ACTEC Trust and Estate Talk is a free weekly podcast series. The series offers wealth planning professionals' best practice advice, insights, and commentary on subjects that affect the profession and clients. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC) is a national association of approximately 2,400 peer-elected lawyers and law professors from across the United States and abroad with expertise in estate planning, probate and trust administration.
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What would a law firm built by the founders of Disney, Four Seasons, Amazon, and Zappos look like? Lawyers (and other professionals) aren't in the same "service" industry as those companies, but that doesn't mean we can't benefit from employing their rigorous service mindsets. We give you inspiration and tactics to smooth out your processes, bolster your reputation, and increase your revenue - every episode of Five Star Counsel has actionable tips for you to build the firm that clients rave ...
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Independent Contractor vs. Employee: In Tax vs. Labor Law
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Exploring key distinctions in tax and labor law when classifying workers as independent contractors or employees, focusing on FLSA, IRS, and ERISA guidelines. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers profe…
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Inserting Photos in Wills to Clarify Specific Gifts
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A law professor outlines using photos in wills to identify specific gifts, possible legal challenges, and best practices for estate planning. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers professionals best pra…
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A Life Insurance-Funded Redemption Agreement Gone Bad
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The risks of life insurance-funded redemption agreements, the Connolly v. US case, and safer alternatives like cross-purchase agreements, and life insurance LLCs. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers p…
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Owner’s Liability Following a Minor’s Golf Cart Accident
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Understand the risks of owning a golf cart, especially if minors are allowed to drive, and how to protect clients’ assets from accidents and lawsuits. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers professionals…
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Lessons from Huffman v. Commissioner, when a son exercised an option to purchase stock from his parents, ignoring a buy-sell agreement in the family business. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers profe…
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Caution for Divorcing Spouses Who Are Trust Beneficiaries
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Takeaways from the 2023 Massachusetts divorce case, Jones v. Jones, for parents who support their married children may diminish trust assets in a divorce. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers professio…
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A T&E expert reviews CCA 202352018's true scope, how it affects designing trusts when drafting, and some considerations when modifying trusts. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers professionals best pr…
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An overview for professionals advising clients about leaving IRA assets to beneficiaries that have not reached majority, such as minors and young adults. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers profession…
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Self-Employment Tax: Tax Court Curtails Limited Partner Exclusion
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Strategies for limited partnerships and S corporations to minimize self-employment tax and net investment income tax following a 2023 tax court decision. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers profession…
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Restricted Charitable Gifts: Practical Suggestions
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Estate planners share legal considerations, strategies and advice for donors and charities to address restricted charitable gifts, UPMIFA, and UTC states. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers professio…
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Addressing Incomplete or Lost Records During Fiduciary Administration
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A discussion on fiduciary record-keeping, covering best practices, legal implications, and strategies for addressing incomplete or lost trust and estate records. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers pr…
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Fiduciary Income Tax Planning of Distributions In-Kind and Specific Bequests
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An overview for fiduciaries when distributing property to a beneficiary, in cash or in-kind, and the tax considerations, consequences and planning strategies. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers profe…
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A discussion by estate planning litigators of what trustees need to know when problems arise with the exercise of powers of appointment, important tool in the estate planning attorney's toolbox box. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and ar…
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Details for tax planners regarding the requirements for an estate to qualify for an income tax charitable deduction under IRS Code Section 642(c). The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers professionals bes…
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An attorney discusses the April 23rd, 2024, Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ruling on noncompete agreements and how to advise business owners and clients. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers profession…
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The NextGen Bar Exam Threat to Wills and Trusts
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ACTEC shares concerns about NCBE removal of wills & trusts from the NextGen Bar Exam and the impact on families, businesses, seniors, and generational wealth. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers profe…
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The practical implications of ABA Formal Opinion 511, which highlights ethical concerns about requesting advice from colleagues on a client matter. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers professionals be…
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The Virtues of Estate Planning & Estate Planners Part 3 of 3: Essential Virtues of the Estate Planning Professional
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Turney Berry concludes his lecture with the importance of mentorship, community engagement, and diversity in thought and professional organizations. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers professionals b…
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The Virtues of Estate Planning & Estate Planners Part 2 of 3: Estate Planning’s Role in Civilization
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In part 2 of Turney Berry’s lecture, he discusses the importance of estate planning in civilization and why diversity of experience is critical to the profession. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers p…
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The Virtues of Estate Planning & Estate Planners Part 1 of 3: Estate Planning—A Job or a Calling?
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A trust and estate lawyer ponders whether estate planning is more than the orderly transmission of wealth in all forms among the generations or something more. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers prof…
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The Virtues of Estate Planning & Estate Planners: Overview
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ACTEC Fellow Turney Berry offers an overview on his lecture on estate planning's critical role in civilization and the importance of diverse perspectives. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers professio…
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Impact of the End of the COVID Public Health Emergency on Medicaid Renewals
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Practical information for professionals explaining the connection between the COVID Public Health Emergency Declaration, Medicaid, and Special Needs Trusts. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers profess…
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Estate planner discusses evolving novel claims in trust and estate law, highlighting 7 main claims, including pre-death will contests and tortious interference. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers pro…
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Planning Ahead for the Sunsetting of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Exemptions
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Estate planners discuss strategies anticipating the 2025 sunset of the TCJA exemptions, highlighting flexible trusts, spousal trusts, and valuation clauses. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers profess…
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Explore hot topics in estate planning for 2024 with expert as he delves into CCA 202352018, grantor trusts, gift tax implications, and QTIPs. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers professionals best pra…
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Tips Regarding Fiduciary Disputes and Estate Planning
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An estate planning attorney examines fiduciary disputes in estate planning through case studies, highlighting lessons learned for litigators and planners. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers professio…
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Law professors discuss the evolving landscape of undue influence in estate law, analyzing economic dynamics, legislative changes, and empirical findings. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers profession…
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Government Regulation of Artificial Intelligence
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Rapid growth of AI demands government regulation to safeguard against misuse of private data. Global efforts are underway to address this critical issue. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers profession…
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AI-Related Practice Management Considerations for Law Firms
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A discussion for law firms about how to incorporate AI in their practice management, including staff considerations, the “billable hour,” and more. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers professionals be…
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The Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence in Trust & Estate Law
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A law professor offers insights into the risks, rewards, duties and ethical considerations of lawyers using AI in their T&E practices. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers professionals best practice a…
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What Is Artificial Intelligence and the Impact on T&E Law in 2024 and Beyond?
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A primer on the types and uses of AI, then a deeper dive into the impact on trust and estate law from types to applications to ethical considerations. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers professionals…
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The IRS Ruling on Modifying a Grantor Trust
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Explore the gift tax implications for trust beneficiaries modifying grantor trusts in IRS CCA 202352018, with nuanced analysis and estate planning insights. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers profess…
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The New Normal for Charitable Tax Planning
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Exploring crucial aspects of charitable tax planning: contemporaneous written acknowledgments, qualified appraisals, and anticipatory assignment of income. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers professi…
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A law professor discusses updates in ante-mortem probate, aka pre-mortem probate, exploring benefits, risks, and state procedures in the evolving legal terrain. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers pro…
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Tips for Preparing a Federal Estate Tax Return
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An estate expert offers tips to professionals preparing a Federal Estate Tax Return, form 706, such as adjustable taxable gifts, real property, and more. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers profession…
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Expert trust and estate advice and insights regarding restrictions for charitable gifts, managing donor intent, and the institution’s considerations. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers professionals …
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Exploring conflicts of interest in trust and estate litigation, from joint representations to multi-generational complexities, navigating ethical challenges. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers profes…
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A Trustee's Duty to Minimize State Income Tax
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Navigating a trustee’s duty to minimize state income taxes entails legal, practical, and moral considerations, ensuring fiduciary obligations are met. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers professionals…
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Navigating Unique Issues in the Settlement of Trust and Estate Disputes
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A trust and estate expert offers guidance and explores the complexities of settling trust & estate disputes, from representing unrepresented parties to recent legal cases. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series…
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Tips for Dealing With and Drafting for Clients With Diminished Capacity
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Legal experts offer recommendations for estate planners when handling clients with diminishing capacity, including ethical considerations, POAs, trust planning, and more. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series …
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Practical Considerations in Dealing with Incapacity
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Estate planners discuss avoiding adult guardianships, assessing capacity, transitioning trustees, and addressing challenges in planning and litigation. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers professional…
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Considerations for the Two Weeks Following Death
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Practical expert guidance on estate planning for the two-week post-death period, including burial directives and laws, probate venue issues, and not rushing. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers profes…
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Deathbed Planning for the Two Weeks Prior to Death
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Expert estate legal guidance on the two weeks before a client's death: from information gathering to tax considerations, probate avoidance, and gifting. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers professiona…
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AI and Trust and Estate Law: The Future Is Here to Stay
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A law professor explores the transformative impact of AI in trust and estate Law, delving into ethics, challenges, tips, and trends shaping legal practices. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers profess…
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The Opportunity Zones Transparency, Extension, and Improvement Act
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An overview of the Opportunity Zones Transparency Extension and Improvement Act, bipartisan legislation (HR 5761) in the U.S. House of Representatives. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers professional…
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Interacting With Clients and Beneficiaries When Determining Incapacity
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Exploring complexities in estate planning for incapacitated clients and beneficiaries, client communication, trust administration, and drafting considerations. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers prof…
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Steps a Lawyer Can Take to Identify, Understand, and Deal With a Client With Diminishing Capacity
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Exploring legal responsibilities in identifying and managing a client with diminishing capacity, from cognitive decline to ethical considerations in legal practice. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers…
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Professional Responsibility Rules When Dealing With Clients Who Have Diminished Capacity
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A law professor explores the legal ethics of representing clients with diminishing capacity and reviews the ins and outs of the ABA’s Model Rule 1.14 and ACTEC’s Model Rules of Professional Conduct on the topic. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United …
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Conflicts that Arise After Retention of a Client
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Estate planning attorneys delve into examples of ethical dilemmas in client confidentiality amidst conflicts, exploring the legal cases and responsibilities. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers profes…
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The Hoensheid Case and the Assignment of Business Income for a Sale
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A review of the Tax Court's decision In the Hoensheild case on how a business's income assignment may be treated during the sale of a company and legal nuances. The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, ACTEC, is a professional society of peer-elected trust and estate lawyers in the United States and around the globe. This series offers pro…
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