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  • Russell Willis III, J.D., LL.M.

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    Russ works as a freelance paralegal consultant to lawyers working with exempt organizations, contributors, and their advisors in structuring contributions of closely held business and real property interests, so as to serve the mutual advantage of all parties. He also provides in-depth legal research, critical analysis, and advice on fiduciary income tax and transfer tax planning and trust administration more generally.
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