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 — 3 min read
What to Do if I Inherit an IRA Account

Wills — 4 min read
What are Demonstrative Bequests and How do They Relate to Estate Planning?

End of Life Planning — 3 min read
How to Prevent Elder Abuse with Estate Planning

Estate Planning — 3 min read
Pre-Divorce Estate Planning

Estate Planning — 3 min read
The Top 3 Digitization Trends Shaping the Estate Planning Industry Today

Estate Planning — 4 min read
Everything You Need to Know About Joint Tenancy

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