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Asset Valuations and Your Estate Plan Go Hand in Hand
If your estate plan calls for making noncash gifts in trust or outright to beneficiaries, you need to know the values of those gifts and disclose them to the IRS on a gift tax return. For substantial...
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SmolenPlevy Recognized Among 2018 ‘Best Law Firms’ by U.S. News & World Report
SmolenPlevy is honored to announce the firm’s inclusion once again in the 2018 “Best Law Firms” ranking published by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers. SmolenPlevy is recognized for its...
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A dynasty trust keeps on giving long into the future
With a properly executed estate plan, your wealth can be enjoyed by your children and even their children. But did you know that by using a dynasty trust you can extend the estate tax benefits for...
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Divorce and Holidays: How to Help the Kids
As seen on Child Mind Institute: At holiday time we’re inundated with media images of happy families experiencing the holidays together. But the truth is that about 50% of marriages end in divorce;...
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Alan Plevy Recognized by Washingtonian in ‘Top Lawyers’ 2017
Mount Kilimanjaro, 2008 SmolenPlevy is pleased to announce Alan Plevy was selected by Washingtonian for its 2017 ‘Top Lawyers’ list in divorce and family law. The award listing is compiled by...
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Estate Tax Alert: Tax Bill Opens Door to New Options
President Trump just signed the GOP tax bill this morning, which Congress passed on Dec. 20. Officially numbered H.R. 1, and awkwardly dubbed “An Act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to titles II...
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Who should be the guardian of your minor children?
If you have minor children, arguably the most important estate planning decision you have to make is choosing a guardian for them should the unthinkable occur. It’s critical to put much thought into...
View ArticleIn The Media: Dan Ruttenberg Shares 5 Reasons You Should See an Estate...
ABC 7 reports on how people are losing their property and more in probate court. They turned to SmolenPlevy’s Principal Dan Ruttenberg for tips on how to protect yourself. He advises it’s important to...
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On WTOP: New Tax Law May Make Your Divorce Even More Expensive
As if divorce isn’t difficult enough, the new tax law does away with the alimony tax break. The change would likely make divorce more expensive for the person paying their ex — and will have an...
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5 estate planning tips for the sandwich generation
The “sandwich generation” accounts for a large segment of the population. These are people who find themselves caring for both their children and their parents at the same time. In some cases, this...
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SmolenPlevy Principals Named 2018 Super Lawyers in Virginia, Washington D.C.
SmolenPlevy is pleased to announce Principals Alan Plevy, Kyung (Kathryn) Dickerson and Dan Ruttenberg are recognized as Virginia and Washington, D.C. Super Lawyers for 2018. Ms. Dickerson is once...
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What estate planning strategies are available for non-U.S. citizens?
Non-U.S. citizens in the United States face some estate planning challenges when it comes to taxes. If you’re a U.S. resident, but not a citizen, the IRS treats you similarly to a U.S. citizen, with a...
View ArticleDivorce Trials: What Can I Expect?
Sometimes you need to go to trial for a divorce. Family law attorney and principal Alan Plevy discusses what happens when you and your spouse can’t reach an agreement. “These cases are very difficult...
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4 Estate Planning Techniques for Blended Families
Today, it’s not unusual for a family to include children from prior marriages. These “blended” families can create estate planning complications that may lead to challenges in the courts after your...
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6 Summer Vacation Tips for Divorced or Separated Parents
It’s an annual rite of spring — children are eagerly anticipating the end of the school year and the start of their summer break. The same can’t be said for a number of divorced or separated parents....
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When Family Members Collide: Smart Estate Planning Can Prevent Epic Battles
After a life filled with success and accolades, 95-year-old Stan Lee — famous comic-book writer, editor, film executive producer and publisher — surely didn’t want his sunset years to devolve into a...
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On The Probate Nation: Dan Ruttenberg Discusses Probate Avoidance Techniques
The last thing you want your loved ones to be burdened with after you die is the overwhelming process of probate. Some probate periods are short, but others seem to never end. On The Probate Nation TV...
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5 estate planning tips for the sandwich generation
The “sandwich generation” accounts for a large segment of the population. These are people who find themselves caring for both their children and their parents at the same time. In some cases, this...
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SmolenPlevy Principals Named 2018 Super Lawyers in Virginia, Washington D.C.
SmolenPlevy is pleased to announce Principals Alan Plevy, Kyung (Kathryn) Dickerson and Dan Ruttenberg are recognized as Virginia and Washington, D.C. Super Lawyers for 2018. Ms. Dickerson is once...
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What estate planning strategies are available for non-U.S. citizens?
Non-U.S. citizens in the United States face some estate planning challenges when it comes to taxes. If you’re a U.S. resident, but not a citizen, the IRS treats you similarly to a U.S. citizen, with a...
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