Legacy Letters: Non-Binding but Powerful
6 Considerations When Creating a Legacy Letter The concept of passing on values dates back centuries to Jewish tradition, and…
Is Your Fine Print the Right Fine Print?
I’m a trial attorney who specializes in contract disputes and other business litigation. In my work, much of my time…
Proposed Regulations Issued in Response to Workarounds to Limit on State/Local Tax (SALT) Deduction
The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service have issued proposed regulations under Section 170 of the Internal Revenue Code (the…
Three (3) Not-So-Obvious Reasons To Have a Will
Perhaps surprisingly, people of fame and wealth are often remiss in not having even a basic estate plan. The results…
The Three Unrelated Persons Rule for Student Housing in Philadelphia
Leasing multi-family property in Philadelphia is not easy. Although many landlords are aware of the more general requirements for leasing…
Gibson Guitars Files for Bankruptcy: What Does This Mean For You?
In a move reminiscent of The Who’s Pete Townshend smashing his guitar (which, incidentally, were usually Gibsons), Nashville based Gibson…
Don’t Forget About Your Pets When Reviewing Your Estate Plan
We consider our pets important members of our family. We are there for them when in need and strive to…
Committee on Federal Relations
Michael J. Haviland, Esquire, attended a meeting with the New Jersey Legislature’s Assembly Committee on Oversight, Reform, and Federal Relations…
Impact of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act on Individual, Estate and Gift Taxes
On December 22, 2017, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “Act”) was signed into law, making significant changes to…
A Tree Grows in New Jersey: The Proposed Legalization of Recreational Marijuana in New Jersey
On January 18, 2010, then New Jersey governor Jon Corzine signed into law the New Jersey Compassionate Use Medical Marijuana…
