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In this first episode of the Rockefeller Family Estate mini series, we explore how John Rockefeller built Standard Oil into an industrial empire and set the stage for one of the most influential wealth stories in American history, laying the foundation for a family legacy that would ultimately redefine generational estate planning.

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This episode dives into the surprisingly complicated (and deeply emotional!) question of what happens to cars after death. From probate and family conflict to collector vehicles and sentimental assets, we explore why the “stuff” people leave behind can create some of the biggest estate planning issues families face.

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Irrevocable trusts don’t always mean “unchangeable,” and today we’re breaking down why. We cover the key legal pathways that often allow modifications, and what happens when a trust becomes outdated or hard to live with. 

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"Mr. Cub" Ernie Banks was beloved on the field, but his estate became a battleground after a last-minute plan left everything to his caregiver instead of his family. This episode breaks down the legal drama that followed and the key estate planning lessons we can all learn from it. 

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In this episode, we break down how real estate is becoming one of the most complicated pieces of the Great Wealth Transfer, especially when there’s no clear estate plan in place. From heirs inheriting property together to families getting stuck in probate and conflict, we explore what can go wrong—and what can be done to prevent it. 

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Gifting during your lifetime can be a powerful planning tool, but it’s also one of the easiest ways to unintentionally create tax issues, lose control, or derail long-term care plans. In this episode, we break down when gifting works, when it backfires, and why some strategies are more “untakeabackable” than people realize.

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This episode explores the life and legacy of Jerry Garcia, from his rise with the Grateful Dead to the complex estate battles that followed his death. It highlights how—even with a Will in place—family dynamics, informal agreements, and valuable assets led to years of litigation, offering key lessons on why thoughtful, comprehensive estate planning matters.

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The upcoming NextGen Bar Exam is changing the way new lawyers are tested, and Trusts & Estates is losing its spotlight as a standalone subject. In this episode, we explore what that means for consumers, law students, and the general legal profession.

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Avoiding probate by adding beneficiary designations to everything might sound smart—but it can leave your Executor stuck trying to pay bills with little or no money in the estate. In this episode, we break down how this common strategy can backfire and what to consider so your Executor (and your beneficiaries) aren’t left in a mess.

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Greg Biffle’s life was full throttle, but his estate plan ... or lack thereof ... was anything but. In this episode, we unpack how dying without a Will has set his estate on a complex path, spotlighting probate, legal claims, and lessons about planning, inheritance, and family legacy.

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