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Engaging the Next Generation: Philanthropy
GenSpring Family Offices
There are many benefits to involving children in family philanthropy. One of them is the children’s realization of the positive impact their own participation has on the world (no matter how
Planning for What Comes Next: Estate Planning Instruments and Divorce
Jessica Bank Interlandi, Schiller DuCanto & Fleck LLP
Estate planning is often part of a divorce settlement, and negotiation of these terms can be as integral to the divorce settlement as allocation of parental responsibilities, support issues, or
The Do's and Don'ts of Premarital Agreements
Andrea K. Muchin, Schiller DuCanto & Fleck
If a premarital agreement is a prerequisite to getting married, doing all you can to ensure that your agreement will be upheld against a future challenge should be your guiding priority. Accordingly
The Past, Present and Future of Pre-Nups and Post-Nups
Eric L. Schulman, Schiller DuCanto & Fleck
In light of the high conflict nature of many divorces, and the cost and time associated with divorce litigation, many couples attempt to pre-plan for the possibility of a later divorce by executing a
Elephants: The Unseen Power
GenSpring Family Offices
The expression “an elephant in the room” is readily recognized to mean an uncomfortable situation not talked about but clearly known to all. When elephants make unwanted appearances
Transition Will Happen. Are You Prepared?
GenSpring Family Offices
All business owners will transition their business at some point in the future. Whether it is a transfer within their family, such as to the next generation, or to an existing business partner or
Changing Stories, Resolving Conflicts: Building Resilient Family Offices
Family businesses thrive when collaborative learning and stakeholder engagement remain high. In this environment, resilience increases enabling all levels of the organization to assess threats and
Giving Wisely: How to Foster Flourishing Over Entitlement
Abbot Downing
One of the most common concerns families have revolves around how to share wealth with family members without encouraging entitlement. With forethought and care, giving well and wisely can bring
Viewpoints: Life on Purpose
Abbot Downing
Jessica Jackley, cofounder of KIVA, the world’s first microfinance website, shares her unique wisdom on financial inclusion and social justice. Jessica highlights stories and lessons from her
Advice for Parents of Teen Drivers
PURE Insurance
Statistics show that teenagers are more likely than any other age group to be in an automobile accident. In several tragic incidents, the use of a cell phone was involved. Some accidents, however,