Best Probatelaw Podcasts (2024)

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The Ethics of Posting to Listservs 13:50

2h ago13:50

13:50

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 NextGen Bar Exam Threat to Wills and Trusts 13:33

7d ago13:33

13:33

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 Virtues of Estate Planning & Estate Planners Part 3 of 3: Essential Virtues of the Estate Planning Professional 24:26

4d ago24:26

24:26

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 23:21

11d ago23:21

23:21

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? 16:39

19d ago16:39

16:39

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 9:24

25d ago9:24

9:24

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 10:18

1M ago10:18

10:18

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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Deadly Claims in Trust and Estate Law 9:59

1M ago9:59

9:59

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 14:38

2M ago14:38

14:38

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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Estate Planning in 2024 | 300th Podcast! 9:49

2M ago9:49

9:49

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 12:54

2M ago12:54

12:54

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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The New Undue Influence 9:50

2M ago9:50

9:50

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 8:50

2M ago8:50

8:50

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 9:59

3M ago9:59

9:59

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 11:29

3M ago11:29

11:29

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? 19:56

3M ago19:56

19:56

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 15:41

4M ago15:41

15:41

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 11:56

4M ago11:56

11:56

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 Discussion of Ante-Mortem Probate 8:02

4M ago8:02

8:02

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 10:26

4M ago10:26

10:26

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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Client Restrictions on Charitable Gifts 9:16

4M ago9:16

9:16

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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Conflicts of Interest in T&E Litigation 11:08

5M ago11:08

11:08

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 13:25

5M ago13:25

13:25

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 12:21

5M ago12:21

12:21

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 13:50

5M ago13:50

13:50

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 14:20

6M ago14:20

14:20

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 9:58

6M ago9:58

9:58

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 9:48

6M ago9:48

9:48

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 12:40

6M ago12:40

12:40

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 10:51

6M ago10:51

10:51

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 12:24

7M ago12:24

12:24

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 13:11

7M ago13:11

13:11

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 12:14

7M ago12:14

12:14

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 10:31

8M ago10:31

10:31

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 9:58

8M ago9:58

9:58

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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Power Tools for Choice of Law on Trust Validity 13:19

8M ago13:19

13:19

Exploring choice of law challenges in trust validity, including issues arising from powers of appointment, with insights from legal experts. 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 prac…

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The Ethics and Future of Practicing Law Remotely 14:30

9M ago14:30

14:30

Estate planning lawyers share their best tips for practicing law remotely, ethical duties, work trends and tips post-COVID, with 87% of lawyers now working remotely. 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 offer…

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Surprising Tax on Distributions From a Partnership 8:52

9M ago8:52

8:52

Explanation of the Tax Court's ruling in Clark Raymond & Co. v. Comm'r and their book of business distributions after the termination of a partnership. 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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US Estate Tax Tips for Non-US Persons and Their Advisors 18:48

9M ago18:48

18:48

In this valuable discussion, learn about U.S. estate tax for non-U.S. persons, filing requirements, taxable assets, transfer certificates, and treaty benefits. 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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Drafting with Consideration of Foreign Trust Registration 11:42

9M ago11:42

11:42

An estate planning expert explains the complexities of US trustees dealing with foreign trust registration, the Corporate Transparency Act, and drafting 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…

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The IRS is Here to Help: How Does That Happen? 17:02

10M ago17:02

17:02

T&E experts offer recommendations regarding IRS guidance: Private Letter Rulings (PLRs), Technical Advice Memorandums (TAMs), and Chief Counsel Advice (CCAs). 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 Dangers of Deferring Estate Tax 8:28

10M ago8:28

8:28

Explore the risks of deferring estate tax, including secret IRS liens, credit implications, and alternatives with insights from ACTEC experts. 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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Impact of the Connelly v. United States Decision 16:21

10M ago16:21

16:21

An estate planning attorney discusses the implications of Connelly v. US, buy-sell agreement, valuation of life insurance proceeds, Section 2703, 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 professi…

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A New Decision on Adequate Disclosure of Gifts 11:17

10M ago11:17

11:17

Understand the taxpayer victory and tax court decision in Schlapfer v. Comm'r that strict compliance with adequate disclosure regulations may not be necessary. 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 Intersection of Well-Being and Trust Planning 8:30

10M ago8:30

8:30

T&E practitioners are introducing Well-Being theory into estate planning by encouraging clients to add Well-Being provisions into the drafting process. 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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Practical Considerations in Representing the (Un)Happily Married (Pt. 3 of 3) 23:23

11M ago23:23

23:23

An estate lawyer discusses tax traps, creative planning techniques, and practice tips for situations when trusts may be on the divorce balance sheet. Pt. 3 of 3 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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Practical Considerations in Representing the (Un)Happily Married (Pt. 2 of 3) 13:43

11M ago13:43

13:43

An estate lawyer shares how to analyze if trust assets might be on the table in divorce and how to review the history of the trust administration. Pt. 2 of 3 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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Practical Considerations in Representing the (Un)Happily Married (Pt. 1 of 3) 13:31

11M ago13:31

13:31

An estate lawyer offers eight questions to ask clients about trust assets to see what is vulnerable in divorce in Part 1 of 3 of this topic. 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 prac…

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Considerations for Nonprofits in Accepting Crypto Donations 11:34

11M ago11:34

11:34

Estate planning and banking investment professionals explain what nonprofits need to understand before accepting donations of cryptocurrency, crypto. 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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Best Practices for Virtual Court and Legal Proceedings 15:55

12M ago15:55

15:55

A litigation expert offers best practices for virtual hearings, online legal proceedings and guidance for navigating this relatively new environment. 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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