Gary A. Forster
Gary Forster is the managing partner and co-founder of ForsterBoughman. His practice includes domestic and international corporate law, asset protection, tax, and estate planning. Gary handles a wide variety of corporate and personal planning matters. Gary is the author of two books. In 2013, he wrote Asset Protection for Professionals, Entrepreneurs and Investors, a guide to asset protection strategies for clients and their financial advisors, now in its second edition. In 2020, he finished the second edition of The U.S. Estate and Gift Tax and the Non-Citizen, which explains how resident and non-resident foreign nationals are impacted by the U.S. Estate and Gift Tax. Gary writes and lectures nationally to state bar and CPA groups on the topics of asset protection, international tax and corporate law. He has also instructed classes at the University of Florida (Levin College of Law) and Rollins College (Crummer Graduate School of Business). Gary’s articles can be found in such publications as the Florida Bar Journal and the American Bar Association’s Probate and Property Magazine. Gary earned a B.A. from Tufts University, graduating cum laude with majors in Economics and Spanish Literature. He received his J.D. from the University of Florida College of Law, graduating with honors. Gary continued his studies as a graduate fellow at the University of Florida College of Law, Masters of Taxation program, earning an LL.M. His education also includes studies at the University of Madrid, Oxford University and Leiden University in the Netherlands. Gary is rated AV-Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell and speaks Spanish fluently.
Tuesday, 23 April 2024 00:00
Gary analyzes the limits of protective structuring across jurisdictions, focusing on how to best avoid the weaknesses and bolster the strengths of the single member LLC, in his seminar: "Single Member LLCs: Top 10 Tips and Traps" for the NBI
Single Member LLCs: Top 10 Tips and Traps
In this seminar, we explore the limits of protective structuring and the role of insurance. We analyze the variety of benefits and drawbacks available in different jurisdictions and how to best implement the most protective strategies. Our focus is on the strengths and weaknesses of LLCs offered domestically and abroad and how to combine the LLC and trust in a layered yet manageable construct.
Tuesday, April 23rd @ 10 AM ET
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Wednesday, 06 March 2024 19:00
Gary presents for National Business Institute's LLC Rules Changes Guide 2024 Program. He discusses U.S. court rulings on entity and trust protections across multiple jurisdictions, in his seminar, "Asset Protection and the Latest State Case Law."
Asset Protection and the Latest State Case Law
In this seminar, we discuss how U.S. courts have ruled on entity and trust protections in the various jurisdictions. This section of the "LLC Rules Changes Guide 2024" program will equip attendees with the knowledge necessary to update appliable asset protection techniques and structures.
Wednesday, March 6th @ 2 PM ET
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Monday, 05 February 2024 19:00
Gary presents for the Single-Member LLCs: Attorneys' Guide program an overview of legal traps and hazards potentially hindering asset protection strategies, in his seminar: "Asset Protection Pitfalls" for the National Business Institute.
Asset Protection Pitfalls
In this seminar, we discuss how advisors and clients have unintentionally undermined asset protection strategies, both domestic and foreign. Attendees will learn about current cases and how to avoid weakening protective structures.
Tuesday, February 6th @ 12:45 PM ET
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Wednesday, 17 January 2024 19:00
Gary heads to Downtown Miami to discuss the latest developments and trends in tax law for "Tax & Tonic: Practical advice for sophisticated CPAs" at La Terraza Cafe and Bar (first floor of the JW Marriott Miami.)
Tax & Tonic: Practical advice for sophisticated CPAs
Tax & Tonic is a discussion group intended to inform CPAs of pertinent tax law changes and issues, with a focus on international, corporate and estate tax matters.
Thursday, January 18th @ 5 PM ET
La Terraza Cafe and Bar
1109 Brickell Avenue
Miami, FL 33131
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Wednesday, 20 December 2023 19:00
Gary covers foreign trust benefits, tax strategies, and practical considerations, in his seminar: "Welcome to America: Immigration Tax Planning for the Wealthy using Foreign Trusts" via Live National Webinar.
Welcome to America: Immigration Tax Planning for the Wealthy using Foreign Trusts
In this seminar, we provide an overview of how the foreign trust may be used to shelter foreign income and assets from US estate and gift tax. Attendees will learn about the timing of funding a foreign structure, when to establish US residency, business entities, and how to abandon a plan without tax implications. We will also explore key topics such as jurisdiction selection and how best to handle foreign and US trust beneficiaries.
Thursday, December 21st @ 12 Noon ET
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Thursday, December 21st @ 12 Noon ET
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Monday, 13 November 2023 08:46
Foreign Trusts: Income Tax and the Nonresident Noncitizen Grantor
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Thursday, 19 October 2023 20:00
Gary explains how to best choose and implement the use of LLCs in protective structuring in his seminar, "Structuring and Funding the LLC: Advanced Asset Protection Strategies" for the National Business Institute.
Structuring and Funding the LLC: Advanced Asset Protection Strategies
In this seminar, we explore advanced asset protection strategies, including the protective aspects of LLCs and how to best combine the LLC with domestic and offshore asset protection trusts. We cover legal cases, domestic vs. foreign options, and the keys to effectiveness. This seminar is ideal for financial and legal professionals.
Friday, October 20th @ 11 AM ET
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Sunday, 24 September 2023 20:00
Gary explores partnership tax considerations for family structures, asset protection, jurisdiction choices, and trust strategies in his seminar, "Family Limited Partnerships in Estate Planning Program" for the National Business Institute.
Family Limited Partnerships in Estate Planning Program
In this seminar, we explore a wide range of topics raised by the family investment structure. Included in the discussion will be estate and gift tax strategies, distribution and basis issues and how to best protect partnership assets for generations. Attendees will gain insight into selecting the right jurisdiction and how to blend partnership and trust strategies (foreign and domestic). Discussion includes nuances like partnership tax classification and "S" status for family businesses.
Monday, September 25th @ 2 PM ET
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Tuesday, 22 August 2023 20:00
Foreign Trusts: Income Tax and the U.S. Grantor
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Sunday, 27 August 2023 20:00
Gary meets with New York City CPAs to discuss the latest developments and trends in tax law for "Tax & Tonic: Practical advice for sophisticated CPAs" at The New Yorker Hotel in Midtown Manhattan.
Tax & Tonic: Practical advice for sophisticated CPAs
Tax & Tonic is a discussion group intended to inform CPAs of pertinent tax law changes and issues, with a focus on international, corporate and estate tax matters.
Monday, August 28th @ 5 PM ET
The New Yorker Hotel
481 8th Avenue
New York, NY 10001
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Orlando (Maitland), Florida 32751
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