Estate Tax Law
Estate taxes are imposed by the federal government on the transfer of a deceased person's property to heirs and others identified in estate planning documents (such as wills). This section contains information and resources on estate taxes and other taxation issues related to estate planning and the administration of an estate. For general tax law information, see FindLaw's Tax Law Center. For estate planning tax info, choose a link below to get started.
- Estate and Gift Tax: An Overview
explanation of estate and gift taxes, with examples of how the taxes are assessed.
- Estate and Gift Tax FAQ
answers to common questions about estate and gift taxes.
- 10 Ways to Reduce Estate Taxes
tips on estate-planning methods that can lower or eliminate taxes on an estate.
- Using Life Insurance to Avoid Estate Taxes
life insurance offer opportunities to provide for loved ones without triggering the estate tax.
- State Estate Tax Laws
find out if your state has an estate tax and what the terms of the law are.
- Federal Estate and Gift Tax Laws
learn more about the federal laws that give rise to the estate and gift taxes.
- Reduce Estate Tax by Making Gifts
ways to reduce tax liability by balancing the estate and gift taxes.
- Tax Planning for Larger Estates
the larger the estate, the harder the estate-planning. Find out how to organize estates with plentiful assets. (FindLaw Bookshelf)
- Tax Center
links to IRS tax forms, instructions and publications.
- Federal Tax Laws and Regulations
the tax code is notoriously complex, but you can learn more about it here.
- State Tax Laws, Forms, and Agencies
resources to help with state tax law issues.
- Trusts
AB trusts can provide benefits for a surviving spouse, preserve assets for children and avoid the estate tax.
- Charitable Trusts
charitable trusts allow you to make a donation of assets to a charity but still receive income from those assets.
- Pooled Charitable Trust
pooled charitable trusts offer another way to donate assets but still earn income from them.