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May 2009: Focus On

What Do Savvy Lawyers Do In An Uncertain Economy?

"With stock markets shifting wildly worldwide and economic uncertainty enveloping the globe, it is more important than ever to find ways to stand out."
- Ari Kaplan in How Can YOU Stand Out?

It’s A “Perfect Storm” For Lawyers’ Estate Planning

By Jonathan MintzComments (0)

In early 2009, we are in the midst of a “perfect storm” that creates exceptional planning opportunities we are not ...

Succession Planning For Solo Practitioners

By Stephen T. O'NeillComments (0)

As a sole practitioner, and a 64-year-old one at that, I am often asked, “What happens to our estate plan ...

Tax Aspects Of Life Settlement Arrangements

By Randy Gardner, Neil Covert and Julie WelchComments (1)

Every day 30,000 people turn 65. Over 85% of universal life insurance policies and over 95% of term life insurance ...

The Advantages of Creating An Irrevocable Income Only Trust

By Brian MahoneyComments (2)

An often discussed mechanism in medicaid/nursing home planning is the IIOT, an Irrevocable Income Only Trust. Aside from nursing home issues ...

Women Need To Be Educated About Estate Planning

By Nancy L. SanderComments (2)

Estate planning for women requires a certain sensitivity. Women typically fail to take active roles in planning their estates and ...

Philanthropy Is A Difficult Estate Planning Subject To Broach

By Matt BrownComments (1)

In the words of John Steinbeck, “No one wants advice, only corroboration.” This is especially true when discussing philanthropy with ...

Asset Protection Considerations For Business Owners

By Ryland F. Mahathey and Brad MilhauserComments (1)

Many business owners devote much time and energy “working in” their business to improve operations and profitability; however, they often ...

Why A ‘Pour Over Will’ May Be More Necessary Than You Realize

By Bruce KaufmannComments (0)

If your practice is like mine, you have some clients who wonder, “Why do I need a ‘pour over’ will ...

Is It Time To Sell Your Law Firm, Or Buy Another?

By Edward PollComments (2)

This past year the global financial crisis has created fear and confusion for countless people. Lawyers, like many others, suddenly ...


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What Makes Greg Siskind Successful?

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TCL: What Is Your Personal Definition Of Success? I’m always reluctant to articulate a definition of success because to say one ...

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