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Trust in Estate Planning in 2026: Looking Forward

$65.00

Navigate the evolving trust landscape as emerging legal trends, tax considerations, and client expectations reshape traditional estate planning strategies. This forward-looking program examines innovative trust structures, regulatory developments, and planning opportunities that define the cutting edge of modern estate practice. Position your practice for success by understanding the trends that will drive trust and estate planning in the years ahead.   Explore emerging trust structures responding to changing family dynamics and wealth transfer goals Analyze recent tax developments affecting trust planning and administration strategies Understand technology's impact on trust administration and client service delivery Identify opportunities created by evolving state trust laws and jurisdictional competition   Speakers: Missia H. Vaselaney is a partner in the Cleveland office of Taft, Stettinius & Hollister, LLP, where her practice focuses on estate planning for individuals and businesses. She also represents clients before federal and state taxing authorities. Ms. Vaselaney is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and has been a member of the Steering Committee for AICPA’s National Advanced Estate Planning Conference since 2001. Michael Sneeringer is a Partner in the Naples, Florida office of Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP, where his practice focuses on trust and estate planning, probate administration, asset protection planning, and tax law. He is an Executive Council member of the Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section of the Florida Bar and the Articles editor, Trust and Estate, for Probate & Property Magazine.

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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 2/2/2026
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Trust in Estate Planning in 2026: Looking Forward

$65.00

Navigate the evolving trust landscape as emerging legal trends, tax considerations, and client expectations reshape traditional estate planning strategies. This forward-looking program examines innovative trust structures, regulatory developments, and planning opportunities that define the cutting edge of modern estate practice. Position your practice for success by understanding the trends that will drive trust and estate planning in the years ahead.   Explore emerging trust structures responding to changing family dynamics and wealth transfer goals Analyze recent tax developments affecting trust planning and administration strategies Understand technology's impact on trust administration and client service delivery Identify opportunities created by evolving state trust laws and jurisdictional competition   Speakers: Missia H. Vaselaney is a partner in the Cleveland office of Taft, Stettinius & Hollister, LLP, where her practice focuses on estate planning for individuals and businesses. She also represents clients before federal and state taxing authorities. Ms. Vaselaney is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and has been a member of the Steering Committee for AICPA’s National Advanced Estate Planning Conference since 2001. Michael Sneeringer is a Partner in the Naples, Florida office of Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP, where his practice focuses on trust and estate planning, probate administration, asset protection planning, and tax law. He is an Executive Council member of the Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section of the Florida Bar and the Articles editor, Trust and Estate, for Probate & Property Magazine.

  • Teleseminar
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 2/2/2026
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Trust in Estate Planning in 2024: Looking Forward

$65.00

Trust and estate planning in 2024 will require navigating many rocky patches. There are new assets classes. Inflation is rising. We are still dealing with the ongoing effects of the pandemic. There is legislation pending to substantially alter the taxability of estates. Familiar planning platforms and techniques may no longer be efficacious as change unfolds.  Planning requires not only looking at the law as it is today but as it may change – perhaps dramatically – during the year. This program will provide you with a practical guide to planning in the uncertainty of 2022.   Tax legislation that will or has changed the taxability of estates Planning with rising inflation – and higher interest rates? Trends in valuation of estates with higher rates Considering how to handle new asset classes Planning for the ongoing effects of the pandemic   Speakers: Michael Sneeringer a partner in the Naples, Florida office of Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP, where his practice focuses on trust and estate planning, probate administration, asset protection planning, and tax law. He has served as vice chair of the asset protection planning committee of the ABA’s Real Property, Trust and Estate Section and is an official reporter of the Heckerling Institute.  Mr. Sneeringer received his B.A. from Washington & Jefferson College, his J.D., cum laude, St. Thomas University School of Law, and his LL.M. from the University of Miami School of Law. Missia H. Vaselaney is a partner in the Cleveland office of Taft, Stettinius & Hollister, LLP, where her practice focuses on estate planning for individuals and businesses.  She also represents clients before federal and state taxing authorities.  Ms. Vaselaney is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and has been a member of the Steering Committee for AICPA’s National Advanced Estate Planning Conference since 2001.  Ms. Vaselaney received her B.A. from the University of Dayton and her J.D. from the Cleveland-Marshall College of Law.

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  • 2/15/2026
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Family Disputes & Trusts: Practical Strategies to Preserve Family Wealth

$65.00

Family feuds are the most destructive force in trust and estate planning. When a senior generation of a family dies or decides to pull back from leading a family business, long suppressed inter-personal conflicts rise to the surface and have often a substantially adverse impact on the business’s operations and value. These disputes often place planners in the extremely difficult spot of having gain the trust of warring factions, understand their grievances, and use the tools of planning to help them and the company find a value-preserving resolution of their conflicts. This program will provide you with a guide to identifying and resolving family feuds in trusts.   Sources of family feuds in trusts and techniques to resolve short of litigation Disputes involving distributions, control of family assets, personal rivalries, lack of communication Techniques for resolution – outside consultants, ongoing family meetings, lifetime gifting, distribution standards How choosing trustees can provoke or alleviate family disputes How to work with warring family factions while protecting yourself as lawyer   Speakers: Michael Kenny is counsel in the New York City office of Wiggin and Dana, LLP, where his practice focuses on commercial, probate, construction, and maritime litigation.  He has represented clients in domestic and international arbitrations, including proceedings before the American Arbitration Association and the International Centre for Dispute Resolution. His litigation and arbitration experience includes the preparation and trial of warranty claims and ship repair disputes. Sean Vallencourt is a Litigation Associate in Wiggin and Dana’s New York office.  He represents businesses and individuals in a diverse array of disputes before federal and state courts, as well as alternative dispute resolution tribunals. Prior to joining Wiggin and Dana, Sean served as a law clerk to two federal district judges: Judge Neil V. Wake (District of Arizona) and Chief Judge Sara Darrow (Central District of Illinois). Prior to clerking, he practiced at Phillips Nizer LLP.  

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  • 2/17/2026
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Family Disputes & Trusts: Practical Strategies to Preserve Family Wealth

$65.00

When family relationships fracture, trust administration becomes a delicate balance between legal obligations and family dynamics that can determine the survival of multigenerational wealth. This program provides essential strategies for managing trust disputes while preserving family relationships and protecting beneficiary interests. Learn to navigate the emotional and legal complexities that arise when family conflicts intersect with fiduciary duties.   Develop early intervention strategies to prevent minor family disagreements from escalating into litigation Master communication techniques that address family dynamics while maintaining fiduciary neutrality Understand when and how to involve family mediators, counselors, and other neutral professionals Structure trust provisions and administrative procedures that minimize future family conflict potential   Speaker: Michael Kenny is counsel in the New York City office of Wiggin and Dana, LLP, where his practice focuses on commercial, probate, construction, and maritime litigation. He has represented clients in domestic and international arbitrations, including proceedings before the American Arbitration Association and the International Centre for Dispute Resolution. His litigation and arbitration experience includes the preparation and trial of warranty claims and ship repair disputes.

  • Audio Webcast
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 2/19/2026
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Family Disputes & Trusts: Practical Strategies to Preserve Family Wealth

$65.00

When family relationships fracture, trust administration becomes a delicate balance between legal obligations and family dynamics that can determine the survival of multigenerational wealth. This program provides essential strategies for managing trust disputes while preserving family relationships and protecting beneficiary interests. Learn to navigate the emotional and legal complexities that arise when family conflicts intersect with fiduciary duties.   Develop early intervention strategies to prevent minor family disagreements from escalating into litigation Master communication techniques that address family dynamics while maintaining fiduciary neutrality Understand when and how to involve family mediators, counselors, and other neutral professionals Structure trust provisions and administrative procedures that minimize future family conflict potential   Speaker: Michael Kenny is counsel in the New York City office of Wiggin and Dana, LLP, where his practice focuses on commercial, probate, construction, and maritime litigation. He has represented clients in domestic and international arbitrations, including proceedings before the American Arbitration Association and the International Centre for Dispute Resolution. His litigation and arbitration experience includes the preparation and trial of warranty claims and ship repair disputes.

  • Teleseminar
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 2/19/2026
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Trust and Estate Planning for Family Businesses, Part 1

$65.00

Most successful businesses are owned by one or more families.  Because they are family owned, these companies create many special planning challenges.  Ownership and control do not shift among non-owner managers. Rather, succession in ownership and management is a momentous and often highly emotional process for members of the family.  Frequently, these transitions are caused by the retirement or death of members of a family member.  And these transitions, if not carefully planned and delicately handled, can be ruinous, damaging the family and their company.  This program will provide you a practical framework of trust and estate planning and succession planning for family businesses.    Day 1: Succession planning in family businesses Counseling clients on how to avoid family drama on succession Valuation issues for financial and tax purposes Buy-sell planning with family members or key employees Selling to third parties where intra-family succession is not possible Planning for the incapacity of the founding generation   Day 2: Life insurance trust planning – or as a compensating asset to certain heirs Structuring private annuities to transfer a business and provide income to founders Self-cancelling installments notes and intentionally defective irrevocable trusts Use of GRATS and “redemptive freezes”   Speaker: Daniel L. Daniels is a partner in the Greenwich, Connecticut office of Wiggin and Dana, LLP, where his practice focuses on representing business owners, corporate executives and other wealthy individuals and their families.  A Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, he is listed in “The Best Lawyers in America,” and has been named by “Worth” magazine as one of the Top 100 Lawyers in the United States representing affluent individuals. Mr. Daniels is co-author of a monthly column in “Trusts and Estates” magazine.  Mr. Daniels received his A.B., summa cum laude, from Dartmouth College and received his J.D., with honors, from Harvard Law School.

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  • 2/22/2026
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Trust and Estate Planning for Family Businesses, Part 2

$65.00

Most successful businesses are owned by one or more families.  Because they are family owned, these companies create many special planning challenges.  Ownership and control do not shift among non-owner managers. Rather, succession in ownership and management is a momentous and often highly emotional process for members of the family.  Frequently, these transitions are caused by the retirement or death of members of a family member.  And these transitions, if not carefully planned and delicately handled, can be ruinous, damaging the family and their company.  This program will provide you a practical framework of trust and estate planning and succession planning for family businesses.    Day 1: Succession planning in family businesses Counseling clients on how to avoid family drama on succession Valuation issues for financial and tax purposes Buy-sell planning with family members or key employees Selling to third parties where intra-family succession is not possible Planning for the incapacity of the founding generation   Day 2: Life insurance trust planning – or as a compensating asset to certain heirs Structuring private annuities to transfer a business and provide income to founders Self-cancelling installments notes and intentionally defective irrevocable trusts Use of GRATS and “redemptive freezes”   Speaker: Daniel L. Daniels is a partner in the Greenwich, Connecticut office of Wiggin and Dana, LLP, where his practice focuses on representing business owners, corporate executives and other wealthy individuals and their families.  A Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, he is listed in “The Best Lawyers in America,” and has been named by “Worth” magazine as one of the Top 100 Lawyers in the United States representing affluent individuals. Mr. Daniels is co-author of a monthly column in “Trusts and Estates” magazine.  Mr. Daniels received his A.B., summa cum laude, from Dartmouth College and received his J.D., with honors, from Harvard Law School.  

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  • 2/23/2026
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Trust and Estate Planning for Family Businesses, Part 1

$65.00

Integrate sophisticated estate planning strategies with complex family business structures to achieve seamless wealth transfer while preserving business continuity across generations. This program addresses the unique challenges facing family enterprises where personal relationships intersect with business interests and tax considerations. Master the foundational concepts necessary to serve families navigating the intersection of estate planning and business succession.   Design estate plans that facilitate smooth business succession while minimizing tax consequences Address valuation challenges and discount strategies for closely-held family business interests Navigate family dynamics affecting both business operations and estate planning objectives Structure voting trusts and other mechanisms that preserve family control across generations   Speakers: Missia H. Vaselaney is a partner in the Cleveland office of Taft, Stettinius & Hollister, LLP, where her practice focuses on estate planning for individuals and businesses. She also represents clients before federal and state taxing authorities. Ms. Vaselaney is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and has been a member of the Steering Committee for AICPA’s National Advanced Estate Planning Conference since 2001.   Michael Sneeringer is a Partner in the Naples, Florida office of Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP, where his practice focuses on trust and estate planning, probate administration, asset protection planning, and tax law. He is an Executive Council member of the Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section of the Florida Bar and the Articles editor, Trust and Estate, for Probate & Property Magazine.

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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 2/23/2026
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Trust and Estate Planning for Family Businesses, Part 1

$65.00

Integrate sophisticated estate planning strategies with complex family business structures to achieve seamless wealth transfer while preserving business continuity across generations. This program addresses the unique challenges facing family enterprises where personal relationships intersect with business interests and tax considerations. Master the foundational concepts necessary to serve families navigating the intersection of estate planning and business succession.   Design estate plans that facilitate smooth business succession while minimizing tax consequences Address valuation challenges and discount strategies for closely-held family business interests Navigate family dynamics affecting both business operations and estate planning objectives Structure voting trusts and other mechanisms that preserve family control across generations   Speakers: Missia H. Vaselaney is a partner in the Cleveland office of Taft, Stettinius & Hollister, LLP, where her practice focuses on estate planning for individuals and businesses. She also represents clients before federal and state taxing authorities. Ms. Vaselaney is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and has been a member of the Steering Committee for AICPA’s National Advanced Estate Planning Conference since 2001.   Michael Sneeringer is a Partner in the Naples, Florida office of Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP, where his practice focuses on trust and estate planning, probate administration, asset protection planning, and tax law. He is an Executive Council member of the Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section of the Florida Bar and the Articles editor, Trust and Estate, for Probate & Property Magazine.

  • Teleseminar
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 2/23/2026
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Trust and Estate Planning for Family Businesses, Part 2

$65.00

Advance your family business planning expertise with sophisticated strategies addressing complex ownership structures, international considerations, and innovative wealth transfer techniques. This program builds on foundational concepts to tackle the most challenging aspects of multigenerational family business planning. Develop the specialized knowledge required to serve sophisticated family enterprises with complex business and personal wealth management needs.     Implement advanced valuation and gifting strategies for family limited partnerships and LLCs Address international tax considerations affecting multinational family business enterprises Navigate complex family employment and compensation issues within trust and estate planning Design innovative structures addressing next-generation liquidity needs while preserving business integrity   Speakers: Missia H. Vaselaney is a partner in the Cleveland office of Taft, Stettinius & Hollister, LLP, where her practice focuses on estate planning for individuals and businesses. She also represents clients before federal and state taxing authorities. Ms. Vaselaney is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and has been a member of the Steering Committee for AICPA’s National Advanced Estate Planning Conference since 2001.   Michael Sneeringer is a Partner in the Naples, Florida office of Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP, where his practice focuses on trust and estate planning, probate administration, asset protection planning, and tax law. He is an Executive Council member of the Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section of the Florida Bar and the Articles editor, Trust and Estate, for Probate & Property Magazine.

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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 2/24/2026
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Trust and Estate Planning for Family Businesses, Part 2

$65.00

Advance your family business planning expertise with sophisticated strategies addressing complex ownership structures, international considerations, and innovative wealth transfer techniques. This program builds on foundational concepts to tackle the most challenging aspects of multigenerational family business planning. Develop the specialized knowledge required to serve sophisticated family enterprises with complex business and personal wealth management needs.     Implement advanced valuation and gifting strategies for family limited partnerships and LLCs Address international tax considerations affecting multinational family business enterprises Navigate complex family employment and compensation issues within trust and estate planning Design innovative structures addressing next-generation liquidity needs while preserving business integrity   Speakers: Missia H. Vaselaney is a partner in the Cleveland office of Taft, Stettinius & Hollister, LLP, where her practice focuses on estate planning for individuals and businesses. She also represents clients before federal and state taxing authorities. Ms. Vaselaney is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and has been a member of the Steering Committee for AICPA’s National Advanced Estate Planning Conference since 2001.   Michael Sneeringer is a Partner in the Naples, Florida office of Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP, where his practice focuses on trust and estate planning, probate administration, asset protection planning, and tax law. He is an Executive Council member of the Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section of the Florida Bar and the Articles editor, Trust and Estate, for Probate & Property Magazine.

  • Teleseminar
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 2/24/2026
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AI and Digital Law Practice in Trust and Estate Planning

$65.00

Generative artificial intelligence – the ability of technology to generate creative works that mimic human intelligence – is a growing and potentially dominant reality across industry and the professions, including the legal professions.  The idea that software might someday supplant the role of lawyers in certain areas of practice has suddenly become reality with the advent of ChatGPT and other forms of generative AI.  This program will explore the forms of generative AI and their potential to supplant certain functions performed by lawyers or paralegals, but also how those tools can be harnessed by lawyers to aid their work.   History of Technology in the Law Practice What is AI? What Types of Issues are Present in a Digital Society? Considering how to handle innovative ideas versus tried and true planning Law Firms and Their Usage of AI/Technology   Speakers: Missia H. Vaselaney is a partner in the Cleveland office of Taft, Stettinius & Hollister, LLP, where her practice focuses on estate planning for individuals and businesses.  She also represents clients before federal and state taxing authorities.  Ms. Vaselaney is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and has been a member of the Steering Committee for AICPA’s National Advanced Estate Planning Conference since 2001.   Michael Sneeringer an attorney in the Naples, Florida office of Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP, where his practice focuses on trust and estate planning, probate administration, asset protection planning, and tax law. He has served as vice chair of the asset protection planning committee of the ABA’s Real Property, Trust and Estate Section and is an official reporter of the Heckerling Institute. 

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  • 3/8/2026
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2026 Trademark Update

$65.00

Stay current with the rapidly evolving trademark landscape as new precedents, USPTO policy changes, and international developments reshape brand protection strategies. This comprehensive program examines recent court decisions, regulatory updates, and emerging enforcement challenges that define modern trademark practice. Position your intellectual property practice at the forefront of trademark law's continuing evolution.   Analyze landmark Supreme Court and Federal Circuit decisions affecting trademark scope and enforcement Understand recent USPTO policy changes impacting application procedures and examination standards Navigate emerging challenges in digital trademark enforcement and online brand protection Address international trademark developments affecting global brand protection strategies   Speaker: Marc Bernstein is a partner in the Employment Law Department at Paul Hastings. Marc has a broad-based employment litigation practice, with a focus on litigation of trade secrets, covenants not to compete, unfair competition and related business tort claims. Marc litigates a wide range of employment matters, including wage and hour class actions, employment discrimination, wrongful discharge, breach of contract and ERISA litigation. Marc also has extensive experience counseling multinational financial services corporations. His experience includes over 14 years as associate general counsel at American International Group, Inc., where he headed the company’s Labor and Employment legal group and was the senior employment lawyer advising management regarding employment issues.

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  • 60
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  • 3/10/2026
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2026 Trademark Update

$65.00

Stay current with the rapidly evolving trademark landscape as new precedents, USPTO policy changes, and international developments reshape brand protection strategies. This comprehensive program examines recent court decisions, regulatory updates, and emerging enforcement challenges that define modern trademark practice. Position your intellectual property practice at the forefront of trademark law's continuing evolution.   Analyze landmark Supreme Court and Federal Circuit decisions affecting trademark scope and enforcement Understand recent USPTO policy changes impacting application procedures and examination standards Navigate emerging challenges in digital trademark enforcement and online brand protection Address international trademark developments affecting global brand protection strategies   Speaker: Marc Bernstein is a partner in the Employment Law Department at Paul Hastings. Marc has a broad-based employment litigation practice, with a focus on litigation of trade secrets, covenants not to compete, unfair competition and related business tort claims. Marc litigates a wide range of employment matters, including wage and hour class actions, employment discrimination, wrongful discharge, breach of contract and ERISA litigation. Marc also has extensive experience counseling multinational financial services corporations. His experience includes over 14 years as associate general counsel at American International Group, Inc., where he headed the company’s Labor and Employment legal group and was the senior employment lawyer advising management regarding employment issues.

  • Teleseminar
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 3/10/2026
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LIVE REPLAY: Healthcare Issues in Trust and Estate Planning, Part 1

$65.00

Health care considerations are increasingly critical in trust and estate planning, as clients navigate complex medical decisions, long-term care needs, and end-of-life planning. This two-part CLE program provides attorneys with essential tools to address health care issues in their clients' estate plans, from drafting key documents to understanding the intersection of health care laws and fiduciary duties. Gain practical insights to ensure your clients' medical and financial goals are met while staying compliant with the latest legal developments.   Part 1:  Explore the role of advanced health care directives in estate planning. Learn strategies for drafting durable powers of attorney for health care. Understand the legal responsibilities of health care agents and fiduciaries. Address the challenges of communicating end-of-life wishes with families and providers  Part 2: Navigate the legal and financial aspects of long-term care planning. Examine the impact of Medicaid and Medicare on estate planning strategies. Learn how to incorporate health care-related assets, such as HSAs, into estate plans. Address complex scenarios involving special needs trusts and elder care.   Speakers: Missia H. Vaselaney is a partner in the Cleveland office of Taft, Stettinius & Hollister, LLP, where her practice focuses on estate planning for individuals and businesses.  She also represents clients before federal and state taxing authorities.  Ms. Vaselaney is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and has been a member of the Steering Committee for AICPA’s National Advanced Estate Planning Conference since 2001.   Michael Sneeringer an attorney in the Naples, Florida office of Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP, where his practice focuses on trust and estate planning, probate administration, asset protection planning, and tax law. He has served as vice chair of the asset protection planning committee of the ABA’s Real Property, Trust and Estate Section and is an official reporter of the Heckerling Institute. 

  • Audio Webcast
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 3/12/2026
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LIVE REPLAY: Healthcare Issues in Trust and Estate Planning, Part 1

$65.00

Health care considerations are increasingly critical in trust and estate planning, as clients navigate complex medical decisions, long-term care needs, and end-of-life planning. This two-part CLE program provides attorneys with essential tools to address health care issues in their clients' estate plans, from drafting key documents to understanding the intersection of health care laws and fiduciary duties. Gain practical insights to ensure your clients' medical and financial goals are met while staying compliant with the latest legal developments.   Part 1:  Explore the role of advanced health care directives in estate planning. Learn strategies for drafting durable powers of attorney for health care. Understand the legal responsibilities of health care agents and fiduciaries. Address the challenges of communicating end-of-life wishes with families and providers  Part 2: Navigate the legal and financial aspects of long-term care planning. Examine the impact of Medicaid and Medicare on estate planning strategies. Learn how to incorporate health care-related assets, such as HSAs, into estate plans. Address complex scenarios involving special needs trusts and elder care.   Speakers: Missia H. Vaselaney is a partner in the Cleveland office of Taft, Stettinius & Hollister, LLP, where her practice focuses on estate planning for individuals and businesses.  She also represents clients before federal and state taxing authorities.  Ms. Vaselaney is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and has been a member of the Steering Committee for AICPA’s National Advanced Estate Planning Conference since 2001.   Michael Sneeringer an attorney in the Naples, Florida office of Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP, where his practice focuses on trust and estate planning, probate administration, asset protection planning, and tax law. He has served as vice chair of the asset protection planning committee of the ABA’s Real Property, Trust and Estate Section and is an official reporter of the Heckerling Institute. 

  • Teleseminar
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 3/12/2026
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LIVE REPLAY: Healthcare Issues in Trust and Estate Planning, Part 2

$65.00

Health care considerations are increasingly critical in trust and estate planning, as clients navigate complex medical decisions, long-term care needs, and end-of-life planning. This two-part CLE program provides attorneys with essential tools to address health care issues in their clients' estate plans, from drafting key documents to understanding the intersection of health care laws and fiduciary duties. Gain practical insights to ensure your clients' medical and financial goals are met while staying compliant with the latest legal developments.   Part 1:  Explore the role of advanced health care directives in estate planning. Learn strategies for drafting durable powers of attorney for health care. Understand the legal responsibilities of health care agents and fiduciaries. Address the challenges of communicating end-of-life wishes with families and providers  Part 2: Navigate the legal and financial aspects of long-term care planning. Examine the impact of Medicaid and Medicare on estate planning strategies. Learn how to incorporate health care-related assets, such as HSAs, into estate plans. Address complex scenarios involving special needs trusts and elder care.   Speakers: Missia H. Vaselaney is a partner in the Cleveland office of Taft, Stettinius & Hollister, LLP, where her practice focuses on estate planning for individuals and businesses.  She also represents clients before federal and state taxing authorities.  Ms. Vaselaney is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and has been a member of the Steering Committee for AICPA’s National Advanced Estate Planning Conference since 2001.   Michael Sneeringer an attorney in the Naples, Florida office of Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP, where his practice focuses on trust and estate planning, probate administration, asset protection planning, and tax law. He has served as vice chair of the asset protection planning committee of the ABA’s Real Property, Trust and Estate Section and is an official reporter of the Heckerling Institute. 

  • Audio Webcast
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 3/13/2026
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LIVE REPLAY: Healthcare Issues in Trust and Estate Planning, Part 2

$65.00

Health care considerations are increasingly critical in trust and estate planning, as clients navigate complex medical decisions, long-term care needs, and end-of-life planning. This two-part CLE program provides attorneys with essential tools to address health care issues in their clients' estate plans, from drafting key documents to understanding the intersection of health care laws and fiduciary duties. Gain practical insights to ensure your clients' medical and financial goals are met while staying compliant with the latest legal developments.   Part 1:  Explore the role of advanced health care directives in estate planning. Learn strategies for drafting durable powers of attorney for health care. Understand the legal responsibilities of health care agents and fiduciaries. Address the challenges of communicating end-of-life wishes with families and providers  Part 2: Navigate the legal and financial aspects of long-term care planning. Examine the impact of Medicaid and Medicare on estate planning strategies. Learn how to incorporate health care-related assets, such as HSAs, into estate plans. Address complex scenarios involving special needs trusts and elder care.   Speakers: Missia H. Vaselaney is a partner in the Cleveland office of Taft, Stettinius & Hollister, LLP, where her practice focuses on estate planning for individuals and businesses.  She also represents clients before federal and state taxing authorities.  Ms. Vaselaney is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and has been a member of the Steering Committee for AICPA’s National Advanced Estate Planning Conference since 2001.   Michael Sneeringer an attorney in the Naples, Florida office of Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP, where his practice focuses on trust and estate planning, probate administration, asset protection planning, and tax law. He has served as vice chair of the asset protection planning committee of the ABA’s Real Property, Trust and Estate Section and is an official reporter of the Heckerling Institute. 

  • Teleseminar
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  • 3/13/2026
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Special Issues in Small Trusts

$65.00

There are many more small trusts than large trusts and they pose special challenges for trust planners and administrators.  The fees paid to trustees and to investment professionals, together with ongoing reporting and fiduciary income tax compliance costs, can consume a substantial portion of the trust’s liquid assets or income.  There are also the challenges in the types of assets commonly held by small trusts. In other instances, trusts may cease to be practically and financially viable, and may need to be restructured or even terminated. This program will provide you with a practical guide to drafting, structuring and administering small trusts – and what to do when they cease to be viable entities.    Economics of small trusts – trustee compensation, reimbursement of expenses, investment fees Challenges of trust management of operating businesses and real estate Restructuring or terminating trusts that are no longer economically viable Custodial accounts and other alternatives to small trusts Choosing a trustee for a small trust versus a larger trust   Speaker: Victoria Bowling is an Associate at Midgett Preti Olansen concentrating in the areas of estate planning and administration. Ms. Bowling has experience crafting uniquely tailored estate plans for her clients and guiding them through the administration process. Ms. Bowling especially enjoys the educational aspect of estate planning, so her clients truly understand their documents and the estate administration process. She is admitted to practice law in Virginia and a member of the Virginia State Bar. Before attending law school, Ms. Bowling was a Deputy Clerk in the Virginia Beach Circuit Court and worked as a paralegal for a local family lawyer. 

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  • 3/16/2026
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Special Issues in Small Trusts

$65.00

Discover how traditional trust administration principles must be adapted when applied to smaller trust estates where administrative costs can quickly erode principal and beneficiary value. This specialized program addresses the unique challenges facing trustees and practitioners managing trusts with limited assets while maintaining fiduciary standards. Learn cost-effective strategies that preserve trust benefits without compromising professional responsibilities.   Implement cost-effective administration strategies that preserve trust assets for beneficiary distributions Navigate simplified reporting and accounting procedures appropriate for smaller trust estates Address family dynamics and beneficiary expectations in trusts with limited distribution capacity Understand when trust termination or modification becomes the most prudent administrative option   Speaker: John T. Midgett is a founder of Midgett & Preti PC in Virginia Beach, Virginia, where his practice focuses on estate planning, administration and taxation, elder law, and family business planning. He is a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, and the Duke University Estate Planning Council. He has lectured widely on topics relating to estate planning, taxation, probate, elder law, and family businesses. Mr. Midgett received his B.A. from the University of Virginia and his J.D. from the University of Richmond.

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  • 3/18/2026
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Special Issues in Small Trusts

$65.00

Discover how traditional trust administration principles must be adapted when applied to smaller trust estates where administrative costs can quickly erode principal and beneficiary value. This specialized program addresses the unique challenges facing trustees and practitioners managing trusts with limited assets while maintaining fiduciary standards. Learn cost-effective strategies that preserve trust benefits without compromising professional responsibilities.   Implement cost-effective administration strategies that preserve trust assets for beneficiary distributions Navigate simplified reporting and accounting procedures appropriate for smaller trust estates Address family dynamics and beneficiary expectations in trusts with limited distribution capacity Understand when trust termination or modification becomes the most prudent administrative option   Speaker: John T. Midgett is a founder of Midgett & Preti PC in Virginia Beach, Virginia, where his practice focuses on estate planning, administration and taxation, elder law, and family business planning. He is a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, and the Duke University Estate Planning Council. He has lectured widely on topics relating to estate planning, taxation, probate, elder law, and family businesses. Mr. Midgett received his B.A. from the University of Virginia and his J.D. from the University of Richmond.

  • Teleseminar
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  • 3/18/2026
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Charitable Giving Planning in Trusts and Estates, Part 1

$65.00

Charitable giving can be a major portion of clients’ trust estate planning and introduce substantial complexity. Charitable giving may be motivated less by a desire for tax savings and more by a desire to have an impact on a specific charity or a community.  Clients may also want to retain some measure of control during their lifetimes over the property they are donating and retain income from the property. Though there is a vast array of vehicles and planning techniques to achieve these goals, working through the alternatives is daunting.  This program will provide you with a practical guide to the range of charitable giving vehicles, planning techniques to achieve client goals, tax and non-tax tradeoffs, and integrating charitable giving with overall estate plans. Day 1: Charitable giving vehicles and techniques & advantages and disadvantages of each Integrating charitable giving into overall estate plans Use of Charitable Remainder Trusts and Charitable Lead Trusts to achieve client goals Donating life insurance policies and proceeds and related trust issues How to restructure restricted charitable gifts Tax pitfalls of charitable giving Post-mortem charitable giving techniques Day 2: Advantages and disadvantages of using private foundations, supporting organizations, and donor-advised funds Structuring funds to provide maximum flexibility to the endowment and satisfy donor demands for control Donating illiquid and difficult-to-value assets to charity – real estate, interests in closely held businesses, works of art Review of faith-based giving initiatives and related legal issues   Speakers:  Michael Lehmann is a partner in the New York office of Dechert, LLP, where he specializes in tax issues related to non-profits and in the tax treatment of cross-border transactions.  He advises hospitals and other health care providers, research organizations, low-income housing developers, trade associations, private foundations and arts organizations.  He advises clients on obtaining and maintaining tax-exempt status, executive compensation, reorganizations and joint ventures, acquisitions, and unrelated business income planning.   Daniel L. Daniels is a partner in the Greenwich, Connecticut office of Wiggin and Dana, LLP, where his practice focuses on representing business owners, corporate executives and other wealthy individuals and their families.  A Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, he is listed in “The Best Lawyers in America,” and has been named by “Worth” magazine as one of the Top 100 Lawyers in the United States representing affluent individuals. Mr. Daniels is co-author of a monthly column in “Trusts and Estates” magazine.  

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  • 4/5/2026
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Charitable Giving Planning in Trusts and Estates, Part 2

$65.00

Charitable giving can be a major portion of clients’ trust estate planning and introduce substantial complexity. Charitable giving may be motivated less by a desire for tax savings and more by a desire to have an impact on a specific charity or a community.  Clients may also want to retain some measure of control during their lifetimes over the property they are donating and retain income from the property. Though there is a vast array of vehicles and planning techniques to achieve these goals, working through the alternatives is daunting.  This program will provide you with a practical guide to the range of charitable giving vehicles, planning techniques to achieve client goals, tax and non-tax tradeoffs, and integrating charitable giving with overall estate plans. Day 1: Charitable giving vehicles and techniques & advantages and disadvantages of each Integrating charitable giving into overall estate plans Use of Charitable Remainder Trusts and Charitable Lead Trusts to achieve client goals Donating life insurance policies and proceeds and related trust issues How to restructure restricted charitable gifts Tax pitfalls of charitable giving Post-mortem charitable giving techniques Day 2: Advantages and disadvantages of using private foundations, supporting organizations, and donor-advised funds Structuring funds to provide maximum flexibility to the endowment and satisfy donor demands for control Donating illiquid and difficult-to-value assets to charity – real estate, interests in closely held businesses, works of art Review of faith-based giving initiatives and related legal issues   Speakers:  Michael Lehmann is a partner in the New York office of Dechert, LLP, where he specializes in tax issues related to non-profits and in the tax treatment of cross-border transactions.  He advises hospitals and other health care providers, research organizations, low-income housing developers, trade associations, private foundations and arts organizations.  He advises clients on obtaining and maintaining tax-exempt status, executive compensation, reorganizations and joint ventures, acquisitions, and unrelated business income planning.  Mr. Lehmann received his A.B., magna cum laude, from Brown University, his J.D. from Columbia Law School, and his LL.M. from New York University School of Law. Daniel L. Daniels is a partner in the Greenwich, Connecticut office of Wiggin and Dana, LLP, where his practice focuses on representing business owners, corporate executives and other wealthy individuals and their families.  A Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, he is listed in “The Best Lawyers in America,” and has been named by “Worth” magazine as one of the Top 100 Lawyers in the United States representing affluent individuals. Mr. Daniels is co-author of a monthly column in “Trusts and Estates” magazine.  Mr. Daniels received his A.B., summa cum laude, from Dartmouth College and received his J.D., with honors, from Harvard Law School.

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  • 4/6/2026
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Trust Administration Issues in Trust & Estate Planning, Part 1

$65.00

Master the fundamental principles of trust administration that transform well-drafted estate planning documents into effective wealth management and family protection tools. This comprehensive program addresses the essential administrative duties and practical challenges facing trustees in today's complex legal and financial environment. Build the foundational knowledge necessary for competent trust administration and fiduciary service.   Understand core fiduciary duties including loyalty, impartiality, and prudent administration standards Navigate investment management responsibilities and modern portfolio theory applications in trust administration Address beneficiary communication requirements and family dynamics in trust relationships Implement effective record-keeping and accounting systems that satisfy legal and practical requirements   Speaker: Jeremiah W. Doyle, IV is senior vice president in the Boston office of BNY Mellon Wealth Management, where he provides integrated wealth management advice to high net worth individuals on holding, managing and transferring wealth in a tax-efficient manner. He is the editor and co-author of “Preparing Fiduciary Income Tax Returns,” a contributing author of Preparing Estate Tax Returns, and a contributing author of “Understanding and Using Trusts,” all published by Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education. Mr. Doyle received his B.S. from Providence College, his J.D. form Hamline University Law School, and his LL.M. in banking from Boston University Law School.

  • Audio Webcast
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  • 60
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  • 4/8/2026
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Trust Administration Issues in Trust & Estate Planning, Part 1

$65.00

Master the fundamental principles of trust administration that transform well-drafted estate planning documents into effective wealth management and family protection tools. This comprehensive program addresses the essential administrative duties and practical challenges facing trustees in today's complex legal and financial environment. Build the foundational knowledge necessary for competent trust administration and fiduciary service.   Understand core fiduciary duties including loyalty, impartiality, and prudent administration standards Navigate investment management responsibilities and modern portfolio theory applications in trust administration Address beneficiary communication requirements and family dynamics in trust relationships Implement effective record-keeping and accounting systems that satisfy legal and practical requirements   Speaker: Jeremiah W. Doyle, IV is senior vice president in the Boston office of BNY Mellon Wealth Management, where he provides integrated wealth management advice to high net worth individuals on holding, managing and transferring wealth in a tax-efficient manner. He is the editor and co-author of “Preparing Fiduciary Income Tax Returns,” a contributing author of Preparing Estate Tax Returns, and a contributing author of “Understanding and Using Trusts,” all published by Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education. Mr. Doyle received his B.S. from Providence College, his J.D. form Hamline University Law School, and his LL.M. in banking from Boston University Law School.

  • Teleseminar
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 4/8/2026
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Trust Administration Issues in Trust & Estate Planning, Part 2

$65.00

Advance your trust administration expertise with sophisticated strategies for complex administrative challenges and specialized trust structures. This program builds on foundational concepts to address discretionary distribution decisions, trust modifications, and advanced planning techniques. Develop the specialized knowledge required to handle the most challenging aspects of modern trust administration practice.     Master discretionary distribution standards and beneficiary advocacy in complex family situations Navigate trust modification and termination procedures including judicial and non-judicial options Address tax considerations affecting trust administration including income tax planning and reporting Handle specialized trust types including charitable trusts, special needs trusts, and dynasty planning structures   Speaker: Jeremiah W. Doyle, IV is senior vice president in the Boston office of BNY Mellon Wealth Management, where he provides integrated wealth management advice to high net worth individuals on holding, managing and transferring wealth in a tax-efficient manner. He is the editor and co-author of “Preparing Fiduciary Income Tax Returns,” a contributing author of Preparing Estate Tax Returns, and a contributing author of “Understanding and Using Trusts,” all published by Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education. Mr. Doyle received his B.S. from Providence College, his J.D. form Hamline University Law School, and his LL.M. in banking from Boston University Law School.

  • Audio Webcast
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 4/9/2026
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Trust Administration Issues in Trust & Estate Planning, Part 2

$65.00

Advance your trust administration expertise with sophisticated strategies for complex administrative challenges and specialized trust structures. This program builds on foundational concepts to address discretionary distribution decisions, trust modifications, and advanced planning techniques. Develop the specialized knowledge required to handle the most challenging aspects of modern trust administration practice.     Master discretionary distribution standards and beneficiary advocacy in complex family situations Navigate trust modification and termination procedures including judicial and non-judicial options Address tax considerations affecting trust administration including income tax planning and reporting Handle specialized trust types including charitable trusts, special needs trusts, and dynasty planning structures   Speaker: Jeremiah W. Doyle, IV is senior vice president in the Boston office of BNY Mellon Wealth Management, where he provides integrated wealth management advice to high net worth individuals on holding, managing and transferring wealth in a tax-efficient manner. He is the editor and co-author of “Preparing Fiduciary Income Tax Returns,” a contributing author of Preparing Estate Tax Returns, and a contributing author of “Understanding and Using Trusts,” all published by Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education. Mr. Doyle received his B.S. from Providence College, his J.D. form Hamline University Law School, and his LL.M. in banking from Boston University Law School.

  • Teleseminar
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 4/9/2026
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LIVE REPLAY: Generational Wealth: Trust and Estate Planning to Preserve Family Businesses, Part 1

$65.00

Most successful businesses are owned by one or more families.  Because they are family owned, these companies create many special planning challenges.  Ownership and control do not shift among non-owner managers. Rather, succession in ownership and management is a momentous and often highly emotional process for members of the family.  Frequently, these transitions are caused by the retirement or death of members of a family member.  And these transitions, if not carefully planned and delicately handled, can be ruinous, damaging the family and their company.  This program will provide you a practical framework of trust and estate planning and succession planning for family businesses.    Day 1: Succession planning in family businesses Counseling clients on how to avoid family drama on succession Valuation issues for financial and tax purposes Buy-sell planning with family members or key employees Selling to third parties where intra-family succession is not possible Planning for the incapacity of the founding generation   Day 2: Life insurance trust planning – or as a compensating asset to certain heirs Structuring private annuities to transfer a business and provide income to founders Self-cancelling installments notes and intentionally defective irrevocable trusts Use of GRATS and “redemptive freezes”   Speaker: Daniel L. Daniels is a partner in the Greenwich, Connecticut office of Wiggin and Dana, LLP, where his practice focuses on representing business owners, corporate executives and other wealthy individuals and their families.  A Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, he is listed in “The Best Lawyers in America,” and has been named by “Worth” magazine as one of the Top 100 Lawyers in the United States representing affluent individuals. Mr. Daniels is co-author of a monthly column in “Trusts and Estates” magazine.   Michael Clear is the Chair of our Private Client Services Department where he leads our group of over 30 lawyers and allied professionals. As a Partner in the firm’s Private Client Services Department, Michael regularly counsels clients on the far-reaching financial implications of estate planning, estate and trust administration, probate litigation, and business succession planning.  Michael’s estate planning practice includes assisting individuals and families in tax-efficient and practical estate and gift planning, including the preparation of wills, revocable living trusts, insurance trusts, and entities to own special family assets such as vacation homes and collections.

  • Audio Webcast
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 4/16/2026
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LIVE REPLAY: Generational Wealth: Trust and Estate Planning to Preserve Family Businesses, Part 1

$65.00

Most successful businesses are owned by one or more families.  Because they are family owned, these companies create many special planning challenges.  Ownership and control do not shift among non-owner managers. Rather, succession in ownership and management is a momentous and often highly emotional process for members of the family.  Frequently, these transitions are caused by the retirement or death of members of a family member.  And these transitions, if not carefully planned and delicately handled, can be ruinous, damaging the family and their company.  This program will provide you a practical framework of trust and estate planning and succession planning for family businesses.    Day 1: Succession planning in family businesses Counseling clients on how to avoid family drama on succession Valuation issues for financial and tax purposes Buy-sell planning with family members or key employees Selling to third parties where intra-family succession is not possible Planning for the incapacity of the founding generation   Day 2: Life insurance trust planning – or as a compensating asset to certain heirs Structuring private annuities to transfer a business and provide income to founders Self-cancelling installments notes and intentionally defective irrevocable trusts Use of GRATS and “redemptive freezes”   Speaker: Daniel L. Daniels is a partner in the Greenwich, Connecticut office of Wiggin and Dana, LLP, where his practice focuses on representing business owners, corporate executives and other wealthy individuals and their families.  A Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, he is listed in “The Best Lawyers in America,” and has been named by “Worth” magazine as one of the Top 100 Lawyers in the United States representing affluent individuals. Mr. Daniels is co-author of a monthly column in “Trusts and Estates” magazine.   Michael Clear is the Chair of our Private Client Services Department where he leads our group of over 30 lawyers and allied professionals. As a Partner in the firm’s Private Client Services Department, Michael regularly counsels clients on the far-reaching financial implications of estate planning, estate and trust administration, probate litigation, and business succession planning.  Michael’s estate planning practice includes assisting individuals and families in tax-efficient and practical estate and gift planning, including the preparation of wills, revocable living trusts, insurance trusts, and entities to own special family assets such as vacation homes and collections.

  • Teleseminar
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 4/16/2026
    Presented
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