American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys Consulted by Forbes Magazine Re: Estate Tax Changes

On January 6, 2013, Forbes consulted with American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys’ Director of Education, Steve Hartnett, regarding the 2013 estate tax changes and the fiscal cliff.  Here is a link to that Article:  More Estate Tax Changes Could Follow Fiscal Cliff Deal.  Mr. Hartnett is quoted several times in this Article.

The American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys is a member organization serving the needs of attorneys committed to providing their clients with the best in estate planning. The Academy fosters excellence in estate planning among its Members through comprehensive training and educational programs and standards by helping Members deliver the highest quality service to their clients.

Roy W. Litherland is a member and designated Fellow of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys.

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