Best Dana Llp S Erin Nicholls Podcasts (2024)

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The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Equity: Structuring for Success: Part 2 22:59

12m ago22:59

22:59

On this episode, Partners Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear continue their conversation with Wiggin and Dana Partner Jack Sousa, on entrepreneurship, equity, and entity structuring. They dive deep into the entrepreneur's guide to equity, employee stock options, and the strategic importance of early legal advice, with particularly valuable insights on…

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Launching “Future Focused: Private Wealth Insights” 4:36

12d ago4:36

4:36

In the latest podcast episode, host Michael Clear introduces the “Future Focused: Private Wealth Insights” blog, a platform designed to help optimize and protect your financial future. Explore domestic and international estate planning strategies, tax optimization, and more, with regularly updated content to keep you informed about the latest trend…

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The Entrepreneur's Guide to Equity: Structuring for Success 22:39

27d ago22:39

22:39

Discover the intersection between founding ventures and estate planning on today’s episode of Future Focused. Wiggin and Dana Partner Jack Sousa, a founder of wiggin(x) and co-chair of our Emerging Company and Venture Capital Group sits down with Partners Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear and offers invaluable insights into the client experience on W…

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A Guide for Business Owners: Navigating the Complexities of Estate Planning 15:46

2M ago15:46

15:46

Business owners have their own set of challenges to address when considering estate planning strategies, including family concerns, personal concerns and operation of the business itself. On this episode, Partner Michael Clear supplies a roadmap of estate planning options for business owners that seek to address these challenges. He reviews the thr…

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The CTA is Here to Stay: Reporting Requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act 22:17

4M ago22:17

22:17

On this episode, Partners Michael Clear and Erin Nicholls review the requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) now in effect. They discuss what exemptions available to entities, who the beneficial owners are, when to file reports, and other insights into what is needed to comply with the CTA. Be sure to tune into this episode and re…

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Teaching the Value of the Dollar: Guest Tom Henske Makes Total Cents 29:23

4M ago29:23

29:23

Do your children think money grows on trees? Do they understand the value of a dollar? On this week’s episode, Partner Michael Clear sits down with Tom Henske, author of It Makes Total Cents, which gives parents tools to have an honest conversation with their kids about the value of money and the importance of starting the conversation at a young a…

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Lessons Learned with Larry Lipoff: Live From the 58th Annual Heckerling Institute on Estate Planning Conference 18:10

5M ago18:10

18:10

On this episode, Partner Michael Clear sits down with Larry Lipoff, CPA, TEP, CEBS, who is a Director in CohnReznick’s Trusts and Estates Practice, to discuss the key takeaways from the 58th Annual Heckerling Institute on Estate Planning Conference. They dive into topics such as the “Rockefeller Waterfall,” planning with fluctuating interest rates,…

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Life Insurance and Trust Planning: Insights from Special Guest Sarah Moore 10:10

5M ago10:10

10:10

Life insurance can be a valuable estate planning tool for generational wealth planning, creating liquidity and time diversification. On this week’s episode, Michael Clear and special guest Sarah Moore, Director of Advisor Relations at the Coyle Company, a firm that handles estate planning and business planning matters, discuss the importance of rev…

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A Closer Look at Conservatorships: What You Should Know 19:04

6M ago19:04

19:04

The role of a conservator is often misunderstood and recent headlines about celebrity conservatorships tend to paint conservatorships in a negative light. However, in this episode, Hosts Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear, provide context to understanding the differences between conservatorship of the person and of the estate, voluntary and involuntar…

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Sun, Sand, and State Residency: Navigating Florida’s Domicile Rules 20:37

6M ago20:37

20:37

With so many people fleeing their northern home states and heading south for a sunnier lifestyle, it’s more important than ever to understand the process of changing domicile and residence. On this week’s episode, Partner Michael Clear travels to sunny Florida and chats with Florida-based Partner Veronica Bauer on the necessary “checklist” to decla…

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Estate Planning in 2024: Opportunities and Challenges Ahead 13:58

7M ago13:58

13:58

Ready to kick off the New Year and make good on all those estate planning resolutions? On this first episode of 2024, Partners Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear highlight the estate planning opportunities resulting from changes in estate, gift and generation-skipping tax exemptions and discuss why 2024 is a good year to consider making big gifts befo…

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2023 Year in Review - Future Focused: Sophisticated Estate Planning 13:06

7M ago13:06

13:06

As we wrap up 2023, let us take a look back at some of the important estate planning topics that were discussed throughout the year. Our Partners Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear and their distinguished guests shared their expertise on a wide range of subjects, including Using Trusts for Your Beneficiaries, SLATs, Estate Planning and Digital Assets,…

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And Just Like That, 2023 is Over: Preparing for 2024 9:15

8M ago9:15

9:15

As 2023 draws to a close, we gear up for a busy holiday season and start planning for 2024 (#FutureFocused). On this week’s episode, Partners Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear highlight a few things that clients and advisors should focus on as we near the end of the year, including putting the finishing touches on estate plans, making annual exclusio…

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Prenuptial Agreements: Safeguarding Your Family’s Financial Future 20:47

8M ago20:47

20:47

On this episode of “Future Focused: Sophisticated Estate Planning,” Partners Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear sit down with Partner Helen Heintz to discuss the intricacies of prenuptial agreements. From the nuances of defining separate and marital property to navigating potential pitfalls, they review the complexities and importance of prenups in pr…

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Purr-fectly Prepared: Estate Planning for Pets 14:13

10M ago14:13

14:13

For many, pets are part of their family like any other family member, sometimes more so. That said, who cares for your pets after your death, and what money can be set aside for their support? Questions like these are addressed on this episode of “Future Focused: Sophisticated Estate Planning,” where Partners Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear discuss…

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Home Sweet Loan: Helping Loved Ones Buy a Home 13:31

10M ago13:31

13:31

For many potential home buyers, purchasing a home can be daunting, especially in today’s housing market. It is often a huge financial burden, and many will need some assistance to close the deal. On this episode of “Future Focused: Sophisticated Estate Planning,” Partners Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear discuss several available options to assist w…

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The Corporate Transparency Act: Navigating Reporting and Compliance 34:10

10M ago34:10

34:10

There has been a longstanding effort globally and a lot of pressure on the United States to implement some sort of registry on a federal level for ownership of small and mid-sized entities. On today’s episode of “Future Focused, Sophisticated Estate Planning,” Partners Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear chat with Partner Carolyn Reers about the Corpor…

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From Cradle to College: Strategies for Funding Educational Expenses 24:53

11M ago24:53

24:53

Funding education at any level can be a large expense and may require a lot of advanced planning. In this episode of "Future Focused: Sophisticated Estate Planning," hosts Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear discuss key strategies for funding educational expenses. They explore various options, including the direct payment of tuition, 529 educational fu…

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Trustee Troubles: A Beneficiary’s Guide to Trustee Removal 15:12

1y ago15:12

15:12

Trustees behaving badly? In this episode of "Future Focused," hosts Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear discuss trusts and mechanisms available for a trust beneficiary to remove a trustee. From understanding the roles of trustees and educating beneficiaries to exploring communication breakdowns, compromise options, and even judicial routes, Michael and…

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Private Foundations 101: Annual Administrative Requirements 16:22

1y ago16:22

16:22

In this episode of “Future Focused,” Partners Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear discuss the operation of family foundations as a wealth planning strategy. They highlight the trade-offs between donor advised funds and private foundations, focusing on the annual requirements of private foundations. They cover topics such as federal reporting, the 5% mi…

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The Estate Plan Audit: Addressing Changes in Assets, Relationships and Taxes 23:30

1y ago23:30

23:30

In an ever-evolving landscape, it's crucial to audit an estate plan and ensure it keeps pace with your life. On this episode, Partners Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear dive into the importance of revisiting your estate plan, examining the impact of changes in asset levels, evolving inter-personal relationships, relocating to a new state, and changes…

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Life After Leaving the Nest: Key Estate Planning Considerations for High School Grads 12:19

1y ago12:19

12:19

With summer swiftly approaching, many families will be celebrating high school graduations and making plans to send those children off to college. But many are not prepared for the reality that parents lose their ability to access health and financial information related to their children after those children become young adults. Parents, therefore…

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Location, Location, Location: Benefits of Jurisdiction Selection in Trust Planning 17:22

1y ago17:22

17:22

On this episode, join Partners Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear as they dive into a discussion on jurisdiction selection in the context of advanced planning strategies. What does it mean to select a jurisdiction when establishing a trust, and what benefits are available when considering one jurisdiction over another? Erin and Michael address these q…

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Beyond the Documents: How to Include Family Members in an Estate Planning Conversation 31:13

1y ago31:13

31:13

On this episode, join Partners Dan Daniels and Michael Clear as they discuss the importance of educating the next generation on an estate planning matters. From the protection of assets in cases of divorce or litigation, to aligning a child’s assumptions with reality, you will gain insight on how best to structure a family meeting and facilitate a …

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Fixing my Irrevocable Trust: Decanting 31:50

1+ y ago31:50

31:50

On this episode, join Partners Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear as they discuss mechanisms we have at our disposal to “fix” an irrevocable trust. The use of decanting, which is traditionally thought of as moving all the assets of one trust to a new trust, is one such mechanism. With the adoption of the Uniform Trust Code in the majority of US States…

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Key Considerations with Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax 16:48

1+ y ago16:48

16:48

On this episode, join Partners Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear as they discuss key considerations when addressing Generation-Skipping Transfer (GST) Tax. With a particular focus on interesting planning opportunities and things to look out for when addressing GST tax. Erin and Michael emphasize the importance of thinking strategically about GST tax …

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Estate Planning for Digital Assets 19:17

1+ y ago19:17

19:17

On this episode, join Partners Michael Clear and Vanessa Maczko as they discuss estate planning considerations for digital assets, which often require special attention when compared to more traditional assets, like real property and marketable securities. For example, sentimental digital assets (such as social media accounts, email, photos on your…

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Legacy Assets in Estate Planning 17:42

1+ y ago17:42

17:42

In this episode, Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear discuss strategies for preserving family legacy assets across generations. With a particular focus on the management and division of interests in real property, such as family compounds and homesteads, Erin and Michael discuss considerations related to carrying costs, ownership structures, bloodline …

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SLATs: are two too good to be true? 21:17

1+ y ago21:17

21:17

Discussing Spousal Lifetime Access Trusts and strategies for using them for each spouse.By Wiggin and Dana, LLP's Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear

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SLATs and Gifting 22:43

1+ y ago22:43

22:43

Discussing Spousal Lifetime Access Trusts (SLATs) and how they can be a great idea for clients considering making a large gift.By Wiggin and Dana, LLP's Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear

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Using trusts for your beneficiaries 21:25

1+ y ago21:25

21:25

Understanding the role of trusts and how modern trusts can be designed for flexibilityBy Wiggin and Dana, LLP's Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Dana Llp S Erin Nicholls Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Future Focused: Sophisticated Estate Planning

Wiggin and Dana LLP's Erin Nicholls and Michael Clear

1
The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Equity: Structuring for Success: Part 2 22:59

1
Launching “Future Focused: Private Wealth Insights” 4:36

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The Entrepreneur's Guide to Equity: Structuring for Success 22:39

1
A Guide for Business Owners: Navigating the Complexities of Estate Planning 15:46

1
The CTA is Here to Stay: Reporting Requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act 22:17

1
Teaching the Value of the Dollar: Guest Tom Henske Makes Total Cents 29:23

1
Lessons Learned with Larry Lipoff: Live From the 58th Annual Heckerling Institute on Estate Planning Conference 18:10

1
Life Insurance and Trust Planning: Insights from Special Guest Sarah Moore 10:10

1
A Closer Look at Conservatorships: What You Should Know 19:04

1
Sun, Sand, and State Residency: Navigating Florida’s Domicile Rules 20:37

1
Estate Planning in 2024: Opportunities and Challenges Ahead 13:58

1
2023 Year in Review - Future Focused: Sophisticated Estate Planning 13:06

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And Just Like That, 2023 is Over: Preparing for 2024 9:15

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Prenuptial Agreements: Safeguarding Your Family’s Financial Future 20:47

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Purr-fectly Prepared: Estate Planning for Pets 14:13

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Home Sweet Loan: Helping Loved Ones Buy a Home 13:31

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The Corporate Transparency Act: Navigating Reporting and Compliance 34:10

1
From Cradle to College: Strategies for Funding Educational Expenses 24:53

1
Trustee Troubles: A Beneficiary’s Guide to Trustee Removal 15:12

1
Private Foundations 101: Annual Administrative Requirements 16:22

1
The Estate Plan Audit: Addressing Changes in Assets, Relationships and Taxes 23:30

1
Life After Leaving the Nest: Key Estate Planning Considerations for High School Grads 12:19

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Location, Location, Location: Benefits of Jurisdiction Selection in Trust Planning 17:22

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Beyond the Documents: How to Include Family Members in an Estate Planning Conversation 31:13

1
Fixing my Irrevocable Trust: Decanting 31:50

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Key Considerations with Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax 16:48

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Estate Planning for Digital Assets 19:17

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Legacy Assets in Estate Planning 17:42

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SLATs: are two too good to be true? 21:17

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SLATs and Gifting 22:43

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Using trusts for your beneficiaries 21:25

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