Insights From Sapient Law Group
Explore articles from Sapient Law Group on estate planning, trusts, wealth preservation, business succession, and related legal topics. Our archive includes prior firm publications and educational materials intended to help readers better understand common planning concepts and legal issues.
Information in older articles may reflect the law in effect when originally published. Readers should obtain current legal and tax advice before relying on an older article for a present-day planning decision.
July 12, 2019
Are fees you pay to your estate planning attorney tax deductible? It turns out some qualify as tax deductions, but which ones?
June 18, 2019
What happens if you die without a will in California and who gets to make those decisions? Will the state honor your wishes without a will?
May 20, 2019
When it comes to estate planning for blended families, many issues can arise. However, it's important to know how to begin the process.
April 26, 2019
Nearly half of all marriages end in divorce. Prenups may not necessarily stand in court, but does a living trust protect your assets from divorce?
March 31, 2019
Understanding the differences between a living trust and a will in California. Which one should you use?
February 27, 2019
Are foreign nationals in one of the most advantageous positions for safeguarding their wealth?
January 7, 2019
L1 non-immigrant visas allow multi-national companies to transfer their employees to the United States.
December 16, 2018
If you transfer property under your name to a trust, are you still responsible for taxes? Does the trust need to file its own tax return? If so, who is responsible for paying those taxes?