/grantor’s expressed intentions and applicable legal requirements.
Business Succession Planning
We assist business owners in planning for the future of their enterprises and legacy, facilitating a seamless transition of ownership and leadership that aligns with their business objectives and family dynamics.
Tax Matters
We provide strategic advice to clients on the tax implications of estate planning and transfers, helping them achieve tax efficiency while complying with all relevant legal obligations.
Estate and Trust Tax Compliance
We guide executors and trustees through complex tax filings and reporting obligations, ensuring accurate completion and filing of all necessary tax forms. This includes addressing federal and state tax compliance requirements associated with estates and trusts.
Estate and Trust Dispute Resolution
Our team offers skilled representation, aiming to efficiently resolve conflicts while honoring the wishes of the decedent and protecting the interests of beneficiaries. We navigate legal complexities to ensure a fair and just resolution.