Estate and Trust Planning

A private trust in India is created by a written trust deed that defines the author (settlor), trustees, beneficiaries, ...

A family (private) trust is a legal arrangement where a settlor transfers assets to trustees to hold for beneficiaries, ...

Use a Will for simple estates and clear asset distribution. Choose a Private Trust when you want control during your lif...

Short answer: A holding company (HoldCo) is a private limited company set up to own shares of operating companies (OpCos...

Summary (TL;DR): The best succession plan for an Indian business family blends a clear governance framework (family cons...

Quick answer: Probate is a court order that confirms a Will’s validity and authorises the executor to transfer the decea...

Guardianship ensures someone you trust can legally care for your minor children or dependent family members and manage t...

In India, gifts from relatives are tax-exempt, but gifts from non-relatives above ₹50,000 are taxable in the recipient’s...