Virginia MCLE - Trusts and Estates Courses
This is a listing of Trusts and Estates CLE Courses for Virginia. Please make your selection below of Virginia CLE courses. Click "Add To Cart" to purchase Individual CLE Courses. For more information about a particular CLE course, click on the "More Info" link. Click the "Preview" button to view a short preview of the course.
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Courses purchased through the United Institute for Continuing Legal Education are provided and fully accredited by The National Academy of Continuing Legal Education, an approved Virginia State Bar MCLE Accredited Sponsor. To view our full accreditation details please .
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Live WebinarTuesday, April 22, 202512:00 PM - 1:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: Offshore Asset Protection Planning
Join us for a practical and engaging CLE course on offshore asset protection planning, designed for attorneys advising high-net-worth and international clients. This course simplifies complex concepts, offering actionable strategies for structuring trusts and entities, selecting optimal jurisdictions, and ensuring U.S. compliance. Learn how to collaborate effectively with offshore trustees, manage international banking, and evaluate offshore versus domestic approaches. Through real-wor... More Info
$291General Credit -
Live WebinarFriday, April 25, 202512:00 PM - 1:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: Best Practices In The Use of Trusts
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$291General Credit -
Live WebinarMonday, April 28, 202511:00 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: A Deep Dive into Trusts: What You Need to Be Aware Of
Step into the world of trusts with this dynamic CLE course crafted for attorneys who want to sharpen their estate planning expertise. Trusts offer a versatile solution for clients aiming to secure their assets, dictate how their wealth passes on after they’re gone, or brace for potential incapacity— all with the added benefit of keeping family harmony intact. We’ll kick things off by comparing trusts to wills, highlighting when one outshines the other. Then, we’ll unravel the differenc... More Info
$291General Credit -
Live WebinarTuesday, May 6, 20252:00 PM - 3:15 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: Trust Protectors: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
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$291General Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
10 Mistakes to Avoid When Working with Asset Protection Trusts
This CLE course will focus on enhancing your understanding of both domestic and offshore trust planning. It offers practical tips and strategies to help you minimize risks and safeguard your assets by steering clear of common pitfalls. This course covers key elements including choosing the optimal jurisdiction, interpreting relevant case law, and ensuring proper trust funding. More Info
$291General Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Asset Protection Strategy: Advantages and Pitfalls of Using Trusts, LLC's and other Techniques
This CLE program offers a comprehensive overview of asset protection strategies. Participants will explore how traditional estate planning tools can shield assets from creditors. Topics include the protection provided by tenants by the entirety ownership, life insurance and annuities, retirement accounts, and homestead provisions. The course will also cover the structure and legal landscape of asset protection trusts, now recognized in 20 states, including an analysis of relevant case... More Info
$552General Credits -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
An Attorneys Guide to Working with Personal Property Appraisers: Ethical Issues, Potential Pitfalls, and Best Practices
This CLE course offers attorneys an in-depth exploration of the critical role appraisals play in estate planning, estate litigation, and other legal contexts involving personal property valuation. Participants will gain an advanced understanding of how to effectively engage and work with personal property appraisers, with a focus on ethical considerations, best practices, and potential pitfalls. Through practical guidance on the do’s and don’ts of appraisals, attendees will lea... More Info
$291General Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
The Use of Trusts in Government Benefits Planning
This CLE presentation will cover the role of different trusts in government benefits planning, including the use of revocable trusts, strategies for spousal planning through revocable trusts, long-term care planning with Irrevocable Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts, Supplemental Needs Trusts, and relevant provisions for long-term care within powers of attorney. Practitioners will gain insights into the distinctions between these trust types, learn how to draft provisions aimed at asset... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Discovering the Lost Coin: Helping Clients Recover from Online Scams
If you've represented clients affected by online fraud involving losses exceeding $100,000, this course is essential. In this CLE, we delve into the emerging "Pig Slaughtering Scams"—a modern variation of Ponzi schemes targeting unsuspecting individuals. We explore how these scams are uncovered, examine different recovery strategies, and discuss litigation approaches specifically designed for handling these cases. More Info
$552General Credits -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
The Federal Estate Tax Return, IRS Form 706, in a Fluid Estate Tax Environment
With the Federal Estate Tax exclusion exceeding $13.6 million, many estates may not require a 706 filing. However, this exclusion is anticipated to decrease by 50% at the end of 2025, making it crucial to consider the need for a portability election after the death of the first spouse, which requires filing a 706. Additionally, the statute of limitations remains open unless Form 706 is filed. This course will guide you through the essential steps of filing the 706 and explore advanced... More Info
$551.5General Credits
