The Complete Book of Wills, Estates, and Trusts

The Complete Book of Wills, Estates, and Trusts
Author: Alexander A. Bove
Publisher: Macmillan + ORM
Total Pages: 530
Release: 2005-12-27
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1466829001

The best legal guide to wills and estates—with more than 80,000 copies sold—now updated to cover the current asset protection options and estate laws Whether grappling with modest or extensive assets, The Complete Book of Wills, Estates, and Trusts has long been the indispensable guide for protecting an estate for loved ones. In this completely revised third edition, updated to cover the latest changes in estate law, attorney Alexander A. Bove, Jr., clearly explains • how to use a will to avoid probate and legal complications • how trusts work and how to use trusts to save taxes • how to contest a will and how to avoid a contest • how to settle an estate or make a claim against one • how to establish a durable power of attorney • how to protect assets from creditors In his straightforward and humorous style, Bove shares easy-to-understand legal definitions, savvy advice on taxes, and pragmatic and simple sample forms, all illustrated with entertaining examples and actual cases. The Complete Book of Wills, Estates, and Trusts is the best guide available for defending your financial legacy

Wills, Trusts, and Estates

Wills, Trusts, and Estates
Author: Jesse Dukeminier
Publisher: Aspen Publishers
Total Pages: 1178
Release: 2000
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780735506367

In this timely new edition, distinguished authors Dukeminier and Johanson build on the success of their phenomenally popular casebook Wills, Trusts, and Estates with new coverage of non-traditional family arrangements, living wills, and much more. the authors blend cases selected for human interest as well as teaching value with provocative hypotheticals, cartoons, photographs, and other illustrations to comprehensively cover this area in a very lively, readable manner. Organized logically, The book begins with estate planning and its limitations, moves to wills and will substitutes, progresses to trusts, and concludes with a chapter on taxation. New topic coverage includes: babies inadvertently swapped in hospitals, surrogate mothers, lesbian adoption, and artificial insemination (including children conceived after sperm donor's death) living wills and powers of attorney for health care, including the Cruzan case And The Uniform Health Care Decisions Act a new chapter combining mental capacity and undue influence, which features the Seward Johnson will contest and related preventive lawyering issues shortened, more teachable chapters on future interests and perpetuities latest changes To The Uniform Probate Code a completely revised and reorganized trustee administration chapter Like its predecessors, this book is a lively, flexible, and understandable teaching tool that is accompanied by a detailed and witty Teacher's Manual, which is regarded as the best in the field.

Wills, Trusts, and Estates, Eleventh Edition

Wills, Trusts, and Estates, Eleventh Edition
Author: Jesse Dukeminier
Publisher: Aspen Publishing
Total Pages: 1524
Release: 2021-11-01
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1543824471

Widely hailed as one of the best casebooks in legal education, this comprehensive text combines interesting cases, thoughtful analysis, notes, images, and a clear organization for an excellent teaching tool. Cartoons, illustrations, case documents, and photographs provide engaging visual commentary. Sidebars on relevant persons, places, and things provide interesting and sometimes humorous context. New to the Eleventh Edition: New section on will execution during the COVID-19 pandemic, with attention to reconciling “presence” with social distancing Updated and completely revised section on electronic or digital wills, with attention to the latest cases and statutes Updated to account for the 2021 and 2019 revisions to the Uniform Probate Code that, among other things, eliminated gender-based distinctions and expanded recognition of non-biological parent-child relationships Updated coverage of wealth and income inequality and new material on recent proposals for a wealth tax Updated and completely revised section on trust decanting, with attention to the latest statutory and case law developments Updated and completely revised section on asset protection trusts, with attention to key choice-of-law and fraudulent transfer principles Professors and students will benefit from: Unique blend of wit, erudition, insight, and playfulness retained from the late Jesse Dukeminier Organization that covers all the key topics in a logical and clear format Interesting cases that are not only fun to read, but fun to teach Cases enhanced and connected to broader legal principles by well-written connective text, notes, questions, problems, and sidebars Arresting two-color design Cartoons, illustrations, wills and other case documents, and photographs that provide visual commentary and teaching aids

Wills, Trusts, and Estates

Wills, Trusts, and Estates
Author: DANAYA C. WRIGHT
Publisher: Foundation Press
Total Pages: 1050
Release: 2021-03-19
Genre:
ISBN: 9781642421118

CasebookPlus Hardbound - New, hardbound print book includes lifetime digital access to an eBook, with the ability to highlight and take notes, and 12-month access to a digital Learning Library that includes self-assessment quizzes tied to this book, leading study aids, an outline starter, and Gilbert Law Dictionary.

Wills, Trusts, and Estates

Wills, Trusts, and Estates
Author: Gerry W. Beyer
Publisher: Aspen Publishers
Total Pages: 660
Release: 1999
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:

This new addition To The popular Examples & Explanations Series brings a new degree of clarity to Will, Trusts, and Estates. Noted author Gerry Beyer helps students work through troublesome topics to get a firm grasp of the underlying concepts of the subject. WILLS, TRUSTS, AND ESTATES: Examples & Explanations is equally well suited for class use or independent study. This lively and engaging text lead students to enlightenment through the careful use of: -sample wills and trusts -clear and lucid explanations -effective practice problems -a no-intimidating, conversational tone Instructors will appreciate the book's flexible an adaptable structure that complements a wide range of teaching approaches. Beyer's comprehensive text explores: -non-probate assets -estate administration -disability and death planning -malpractice and professional responsibility -wealth transfer taxation For extra help with an especially difficult concept or a solid review of the entire subject, WILLS, TRUSTS, AND ESTATES: Examples and Explanations is an excellent choice. Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction and Overview 1.1 Brief History of Property Transference When Owner Dies 1.2 Basic Terminology Used in This Book 1.3 Determination of Applicable Law 1.4 the 'Big Picture' PART ONE - INTESTATE SUCCESSION Chapter 2: Descent and Distribution 2.1 Reasons Most Individuals Die Intestate 2.2 Historical Development of Descent and Distribution 2.3 Surviving Spouse 2.4 Descendants 2.5 Ancestors and Collaterals 2.6 Escheat Chapter 3: Treatment of Certain Categories of Potential Heirs 3.1 Posthumous or Afterborn Heirs 3.2 Adopted Individuals 3.3 Non-Marital Children 3.4 Children from Alternative Reproduction Technologies 3.5 Stepchildren 3.6 Half-Blooded Collateral Heirs 3.7 Non-United States Citizens 3.8 Unworthy Heirs Chapter 4: Other Intestate Succession Issues 4.1 Ancestral Property 4.2 Advancements 4.3 Survival 4.4 Disclaimers 4.5 Assignment or Release of Expectancy to Inherit 4.6 Equitable Conversion 4.7 Liability for Debts of Predeceased Intermediary 4.8 Heir Designation 4.9 Choice of Law PART TWO - WILLS Chapter 5: Requirements for a Valid Will 5.1 Legal Capacity 5.2 Testamentary Capacity (Sound Mind) 5.3 Testamentary Intent 5.4 Formalities Chapter 6: Changing Circumstances After Will Execution - Property 6.1 Classification of Testamentary Gifts 6.2 Ademption by Extinction 6.3 Ademption by Satisfaction 6.4 Changes in Value 6.5 Exoneration 6.6 Abatement 6.7 Tax Apportionment Chapter 7: Changing Circumstances After Will Execution - Persons 7.1 Marriage of a Testator 7.2 Divorce of Testator 7.3 Pretermitted Heirs 7.4 Death of Beneficiary - Lapse 7.5 Failure of Charitable Gift - Cy Pres 7.6 Survival Chapter 8: Revocation of Wills 8.1 Revocation by Operation of Law 8.2 Revocation by Physical Act 8.3 Revocation by Subsequent Writing 8.4 Presumptions 8.5 Revival 8.6 Conditional Revocation 8.7 Multiple Originals Chapter 9: Interpretation and Construction 9.1 Ambiguity 9.2 Integration 9.3 Incorporation by Reference 9.4 Facts of Independent Significance 9.5 Tangible Personal Property Document 9.6 Pour-Over Provisions 9.7 Precatory Language 9.8 Class Gifts 9.9 Dead Person's Statute Chapter 10: Will Contests 10.1 Failure to Satisfy Requirements of a Valid Will 10.2 Insane Delusions 10.3 Undue Influence 10.4 Duress 10.5 Fraud 10.6 Mistake 10.7 Remedies 10.8 Preventing Will Contests Chapter 11: Other Will Issues 11.1 Conditional Wills

Wills, Trusts, and Estates in Focus

Wills, Trusts, and Estates in Focus
Author: Naomi R. Cahn
Publisher: Aspen Publishing
Total Pages: 616
Release: 2019-02-04
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1454886625

In a typical Wills, Trusts, and Estates (WTE) class there are both students who want to practice in WTE (either exclusively, or as part of a general practice), and those who need only to master the general concepts in order to pass the bar exam. Wills, Trusts, and Estates in Focus by Naomi R. Cahn, Alyssa DiRusso, and Susan Gary attends to the needs of both sets of students. For those who will practice in WTE, the concepts are presented in an engaging way and exemplified by realistic hypothetical scenarios that mirror practice and support the development of lawyering skills. For those who need only to pass the bar, the organization of the text is keyed to multi-state essay examination topics as presented on the multi-state bar exam. The well-crafted pedagogy of the Focus Series makes WTE concepts and procedure clear and accessible for all students. Case Previews shed light on each succinctly-edited case, provide legal context, and direct students to the issue at hand. Post-Case Follow-Ups review the decision and prepare students to apply the relevant legal principles to the set of exercises that follow, called Real Life Applications. Professors will appreciate the accessible approach of Wills, Trusts, and Estates in Focus, which combines straightforward narrative explanations with real-world examples, and problems designed to engage students in active learning. Features of Wills, Trusts, and Estates in Focus: Insightful authorship: The author team consists of three well-known academics with expertise in WTE and complementary areas such as family law, charities, elder law, and tax. All are elected Fellows of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC), the leading professional organization of trust and estates attorneys. Conscious modernization of the WTE casebook that balances major landmark cases and 21st century authorities, including recent case decisions and developments in the law (such as the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act) Thorough coverage of core topics, combined with the Focus Series pedagogy Manageable problem sets that allow students to apply doctrine to realistic fact scenarios Research and drafting exercises that support the development of practice-based skills Professors and students will benefit from: Clear writing that promotes the learning outcomes of student competencies in knowledge and understanding of both the substantive and procedural law of WTE legal analysis and reasoning problem-solving how to exercise proper professional and ethical responsibilities with regard to clients and the legal system A balanced emphasis on practice readiness and bar-exam readiness An author team with experience writing for students, practitioners, and lay people A clear and logical book structure and chapter organization, with cross-references to related coverage in other chapters Appendices that provide examples of how doctrine maps on to practice, as in will contest pleadings and probate filings Teaching materials include: Teacher’s Manual with straightforward case summaries and answers to all problems Sample 3-credit syllabus

Texas Wills, Trusts, and Estates

Texas Wills, Trusts, and Estates
Author: Gerry W. Beyer
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2018
Genre: Probate law and practice
ISBN: 9781531005757

Texas Wills, Trusts, and Estates is designed for law school courses covering intestate succession, wills, trusts, estate administration, and the fundamentals of estate planning. The cases, problems, and questions are drawn extensively from Texas materials and attempt to provide the student with a comprehensive understanding of how property transmission at death and via inter vivos trusts are handled in Texas. Regularly updated PowerPoint slides for this title are available on the author's website. Click here to access the website.

Wills, Trusts, and Estates

Wills, Trusts, and Estates
Author: Ilene S. Cooper
Publisher: Aspen Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9780735587700

Wills, Trusts, and Estates: Essential Tools for the New York Paralegal provides students everything they need to handle an estate from beginning to end, including basic terminology, intestate administration, probate proceedings, litigation, jurisdiction and venue, fiduciary duties and responsibilities, trusts, and tax considerations. This complete text focuses specifically on New York practice and eliminates the need for other supplements. Enhanced by the author's extensive practice experience and her realistic examples, this text provides: State-specific rules, forms, and reference sources, including a complete appendix of forms In-depth instruction in paralegal tasks and skills at each stage of administration, estate planning, and litigation Paralegal resources such as software, books, websites, and other tools for the New York paralegal in the final chapter A separate chapter devoted to the ethical issues paralegals encounter Case synopses and chapter pedagogy that help students understand, practice, and retain material. Pedagogy includes charts and diagrams, key terms, ethical points, topic sidebars, highlighted examples, and review exercises. Current decisions that highlight points of law and statutory applications, thereby bringing a sense of reality to the material New to the Third Edition: Case law has been updated throughout Discussions of new statutes have been added A timely new section on the status of same-sex spouses in New York has been added Written specifically with students in mind by an experienced practitioner, Wills, Trusts, and Estates: Essential Tools for the New York Paralegal, Third Edition, offers all of the tools students need to deal with administration, estate planning, and litigation in the real world.