I recently went to a CLE conference on trusts and heard the word “decanting” thrown around. Naturally, my ears perked up because, well, I thought of wine or tea for that matter. But no. Turns out, irrevocable trusts can be decanted. Who knew? The definition of “decant” is: “gradually pour from one container into another, […]
If Congress ultimately expands gun legislation, then it could have a profound impact on an individual’s ability to transfer guns to their beneficiaries. Bequeathing a gun in an estate is very different from passing on other personal property. Because a gun is a regulated piece of personal property at both the federal and state levels, […]
A Family Partnership is an entity designed to hold family assets such as marketable securities, real estate, and operating businesses. The Partnership Agreement can be drafted to allow for lifetime transfers of Partnership interests as well as transfers upon an individual’s death to his or her descendants Using a Family Partnership may
Trustees are given certain responsibilities and duties when administering a trust. These responsibilities can vary depending upon the trust instrument or document, but there are a few duties that apply broadly to all trustees. This article will cover the two main duties, those of Loyalty and Care, that all trustees must understand before accepting the […]