Webinar and Teleconference on Estate Planning for Same-Sex or Unmarried Partners

Stafford is hosting a 90-minute webinar and teleconference entitled Estate Planning Strategies for Same-Sex or Unmarried Partners on May 12. A description of the program is below:

Same-sex couples and unmarried partners are confronted with many legal uncertainties due to the varying degrees of protection afforded them by the federal and state governments. Changes in state and federal law create a patchwork of protection for these couples. Comprehensive planning is essential to protect inheritance rights, property distribution, and medical and final arrangement decisions. Tax planning and retitling are necessary to avoid unintended consequences.

Lacking consistent and reliable boilerplate language, practitioners must exercise caution in drafting documents to ensure that their clients’ objectives and goals are met and their interests are protected.

Listen as our authoritative panel examines strategies for practitioners to assist their same-sex and unmarried partner clients with drafting key documents, estate planning and tax planning.

Special thanks to Sue Varon (Attorney, Atlanta, GA) for bringing this to my attention.