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Total Credits: 1.0 UT General, 1 VA General
This course equips legal professionals with the tools and strategies needed to navigate the intricacies of estate and trust administration efficiently and effectively. Over the course of this program, participants will delve into the six phases of estate administration, from initial estate opening to final distributions, while addressing common delays and legal hurdles along the way. Attendees will gain a deep understanding of key concepts such as asset and liability discovery, tax obligations, and preliminary distributions. Moreover, they will learn how to manage communication effectively with clients, beneficiaries, and third parties, ensuring a smooth and streamlined administration process.
By the end of the course, attendees will possess the confidence and skills to provide the highest level of service to fiduciary clients, including executors, administrators, personal representatives, and trustees. By mastering the techniques outlined in this program, participants will be better equipped to handle estate and trust administration with speed, accuracy, and care, ultimately minimizing errors and maximizing client satisfaction.
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Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1.0
Course Type: Live Webcast Rebroadcast
Course Expiration:
Status: Not Approved
Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: Live Webcast Rebroadcast
Course Expiration:
Status: Not Approved
A Framework for Efficient Estate and Trust Administration (2.3 MB) | Available after Purchase |
Leah Del Percio is the President, CEO, and co-founder of Trustate, a leading estate administration platform established in 2020. Overseeing all facets of the company's evolution and expansion, she has propelled Trustate to prominence within the LegalTech sector. The platform offers B2B solutions to various stakeholders in estate administration, including law firms, wealth managers, banks, and accountants. Leah's expertise stems from her tenure as a senior Trust and Estate attorney at DLA Piper, where she specialized in crisis and succession planning, wealth preservation, and complex tax strategies. Recognized as a Super Lawyers "Rising Star," she has garnered national acclaim through features in Law.com and Business Insider. With a background in the JPMorgan Private Bank, Leah holds a B.A. from the University of Miami, a J.D. from Benjamin Cardozo School of Law, and an LL.M. in taxation from Georgetown University Law Center. Committed to community service, she provides pro-bono counsel for organizations like the Boys and Girls Club, advocating for equality and civil rights.