Estate Planning Insights

Paul Chmielewski

Partner

Estate Planning

Why State Taxes Matter in Estate Planning

On January 1, 2026, the federal estate tax exemption amount is scheduled to automatically decrease from $13.99 million per person (in 2025) to approximately $7 million per person in 2026.

Paul Chmielewski

Partner

Estate Planning

Trusts as IRA Beneficiaries

This article examines the critical considerations for selecting a trust as an IRA beneficiary post-Secure Act, including the types of trusts that qualify and the impact on estate planning.

Paul Chmielewski

Partner

Estate Planning

The Sunset is Not Worth Waiting For

Estate Tax Planning Strategies in 2024: Learn about strategies to navigate estate taxes before changes take effect in 2026. Options include Spousal Lifetime Access Trusts (SLATs), Dynasty Trusts, Annual Gifting, Grantor Retained Annuity Trusts (GRATs), Sale to an Intentionally Defective Grantor Trusts (IDGTs), Charitable Remainder Trusts (CRTs), and Qualified Personal Residence Trusts (QPRTs).

Judith Gordon

Principal

Estate Planning

A Primer on Planning for a Special Needs Child

Special needs planning is designed to provide a way to take care of a disabled family member without disrupting the individual’s eligibility for government benefits.

Paul Chmielewski

Partner

Estate Planning

2024 Gift, Estate, and GST Tax Changes

Partner Paul Chmielewski highlights the gift, estate and GST tax changes for 2024.