Wills. Living trusts. Joint tenancy. Community property. Gift taxes. Estate Taxes. Guardianship for minor children. These are some of the topics often discussed in Estate Planning, a term that refers to the use, conservation and disposition of a person's property and wealth during one’s lifetime and after death. And while it may at times seem anxiety-producing, it’s never too soon to learn about the fundamentals of estate planning to minimize taxes and make provisions for your family.

As a service to parents, faculty/staff, grandparents and alumni, Brooklyn Friends School annually offers a “Fundamentals of Estate Planning” seminar conducted by alumnus Richard Cutler, Esq.’62.

This informative event, for BFS families, faculty and friends, takes place on Wednesday, February 20, 2008 from 8 to 10 am in the third floor library conference room. The seminar will be repeated on Thursday, April 17, 2008, 8 to 10 am.

At the seminar, Richard presents estate planning concepts and answers your questions in easy-to-understand terms. Topics may include federal estate and gift taxes, wills and living trusts, and passing assets on to heirs without gift and estate taxes. Learn the questions to ask your lawyer.

Richard’s seminars have become so popular that we are offering two sessions this year. No matter which seminar you choose to attend, you will learn the basics and some of the finer points of estate planning in a relaxed environment.

Space is limited. Please register by February 19 for the February Seminar and by April 11 for the April seminar, with Susan Price, Director of Alumnae/i. Phone: 718-852-1029, ext. 208 or E-mail: sprice [at] brooklynfriends [dot] org.