Trustees: Impartiality and Good Judgment
When estate plans involve trusts, lawyers advise careful consideration in naming the trustee. Families may think they are immune to conflict, but grappling with death and financial decision making can present difficult challenges for…
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Winner!
The American Council of Engineering Companies has recognized New York City’s Moynihan Train Hall for “most outstanding engineering effort” of 2021. Located across 8th Avenue from the infamously dingy Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall…
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Building For The Home Opener
Sports franchises are determined to wow fans with ever more exciting game day experiences—in modern facilities. Negotiations and plans are underway for new stadiums in regions around the country. Looks like Nashville Soccer Club’s…
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Craft Brewing: Fort Collins!
Fort Collins, Colorado is home base for New Belgium Brewing Company (think Fat Tire), Anheuser-Busch’s famous Clydesdales—and a hopping scene of craft and cider brewers. Whether you’re a brewer, consumer, traveler—or all of the…
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$2.5 Billion Airport Expansion: San Antonio?
San Antonio has grown by 8% in ten years. Estimates indicate a million more people will call the city home by 2040. Recognizing that airport expansion is critical to the regional boom, public leaders…
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Do’s and Don’ts for Executors
Executing a will can be fraught with difficult tasks. For example, debts must be resolved before assets are distributed—and prolonged waiting can lead to anxious beneficiaries. Add grief to the mix and conflicts can…
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Directed Trusts: A Basic Overview
When creating a trust, the designation of trustee is among the most important decisions the trustor makes. As a fiduciary, the trustee has significant responsibilities on behalf of beneficiaries—but may not necessarily have deep financial,…
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Encanto: Inspiration for Estate Planning
If you and your family are among the many millions of Americans who have not yet figured out how to pass your assets to the next generation (aka estate planning), try taking some creative inspiration…
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Modern Families vs Intestate Succession?
State laws of intestate succession that typically date back to the 1950s determine the relations who receive our assets if we die with a will. Experts point out that this can create unfortunate disconnects,…
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