How to Make a Plan for Your Digital Legacy

In today’s world, our lives are deeply woven into the digital realm. From email and social media to online banking, streaming subscriptions, and cloud storage, we accumulate accounts and assets that outlive our daily use. Planning for what will happen to these digital footprints is as essential as planning for tangible property. A digital legacy […]

National Make-A-Will Month

August is known as “National Make-a-Will Month.” It’s also National Dog Month, National Hair Loss Awareness Month, and International Peace Month. I love dogs, hope to keep what’s left of my hair, and, while I can’t do much about international peace, I do have insights to share about making a will. The Importance of Estate […]

Revenge: Tax Fraud Allegations Against An Estate

Family feuds over inheritance are nothing new, but few escalate quite like this. In an act of revenge, Bob Pressman, a third-generation heir to the iconic Barneys New York retail empire, has filed a blistering lawsuit. In the suit, he raises tax fraud allegations regarding his father’s estate, accusing his late mother, Phyllis Pressman, and […]

Lawyer’s Lament: A Guide to Better Attorney–Client Relationships in Trusts and Estates

Lawyers have never been the darlings of public opinion. We’ve all heard the nicknames—shark, ambulance chaser, shyster, and my personal favorite, pettifogger. Yet, on an individual level, lawyers often earn their clients’ trust and respect through hard work, creative problem-solving, and favorable results. After more than 40 years practicing in trusts and estates law, I’ve […]

Richard Simmons’ Legacy

For decades, Richard Simmons was more than a fitness guru—he was a cultural touchstone. With boundless energy, sequined tank tops, and a mission to make exercise joyful, Simmons inspired millions. Yet in the months since his death in July 2024, the spotlight on him has shifted from his infectious workouts to a deeply public dispute […]

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