Please join McGuireWoods’ private wealth services group for a four-part virtual seminar series. In light of the current and unpredictable environment created by the pandemic, we have decided to move our annual fall programming to a virtual video webinar series. We welcome all who previously attended in person to join us for any or all of these informative sessions this September.
Speakers will provide a comprehensive update on important issues facing the industry and beyond:
A Scouting Report: Recent Developments in Federal Wealth Transfer Tax
Wednesday, Sept. 9
McGuireWoods private wealth services partner William I. Sanderson and associate Laura A. Meis review recent legislative, regulatory and judicial development in the estate, gift and generation-skipping tax fields, and look ahead to the challenges and opportunities these developments create for clients. Among the areas discussed are the SECURE Act, planning in light of the legislative changes, valuation issues, the marital deduction, gifting strategies, charitable issues, asset protection, the generation-skipping tax and insurance.
Proving a Real Signature in a Surreal World: Notarization Concerns During a Pandemic
Wednesday, Sept. 16
The COVID-19 pandemic, which has limited the ability of individuals to leave their homes or meet in person with others, has brought significant attention to the logistics of execution and notarization of documents. States have attempted to address these issues by enacting new (and, in some cases, temporary) legislation or executive orders to provide relief, and the acronym RON (remote online notarization) is commonly used — and misused — to describe the relief provided. Private wealth services partner Andrea C. Chomakos and commercial litigation attorney Addison E. Fontein will help reduce current confusion by covering the various means by which documents can be executed and notarized electronically and/or remotely, including a review of state enacted legislation and executive orders.
Update on Washington
Wednesday, Sept. 23
McGuireWoods Consulting federal public affairs senior vice presidents Mona G. Mohib and Ryan M. Bernstein will provide their insights on what’s happening in Washington, D.C. Analyzing activity both on Capitol Hill and in the executive branch, Mona and Ryan will provide these updates against the backdrop of critical elections in the U.S. Senate, House of Representatives and the White House.
Facing Mental Health Challenges During a Pandemic
Wednesday, Sept. 30
The new reality of social distancing and other safety measures is testing everyone, and unless we act now to address the mental health needs associated with the pandemic, there will be significant long-term repercussions for families, communities and societies. Virginia Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program Clinical Director Jim Leffler will dive into tips and resources for managing and protecting your mental health during these trying times.