Family Law and Estate Planning Issues Before, During and After Divorce
Evaluating the Impact of Pre- and Post-Nuptial Agreements, Trusts, Gifting, and Revisions to Estate Plans
Recording of a 90-minute CLE webinar with Q&A
This CLE course will prepare family law attorneys to identify and consider the estate planning issues that arise prior to the marriage, at all stages of a divorce, and after the conclusion of the divorce action. The panel will outline important estate planning strategies for divorcing clients.
Outline
- Estate planning issues prior to divorce
- Estate planning considerations during the divorce action
- Estate planning tips after the conclusion of the divorce
Benefits
The panel will review these and other key questions:
- Under what circumstances can unilateral gifting or establishment of trusts be considered dissipation of the marital estate?
- How can estate planning issues impact the timing of instituting the divorce action?
- What estate planning issues need to be addressed during the divorce proceeding?
Following the speaker presentations, you'll have an opportunity to get answers to your specific questions during the interactive Q&A.
Faculty
Gary R. Botwinick
Partner
Einhorn Harris Ascher Barbarito & Frost
He chairs his firm's Taxation/Trusts & Estates Department. He is a Fellow of the American College of Trust and... | Read More
He chairs his firm's Taxation/Trusts & Estates Department. He is a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel. He is a frequent lecturer at CLE events and authors articles on the intersection of family law and estate law.
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Patricia M. Barbarito
Partner
Einhorn Barbarito Frost & Botwinick
Thirty-eight years ago, Pat Barbarito started her law career at Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost & Botwinick, PC when it... | Read More
Thirty-eight years ago, Pat Barbarito started her law career at Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost & Botwinick, PC when it only had three attorneys. Since that time, she has been integral in developing the firm into the powerhouse it is today. From the start, Pat's passion and compassion set her apart from other lawyers and are the reasons why she is among the most sought after family law attorneys in the state. A highly regarded trial lawyer known for her integrity and commitment to excellence, Pat has a formidable reputation in every courtroom in New Jersey. Her hallmark is taking the time to gain a deep understanding of her clients' situations so that she can swiftly and effectively develop a strategy, champion their cause, and achieve a successful outcome. Pat balances an unwavering determination to succeed on behalf of her clients with a positive, empathetic style that fosters loyalty and trust. She mentors, advocates, nurtures and gives, all while serving as one of New Jersey's most talented and distinguished attorneys.
CloseAndrew S. Auchincloss
Partner
Schlesinger Lazetera & Auchincloss
Mr. Auchincloss focuses his practice on estate and investment planning strategies under U.S. law for U.S. and non-U.S.... | Read More
Mr. Auchincloss focuses his practice on estate and investment planning strategies under U.S. law for U.S. and non-U.S. individuals and families. He represents wealthy individuals and families, tax-exempt organizations, banks and trust companies, family offices and private trust companies and other clients in a broad range of substantive areas. He previously was a partner at Sidley Austin and White & Case LLP, where for 18 years he represented international and domestic families, charities and financial institutions in the context of tax, estate planning and fiduciary law. He has been listed in Best Lawyers in America. He also served as a director in the Wealth Management Group at AllianceBernstein.
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