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

Assigned posts

Articles by Evelyn Marie Torres

How to Invest an Inherited IRA: RMDs, Taxes & OptionsHow to Start a Trust Fund: Step-by-Step ProcessHow to Reduce Inheritance Tax: Gifts, Trusts and MoreCan I Give a Family Member Money Tax-Free?Different Types of Trusts: Which One Is Right for You?Can You Get a Loan on a House in Probate? Costs and RulesWhere to Get a Will Notarized: Options and CostsHow to Open a UGMA Account: Steps, Taxes, and RulesHow to Avoid Gift Tax on Property: Exclusions & LimitsWho Are the Beneficial Owners of a Trust Under the CTA?Who Is the Conservator of a Trust vs. Trustee?What to Do With a $400K Inheritance: Tax Rules and StepsCan You Donate an Inherited IRA to Charity? QCD RulesCan an Irrevocable Trust Get a Loan? Lender RequirementsWhat Are the Tax Benefits of Setting Up a Trust?Capital Gains Tax on Selling Inherited Property OverseasHow to Plan for Your Death: Wills, Trusts & DirectivesWill Trusts for Dummies: What They Are and How They WorkHow to Set Up a POD Bank Account: Steps and PitfallsHow to Avoid Estate Tax in Canada: Planning StrategiesWhere to Get a Power of Attorney: Lawyers vs. DIYCan I Have 2 Life Insurance Policies in the UK?Can a Trust Own an Insurance Policy: How It WorksHow Much Money Can You Get From Life Insurance?How to Properly Use Life Insurance: Loans, Taxes and MoreWhere to Find a Copy of a Will After a DeathWhat Do You Need for Retirement? Finances, Docs & PlansWhat Happens to Your Money When You Die: Wills, Debts & TaxesHow to Set Up a Will and Trust: Steps and CostsHow to Stop an Elderly Parent From Giving Money Away