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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 — 8 min read

Distribution of Trust Assets to Beneficiaries - What You Need to Know

Estate Planning — 8 min read

Everything You Should Know about Contingent Beneficiaries

Estate Planning — 12 min read

Inheritance Taxes - Here’s What You Need to Know

Wills — 15 min read

How to Protect Your Elders with a Fool-Proof Estate Plan - Case Study

Estate Planning — 10 min read

Community Property States & Definition

Trusts — 4 min read

Deed of Trust - What You Need to Know

Estate Planning — 3 min read

New York Changed its Power of Attorney Law: 6 Things You Should Know

Wills — 2 min read

Using a Pour-Over Will and Revocable Trust in Estate Planning

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