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November 20, 2025

Are Santa Clauses in Estate Planning Documents Always a Welcome Gift, New York City Bar Association Estate & Gift Taxation Committee

We're pleased to announce that members of our New York Private Client group presented to the New York City Bar Association's Estate & Gift Taxation Committee on November 20.

Partners Marjorie W. Hornaday and Michael S. Schwartz, and Associate Benjamin Millard discussed strategies and recent developments in New York estate-tax planning, drawing on their article "Are Santa Clauses in Estate Planning Documents Always a Welcome Gift?"

Their presentation explored common planning techniques for New York residents and highlight potential pitfalls, helping fellow practitioners provide the best advice to their clients.

Contacts

Michael S. Schwartz
Michael S. Schwartz
Partner
New York, NY
| (212) 297-2428
Marjorie W. Hornaday
Marjorie W. Hornaday
Partner
New York, NY
| (212) 297-2443
Benjamin N. Millard
Benjamin N. Millard
Associate
New York, NY
| (212) 297-2464

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