All articles by Ruth Bloch-Riemer

Estate Planning for Testators without Direct Descendants

Estate planning and business succession planning for (ultra) high-net-worth individuals (UHNWI), entrepreneurs and top executives is traditionally centered around their core family, often consisting of direct descendants and sometimes spouses. However, an increasing number of testators either live in different personal circumstances or choose not to benefit their children directly, instead aiming to incentivize them to create their own wealth. This article highlights key considerations and potential pitfalls in estate planning for such...

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estate planning, succession planning, descendants