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On Wednesday, the IRS issued Revenue Ruling 2013-17 announcing that “individuals of the same sex will be considered to be lawfully married under the Code as long as they were… Read More »

Now more than ever, Americans are storing sensitive information and financial accounts completely online. Estate planning attorneys are scurrying to find the best way to deal with digital assets when… Read More »

In the absence of a vested right, an interest in the estate of another is merely an expectancy. This means that, until the person dies, the beneficiary does not have… Read More »

Periodically reviewing and updating your estate plan is as important as executing it in the first place. One event that should trigger a review of your estate plan is the… Read More »

It is simply imperative that individuals who own a family business put a succession plan in place. A recent article offers several tips for getting started on a succession plan… Read More »

As a recent article points out, putting together an estate plan is one of the most important things a parent can do for his or her children. Parents must plan… Read More »

If you haven’t yet heard this one, here’s a recap: Pregnant and hungry, an Oahu mom brought her 2-year-old daughter and husband to Safeway to buy food on October 26,… Read More »

Estate planning needs a new name. When most people think of estate planning, words like elderly, wealthy, or death often come to mind. It also conjures images of vast tracks… Read More »

I hope you are enjoying your summer! Those of you who have called or come into the office have met Alice Adams, our new assistant, who is staffing our never-dull… Read More »

Aloha Friend! Mele Kalikimaka and Happy Holidays! I hope this note finds you significantly better prepared for the holidays than me. My parents arrived on island Saturday and are staying… Read More »