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Samuel B. Ledwitz Joins the The National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers

Samuel B. Ledwitz Joins the The National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers Link to Samuel’s Profile at The National Advocates The National Advocates: Top 100 Lawyers is an invitation-only national organization composed of America’s Premier Lawyers. Membership is extended solely to a select few of the most qualified attorneys from each state who exemplify superior qualifications of leadership, reputation, influence, stature and profile as lawyers practicing in designated aspects of the law. Members of The National Advocates are carefully screened prior to receiving an invitation for membership. The criteria used in the evaluation process include, but are not limited to, the following: Reputation among peers, the judiciary, and the public The previous year’s achievements in the practice area of specialty Board Certifications in area of specialty Nominations received from leading lawyers, current members and/or our executive committee members Leadership and membership within other national and state lawyer or specialty organizations Rankings and ratings of the attorney by established associations or organizations The National Advocates’ mission is to promote excellence in the legal profession through advocacy training, marketing, networking and education of lawyers....

Martin Ledwitz at the The Air & Waste Management Association’s 107th Annual Conference & Exhibition in Long Beach – June 24-27, 2014

From The  Air & Waste Management Association Website “Join the Air & Waste Management Association for our 107th Annual Conference & Exhibition on June 24-27, 2014 at the Long Beach Convention Center in Long Beach, California. This is the environmental industries’ premier education, networking, and solutions event where you will enhance your knowledge and network with fellow environmental professionals from around the world. The conference will feature a technical program boasting over 500 speakers, hundreds of exhibitors displaying the newest products and services, social tours and networking events, and professional development courses taught by leading instructors. The Air & Waste Management Association’s (A&WMA) Annual Conference & Exhibition returns once again to sunny Southern California, this time to the vibrant and digitally connected City of Long Beach. Long Beach is home to one of the world’s busiest seaports and is a center for transportation, industry, and progress. This, along with Long Beach’s convenient travel options, attractive climate, and endless entertainment, is sure to guarantee a spectacular conference experience for all!” Martin Ledwitz is a retired Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Air Force and Air Force Reserve. He has a B.S. in Engineering from NYU, an M.S. in Environmental Engineering from Washington State University, and diplomas in Management and International Relations from Air...

So You Have Been Named Executor of An Estate – What Does It Mean?

An executor is a person named by a Will in charge of wrapping up the decedent’s estate and making sure that the wishes of the decedent are followed. Often, people name close friends or relatives as executors of their estate, reflecting on that person’s trustworthiness, reliability, and managerial ability. People named as an executor frequently feel a sense of validation or honor at their designation, recognizing that it is a big deal to be left in charge of someone’s Will—but perhaps not recognizing the staggering amount of responsibilities and potential liability that accompany this distinction. An executor’s duties are imposed upon them by the probate code, and though the task of concluding an estate seems simple on the surface, it can be fraught with complications. The marquee duty of an executor is known as a “fiduciary duty,” meaning that the executor must act honestly, in good faith, and in the best interest of the beneficiaries of the estate. Any breach of these duties may expose an executor to personal liability if the beneficiaries choose to sue—something few executors expect. A typical estate, without any complications, can still take up to one year or more to conclude. During this time, an executor can expect to doing the following: Paying debts of the Estate Paying taxes due by the Estate Distributing assets to beneficiaries Creating and managing Estate accounts for handling expenses File the Will with the probate court, follow filing deadlines and instructions, notifying beneficiaries and named parties It is important to distinguish the role of an executor from that of a trustee. A trustee is a different type of...

Serving The Community – Attorney Gayle Carson

Attorney Gayle Carson of the Law Firm of Bezaire, Ledwitz & Associates, APC sits as a Director on the Cabrillo Beach Yacht Club : San Pedro, CA. Gayle Carson, Top Row, Third from Right. CBYC provides sailing instruction for all community youth, regardless of ability to pay. Each year and throughout the year, CBYC provides over 50,000 hours of instruction to youth sailors. Sailing teaches team work, intelligence and resourcefulness. CBYC’s program starts with sailing instruction and leads to sailboat racing opportunities around the world. In 2011, CBYC Junior Sailors participated in regattas all around the United States and in Europe. Two other CBYC community initiatives are our annual Angel Tree, providing toys to families at the Harbor Interfaith Shelter, and providing support to our Community...

SAMUEL LEDWITZ JOINS THE LOS ANGELES CHAPTER 147 AIR FORCE ASSOCIATION

2014 1Q AFA 147 Newsletter (Full Newsletter) “We would like to welcome as a new Community Partner, the law firm of Bezaire, Ledwitz & Associates, APC. Mr. Samuel B. Ledwitz, a partner, (and pictured at our Mixer) will represent the firm as the designated Air Force Association member. Located in the city of Torrance, the focus of firm’s law practice is on Wills, Trusts, and Probate Law.“...