Denis Clifford is a lawyer who specializes in estate planning and practices in Berkeley, California. He is the author of several Nolo books, including Plan Your Estate, Make Your Own Living Trust, and Quick and Legal Will Book. A graduate of Columbia Law School, where he was an editor of The Law Review, he has practiced law for many years.
Articles By Denis Clifford
Very few estates—only those larger than $12.92 million—might owe federal estate tax.
The federal government allows married couples to transfer over $23 million without incurring estate tax. To get the same benefit, unmarried couples need an AB trust.
Making gifts during your life can provide you with tax savings and more.
Give to charity and get a tax benefit.