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Doug Luftman

Doug Luftman, @DougLuftman

Chief Legal Officer, Trust & Will

Doug Luftman is a seasoned Silicon Valley legal executive with over 25 years of experience, currently serving as Chief Legal Officer at Trust & Will. He has held senior leadership positions at companies including DocuSign, NetApp, Intel, Palm, and several technology startups, where he played a pivotal role in driving the development of cutting-edge products and scaling businesses for sustained growth. Doug has testified before government bodies worldwide, shaping critical policies on technology and innovation. He is a frequent writer and speaker at prestigious academic institutions and industry forums. Doug holds a Juris Doctor from George Washington University Law School and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from UCLA.

Articles from this author

Trusts — 3 min read

What If My Heggstad Petition is Denied? What You Need to Know

Trusts — 10 min read

What is a Trustee: Everything You Need to Know

Estate Planning — 4 min read

What Are the Different Types of Non Probate Assets?

Estate Planning — 4 min read

What Happens If I Don't File for Probate?

Estate Planning — 5 min read

A Guide to Beneficiary Deed States

Trusts — 5 min read

Grantor Trusts Guide: Definition, Rules & Tax Implications

Guardianship — 8 min read

Guardianship vs Parental Rights: Does Guardianship Override Parental Rights?

Estate Planning — 10 min read

Understanding Intestate Succession: A Complete Guide

Trusts — 6 min read

A Guide to Discretionary Trusts