Paris Jackson has gone public with allegations that the longtime trustees of her late father’s estate have been misappropriating funds and mismanaging one of the most valuable entertainment empires in history. 08 May

Jackson Estate: Is Michael’s Daughter Receiving Terrible Advice?

Estate tax planning can significantly affect what you leave behind. Here are six ways to help minimize taxes on your estate... 01 Apr

Six Ways to Help Minimize Taxes on Your Estate in Canada

Estate planning becomes more complicated when assets, citizenship and tax rules extend beyond a single country. In this episode of Celebrity Estates, David Lenok speaks with Martin Behn about these challenges. 16 Mar

Celebrity Estates Podcast: Cross-Border Planning Lessons

Nearly 17 years after Michael's death, his daughter Paris has formally challenged the lawyers managing the estate. The dispute raises questions about transparency in managing one of the most profitable celebrity estates in entertainment history. 12 Mar

Michael Jackson’s Daughter Paris Challenges Estate Executors

An unusual court fight that's been playing out in Pennsylvania for over a year has pitted more than a dozen schools against the family of the late Campbell’s Soup heiress, Dodo Hamilton, who provided more than half of the UArts endowment. Her heirs are now seeking to claw it back. 09 Mar

Campbell’s Soup Heirs vs Colleges: Court Battle Over Endowment

Building a multi-million dollar estate takes decades of vision, sacrifice, and relentless hard work. Here are the harsh realities of leaving that wealth completely unprotected and why establishing a wealth preservation strategy must be your top priority. 04 Mar

Harsh Realities of Leaving 7-Figure Wealth Completely Unprotected

Few narrative devices expose human venality with the precision of inheritance theft. This collection of ten films rigorously examines the subgenre to explore the psychological and legal intricacies of usurped fortunes. 04 Feb

Estate Disputes & Inheritance Theft Themes Explored in 10 Films

The ongoing legal dispute within the Rothschild family over a stunning collection of art captures the intrigue surrounding one of the world’s most powerful families. As the case unfolds, the art world watches closely. 17 Dec

Rothschild Family Feud Erupts Over ‘Mini-Louvre’ Art Collection

Actress Diane Keaton left behind not just a remarkable legacy but an important reminder about estate planning for our pets. 04 Nov

Pet Trusts: What We Can Learn from Diane Keaton’s Estate

An estate tax is levied on the deceased's estate, while an inheritance tax is paid by heirs subject to the tax (spouses are usually exempt). Over a dozen states currently impose estate or inheritance taxes. Find out where you’ll have to pay... 24 Oct

2025 Update: States with Scary Estate & Inheritance Taxes

The Guinness family’s story shows that inheritance without structure can lead to division... When assets, wishes, and responsibilities are clearly defined, you’re not just protecting your property—you’re protecting your family’s relationships and legacy. 14 Oct

Inheritance Conflict & Division: Lessons from The Guinness Family

The McCain Foods succession dispute was a bitter, multi-year feud between brothers Harrison and Wallace McCain, co-founders of the french fry giant, that began in the early 1990s.  07 Oct

McCain Foods Succession Dispute: Brother vs Brother