A GOOD WALK SPOILED (LLC Charging Order Protection Affirmed by 4th Circuit)
Liability Protection is Uncertain for Single Member Limited Liability Companies in Louisiana
Is a self-directed IRA right for you?
You have options when addressing life insurance in your estate plan
Forced Heirship in Louisiana
Don’t be so afraid of probate
Inherited IRA Still Exempt from Seizure in Louisiana (LA Legislature Overrules SCOTUS – Clark v. Ramaker)
“The whole world is a court case…and we’re all…defendants” ~ Emma Chase Heidi Clark inherited an IRA from her mother. She then ran into financial difficulties and filed for bankruptcy protection claiming that the IRA was protected under applicable bankruptcy laws as “retirement account.” The bankruptcy trustee challenged this characterization – and won, which was […]Continue reading
A Midyear Review Should Go Beyond Financials
Every year is a journey for a business. You begin with a set of objectives for the months ahead, probably encounter a few bumps along the way and, hopefully, reach your destination with some success and a few lessons learned. The middle of the year is the perfect time to stop for a breather. A […]Continue reading
The Pros and Cons of a SCIN
Many estate planning techniques are intended to minimize or even eliminate gift and estate taxes when transferring assets to family members. Sometimes, the most powerful techniques also have a significant drawback: mortality risk. For example, you may have to outlive the term of a trust to realize its tax benefits. A self-canceling installment note (SCIN) […]Continue reading