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Asset Protection

Asset Protection Summary

Asset Protection review is appropriate for individuals who are in "high risk" (subject to frequent or frivolous litigation) professions or where there is a need to have a formal plan to transfer ownership to another generation or spouse independent of creditor attack. Foreign Asset Protection Trusts offer an unusual blend of protection through the use of the unique statutory structure created in several popular Offshore Financial Centers. However, they entail material costs and potential tax reporting requirements. A qualified legal firm should be retained to assist with implementing any Asset Protection Plan.

We are neither suggesting nor advocating Asset Protection Trusts for every individual or family. There are many cases where other alternatives may prove more beneficial. Nevertheless, for many clients the effort is worthwhile. Our firm is prepared to assist clients in most related commercial, contractual and asset protection matters. Please feel free to contact our office if you believe an Asset Protection Plan or Asset Protection Trust may be appropriate in your particular situation.

 

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Think Putting Assets in Your Spouse's
Name is Asset Protection?

Think Again

For decades, many professionals have put their assets in their spouse's name in what was believed to be solid asset protection planning. Unfortunately, this has never been a wise approach, and is more risky today than ever before. Here's why:

  • Legal ownership. Just because your house or portfolio is in the name of your spouse does not guarantee that a judge will see it that way. If you are the sole bread-winner, and you are making the mortgage payments or yearly contributions to purchase stock, aren't you still the owner? Some courts might think so.
  • Divorce. What happens if you get divorced? We all know the divorce rate hovers near 50% these da...

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