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April 7, 2015Legacy Planning

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Legacy planning is not all about money, but we should begin by looking at the potential impact of the federal estate tax. Most people are not exposed to this tax, but those who are vulnerable should take steps to gain estate tax efficiency.

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  2. Charitable Giving
  3. Family heirlooms
  4. Ethical Will
  5. Educational Opportunities

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Litherland, Kennedy & Associates have been providing quality estate planning services in the Greater Bay Area since 1975. They are committed to helping those concerned with protecting their families from the devastating legal effects of disability and death. With the aid of public seminars, educational presentations, articles, and radio/television interviews, the law office has championed the use of revocable living trusts as a proven way to protect families from probate, to minimize or eliminate federal estate taxes, and to prevent the Medi-Cal Recovery lien. Roy W. Litherland and Justin M. Kennedy are certified as Legal Specialists in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization. They are members of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys and National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys.
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