About the Author

Doug Luftman, @DougLuftman
Legal Expert
Doug Luftman is a seasoned Silicon Valley legal executive with over 25 years of experience. 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 — 5 min read
Medicaid Estate Recovery - What You Need to Know & How to Avoid It

Estate Planning — 4 min read
Gen C vs Gen Z: Impact in Estate Planning

Estate Planning — 6 min read
Generation Caregiver for a Child with a Disability - What You Need to Know

Estate Planning — 4 min read
Medical Proxy: How to Choose a Health Care Proxy

Estate Planning — 5 min read
Generation Caregiver for Minors - What You Need to Know

End of Life Planning — 4 min read
Death Notice: How to Report Death to Credit Bureaus

Estate Planning — 5 min read
Surrogate Court & Estate Planning: What You Need to Know

End of Life Planning — 5 min read
A Guide to Forwarding Mail After Death - What You Need to Know

Estate Planning — 4 min read
Do Not Resuscitate: Do DNR Forms Need to be Notarized?