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Practice Areas

Education

Georgetown University Law Center
Washington, D.C.
LL.M.

Duke University School of Law
Durham, North Carolina
J.D., with honors

University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
B.A., with highest distinction

Bar Admissions

Michigan
California
New York

Court Admissions

All Michigan state courts

Estate Planning Attorney

Rebecca is a partner with the Estate Planning Team. She counsels high-net-worth individuals and families in all personal legal matters, including sophisticated tax and estate planning, philanthropy, real estate and business succession.

With a wealth of experience in tax controversy, she guides clients through various challenges pertaining to income tax, estate tax, and gift tax audits. She has also provided invaluable support in navigating complex valuation matters, securing private letter rulings, and overseeing tax appeals.

Rebecca has unique expertise in the field of art law, specializing in a diverse range of areas such as art transactions, including purchase, sale, consignment, and collection management. Her expertise also extends to crucial aspects like insurance, appraisal, charitable donations, attribution, cultural heritage property, and customs compliance.

In addition, Rebecca has comprehensive knowledge in the establishment and ongoing legal counsel for foundations and public charities, including a deep understanding of intricate charitable structures.

Rebecca is licensed to practice in New York and California, in addition to Michigan. She has significant experience with multi-jurisdictional estate planning and strategies to minimize state estate and gift tax.

Honors and Recognitions

Best Lawyers in America®, Tax Law, 2013 – 2023

DBusiness Top Lawyers, 2014 – 2015

Leading Lawyers Magazine Michigan, 2017

Michigan Super Lawyers, Rising Star, 2008 – 2010

Professional Affiliations

State Bar of Michigan

California Bar Association

New York Bar Association

Financial & Estate Planning Council of Detroit

Duke University Alumni Association

Community Involvement

Detroit Institute of Arts, Founders Junior Council, Board of Directors, Robert H. Tannahill Society

HAVEN, Board of Directors

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