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Pet Trusts in Illinois
Illinois pet owners are allowed to set aside funds and name caretakers for their pets by establishing a trust specifically for the benefit of one or more pets. A Pet Trust allows the owner to provide for the pet’s care in case of the owners disability or death. In...
Another Piece of the Family Limited Partnership Puzzle
- The Indiana District Court has provided another nugget of guidance regarding the organization and operation of a Family Limited Partnership (FLP). In John W. Fisher and Janice B. Fisher v. United States of America (March 11, 2010), the court held that the FLP...
Launch of Practice
Dear colleagues and friends, welcome to the first newsletter from my desk. I have recently launched my own solo practice focusing on estate planning, beginning with the core documents consisting of a Will, Revocable Living Trust and Powers of Attorney, as well as...