Estate Law Author

Evelyn Marie Torres

Evelyn Marie Torres is a renowned estate law attorney with a specialty in special needs planning and elder law. She has helped countless families navigate the complex legal landscape surrounding estate planning, special needs trusts, and elder care. Evelyn is committed to providing compassionate and expert guidance to her clients, ensuring their loved ones are protected and their wishes are respected.

Credentials

J.D., New York University School of Law, LL.M. in Estate Planning

15+ yearsSpecial Needs PlanningElder Law

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Articles by Evelyn Marie Torres

What Is a Joint Tenant Account and How Does It Work?Can I Put My Inheritance Into a Trust?What Are the Trustee Requirements for a QDOT?How a Testamentary Charitable Remainder Trust WorksWho Is the Transferor Under IRC 2651 for GST Purposes?The Tax Difference Between Gifting and InheritanceWhen Is a Trustee Protected by the Safe Harbor?What Is a Grantor Retained Income Trust (GRIT)?Should I Put My Business in a Trust?How to Do a Trustee-to-Trustee Transfer for an Inherited IRAWhat Are the Rules for Inheriting an IRA From a Parent?When Must an Estate Comply With Rev Proc 64-19?Generation-Skipping Trust Distribution RulesWhat Are the Legal Requirements for a Trust Merger?How a Disclaimer Trust Works: A Step-by-Step DiagramWhat Is the Last Debt Paid in an Estate?When Can You Allocate the GST Exemption Under S 2644?How to Structure a Partnership Freeze TransactionUsing a Trust Fund to Run a C CorporationWho Pays Property Taxes During Probate?Calculating the GST Tax Inclusion Ratio Under IRC 2642Why Establish a Trust? Key Reasons for Estate PlanningWhat Is a Waiver of Notice of Probate of Will?How the SECURE Act Changed RMD RulesHow Is Executor Commission Calculated?What Are Your Options for an Inherited 401(k) From a Spouse?What Happens to a Quitclaim Deed After Death of Parent?Inherited IRA Withdrawal Rules and Tax TreatmentWhat Are the Rules for an Inherited 401(k) From a Parent?What Is a Community Property Trust?