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Putting the Gratitude in GRATs—Understanding the Financial Planning and Psychological Effects of This and Other Tax Saving Ideas

In this episode of Splitting Heirs, host Warren K. Racusin invites Lowenstein partner Michael N. Gooen and Dr. Paul Hokemeyer, the founding principal of Drayson Mews, a mental health advisory firm that counsels wealthy individuals and families on mental health issues, to discuss the tax planning technique known as a grantor retained annuity trust ("GRAT"). The conversation explains the tax benefits of a GRAT, as well as the nuances required to successfully carry it out. The episode also analyzes the psychological effects first generation wealth and inherited fortunes can have if not planned for carefully. Speakers: Warren K. Racusin, Of Counsel, Trusts & Estates Michael N. Gooen, Partner, Trusts & Estates Dr. Paul Hokemeyer, (J.D., Ph.D.), Founder and Principal, Drayson Mews

4d ago

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30 min
APR 30

What's New in Employment Law? Part II: Federal Changes

In this episode of Just Compensation, Megan Monson, Amy Komoroski Wiwi, and Amy C. Schwind continue their discussion regarding employment law updates and trends from 2025 and what employers should expect as 2026 continues. They focus on broader changes, covering non-competes, pay transparency and pay data reporting, AI, and DEI. Listen to Part I here. Speakers: Megan Monson, Partner, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits Amy Wiwi, Partner, Employment Amy C. Schwind, Senior Counsel, Employment

Apr 30

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17 min
2D AGO

Borrowing Smart — Venture Debt and Other Financing Alternatives

In this episode of The Founder's Hour, Debt Finance partner Raquel Smith joins hosts Laura Cicirelli and Eric Weiner to discuss venture debt facilities. They unpack the key terms founders should understand in venture debt financings, including common red flags, affirmative and negative covenants, financial covenants, and events of default. The conversation also explores the importance of building strong relationships within the venture debt ecosystem, along with the broader risks, strategic considerations, and potential pitfalls associated with venture debt financings. Speakers: Laura Cicirelli, Partner, Emerging Companies & Venture Capital Eric Weiner, Partner, Emerging Companies & Venture Capital Raquel Smith, Partner, Debt Finance

2d ago

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43 min
MAR 26

What's New in Employment Law? Part I: State-Specific Changes

In this episode of Just Compensation, Megan Monson, Amy Komoroski Wiwi, and Amy C. Schwind discuss employment law updates and trends from 2025 and what employers should expect as 2026 continues. They delve into state-specific changes, noting minimum wage and salary threshold increases, prenatal leave and sick time, and independent contractor classifications, and other New York, New Jersey, and California legislation. Speakers: Megan Monson, Partner, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits Amy Wiwi, Partner, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits Amy C. Schwind, Senior Counsel, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits

Mar 26

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22 min
12/18/2025

ESOPs: What They Are, Why They're Used, Benefits, Drawbacks, and Pitfalls

In this episode of Just Compensation, Andrew E. Graw, Taryn E. Cannataro, and Zachary Bocian discuss ESOPs, employee stock ownership plans. The conversation covers the tax and non-tax benefits of ESOPs, and how ESOPs can be used by shareholders of closely-held companies to diversify all or some of their equity in the company. Speakers: Andrew E. Graw, Partner and Chair, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits Taryn E. Cannataro, Counsel, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits Zachary Bocian, Associate, Executive Compensation

12/18/2025

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18 min
07/24/2025

From the Field to the Firm: How Competitive Sports Prepare Attorneys for their Careers

In this episode of Real Talk, Megan Monson chats with Lowenstein attorneys Melissa K. Parres and Bonnie E. Schipper about the valuable, transferrable skills women learn from playing competitive sports. Melissa and Bonnie share their personal team sports experiences from childhood to present day and how such experiences honed skills in leadership, teamwork, collaborative competition, and self-advocacy that they leverage in their careers as corporate attorneys. Speakers: Megan Monson, Partner, Executive Compensation, Employee Benefits Melissa K. Parres, Counsel, Mergers & Acquisitions Bonnie E. Schipper, Associate, Corporate

07/24/2025

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23 min
05/16/2024

Deferred Compensation: A Primer on Section 409A of the Code and Why it Matters

On this episode of "Just Compensation," the hosts provide an introduction into Section 409A, the complicated tax code provision that governs non-qualified deferred compensation: when does it apply, how do you comply with it, what are the exceptions, and what are the implications of noncompliance? Speakers: Darren Goodman, Vice Chair, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits Megan Monson, Partner, Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Jessica Kriegsfeld, Associate, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefit

05/16/2024

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21 min
03/14/2024

Mastering Management and Emotional Intelligence for Women Attorneys

Today on "Real Talk," Megan Monson, Nicole Fulfree, and Sarah Cole address the dos and don'ts for women attorneys seeking to develop effective management skills, emphasizing the critical role of emotional intelligence in legal practice. In addition to sharing their personal experiences and opinions on the most effective management styles, the hosts explore some of the hurdles women in law face in acquiring managerial training, discuss the importance of emotional intelligence in fostering teamwork, client relations, and personal growth, and provide practical advice on learning and teaching within the legal profession to enhance both personal and team success. Speakers: Megan Monson, Partner, Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Nicole Fulfree, Partner, Bankruptcy & Restructuring Sarah Cole, Senior Counsel, Capital Markets & Securities

03/14/2024

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19 min
2D AGO

The Legal Launchpad: Making the Most of Your Summer Associate Experience

In this episode of Women's Initiative Network: Real Talk, Melissa Leidl, Lowenstein's Senior Manager of Entry Level Recruiting, joins host Alessandra M. Moore in the first edition of "The Legal Launchpad" a Real Talk subseries featuring candid conversations about careers in law, the legal profession, and what it takes to succeed. Leidl and Moore share expectations and advice for summer associates, emphasizing the importance of seizing all opportunities throughout the summer. Speakers: Alessandra M. Moore, Associate, White Collar Defense Group Melissa Leidl, Senior Manager of Entry Level Recruiting

2d ago

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30 min
04/30/2024

Death and Dirt: Addressing the Injustices of the Past in Heirs Property

Today on "Splitting Heirs," host Warren Racusin speaks with Molefi McIntosh and Mavis Gragg about the "heirs' property problem--" or what happens to real estate when it is passed down within families without benefit of a will. The guests address the historical and legal impact as well as the economic and racial inequities that resulted from the fractionalization of real estate down through multiple generations, as well as recent efforts to right the injustices of the past through such legislation as the Uniform Partition of Heirs' Property Act, and new technology that leverages data to clear title. Speakers: Warren K. Racusin, Partner and Chair, Trusts & Estates Molefi McIntosh, Associate, Private Client Services Mavis Gragg, Co-Founder, HeirShares

04/30/2024

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31 min

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Putting the Gratitude in GRATs—Understanding the Financial Planning and Psychological Effects of This and Other Tax Saving Ideas

What's New in Employment Law? Part II: Federal Changes

Borrowing Smart — Venture Debt and Other Financing Alternatives

What's New in Employment Law? Part I: State-Specific Changes

ESOPs: What They Are, Why They're Used, Benefits, Drawbacks, and Pitfalls

From the Field to the Firm: How Competitive Sports Prepare Attorneys for their Careers

Deferred Compensation: A Primer on Section 409A of the Code and Why it Matters

Mastering Management and Emotional Intelligence for Women Attorneys

The Legal Launchpad: Making the Most of Your Summer Associate Experience

Death and Dirt: Addressing the Injustices of the Past in Heirs Property

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