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GERMANY’S WORLD ECONOMIC COUNCIL, HAS APPOINTED WILLIAM H. SHAWN AS THE FIRST AMERICAN TO ITS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Germany’s World Economic Council (WEC), has appointed William H. Shawn as the first American to its Executive Committee. Since its 2013 founding by German multinationals’ senior executives in manufacturing, technology, banking, and other industries, and by leaders in academia, the World Economic Council has developed national networks of business and academic leaders through its Internationaler Wirtschaftssenat […]

William H. ShawnCo-Managing Partner, ShawnCoulson

DOs and DON’Ts to Help Avoid Collection Problems

Many companies run into problems with customers or clients not paying their bills on time — or not paying at all. The best way to avoid uncollectible bills depends on several factors — such as whether you sell products or services and the type of payment practices that are customary in your industry. For example, payment […]

William H. ShawnCo-Managing Partner, ShawnCoulson

Ivins, Phillips & Barker Chartered – Newsletter – June 19

Follow links to the IPB Tax, Trusts & Estates Newsletter In This Issue: Tips to Avoid Probate – Creating jointly titled property and proper beneficiary designations, transferring property to an LP, LLC, or revocable trust, and planning for non-domiciliary assets may avoid the expense, hassle and intrusions of probate. Planning When Death Seems Imminent – Empowering trustees […]

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Tax Issues When Winding Up the Estate of a Loved One

When a loved one who was “financially comfortable” passes away, his or her family must deal with the emotional issues that come with the loss — as well as winding up the decedent’s financial affairs. Surviving family members are often unprepared for the tax issues that may arise when a loved one dies. Here’s some guidance […]

William H. ShawnCo-Managing Partner, ShawnCoulson

Why You Need a Durable Power of Attorney For Finances

Incapacitation is a possibility for people as they grow older. A durable power of attorney assigned to a trustworthy and responsible individual can help alleviate worries that health problems will prevent you from handling financial matters at some point in the future. Unfortunately, incapacitation can happen to anyone at any time. Therefore, it’s essential to understand […]

William H. ShawnCo-Managing Partner, ShawnCoulson

Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Gives Companies Breathing Room

The uncertain economy has resulted in many companies seeking a fresh start under Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. This route can help businesses that feel they could be profitable if they could get some relief from their debts. Generally, filing Chapter 11 is done voluntarily by a company to protect itself from creditors. It’s different from Chapter […]

William H. ShawnCo-Managing Partner, ShawnCoulson

Doug Andre Interviewed by CNBC on Royal Baby Archie’s Future Tax Bills

CNBC interviewed IPB partner Doug Andre for an article entitled, “Royal baby Archie faces a complicated tax situation.” Should the newest member of the Royal Family – a U.S. citizen by birth via his American mother, Meghan Markle – choose to retain his U.S. citizenship into adulthood, he will continue to face the lifelong American tax […]

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Doug Andre Quoted in Politico on Royal Baby’s Potential Tax Headaches

IPB partner Doug Andre was interviewed by Politico, for its Morning Tax edition, on the potential U.S. tax obligations for Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s new baby, Archie. Because the new royal was born to an American citizen, conferring American citizenship upon him, he could face the same U.S. tax obligations as any other American living overseas. ‘”It’s […]

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Ivins, Phillips & Barker Chartered – Newsletter

We have been closely following the new 21% excise tax under Section 4960 for highly compensated non-profit employees.  Although targeted to non-profits, the tax can affect corporations who are “related” to non-profits, including corporations with company foundations, VEBAs or PACs.  Attached are the alert we sent out last month and a comment letter we will […]

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US Law Alert

Hi all, we hope you enjoy these articles:  Business Fraud Prevention & Detection Don’t Let Trade Secrets Leave with Employees Desperate times can sometimes result in desperate measures. Fraud can result when employees are pressured to generate revenue or when they have financial difficulties. Economic espionage is defined as the theft or misappropriation of trade […]

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ShawnCoulson International Lawyers – Newsletter, April 2019

Please take five minutes to read our April 22, 2019, newsletter, to learn about: Federal Requirements When a Product is Dangerous Six Steps to Prevent Trust From Being Betrayed Exploring the Cashless Movement in Retail Does Your Company Allow Vaping on the Job? We hope you enjoy all our articles. Cordially, William H. Shawn Co-Managing Partner

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