In an opinion issued on April 3, 2026, the Nebraska Supreme Court decided a case that doubled as, in the Court’s words, “a cautionary tale about the importance of ensuring that your will reflects your testamentary intent.” In re Estate of Knapp involved a...
Two recent divorce cases highlight critical risks for irrevocable trusts when spouses retain excessive control or fail to ensure informed consent. In C.S. v. R.H.1, a New York court included $110+ million in irrevocable trusts in the marital estate after finding the...
The article entitled “Avoid These Missteps As an Estate Executor,” published in the Wall Street Journal, discusses the challenges one executor faced while attempting to finalize her father’s estate. The delay in closing the estate related to a 2023 income tax refund...
This Wall Street Journal article says it all: “Farmers Are Aging. Their Kids Don’t Want to Be in the Family Business.” The story is about Don Guinnip, a 74-year-old farmer from southern Illinois. The Guinnip family farm traces its roots back to prior to the Civil War....
Recent litigation and regulatory action have significantly narrowed the scope of required reporting and have—for now—exempted U.S.-based entities from the requirement.
The book is being called a ‘heartfelt guide for family caregivers.’ Kent’s insights help illuminate the legal side of protecting what matters most…
In an October 17, 2025 decision, the Nebraska Supreme Court affirmed a will contestant’s challenge of lack of capacity and undue influence in In re Estate of Walker.
There may be planning options for assets stuck in a spousal qualified terminable interest property trust (QTIP).
Read Patrick Timmer’s original, extensive article about the CTA: What kinds of companies are reporting companies? What information must be reported? Who are “beneficial owners”…
Best Lawyers in America® 2026 ranks Endacott Timmer Tier 1 for Trusts and Estates in our region.
