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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

Estate Planning — 4 min read

Deed 101– If my name is on the deed do I own the property?

Wills — 2 min read

What To Do If You’re Left Out Of a Will

Estate Planning — 10 min read

Estate Settlement 101: Settling an Estate after Death

Estate Planning — 5 min read

A Guide to Interspousal Transfer Deeds

Estate Planning — 5 min read

How to Correct an Error in a Deed

Estate Planning — 3 min read

What is the Deed to a House & Why It Matters

Estate Planning — 3 min read

How to Correct an Error in a Deed in New York

Estate Planning — 4 min read

A Guide to Register of Deeds

Estate Planning — 4 min read

Deed 101: who is responsible for recording a property deed?