They Can Sue You… How the Wealthy Protect Assets: Bridge Trusts & Offshore Entities

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Understanding Asset Protection and Trusts with Brian Bradley | Managing Wealth and Legal Risks

In this episode, we dive into the complexities of asset protection and trusts with experienced attorney Brian Bradley. We explore various strategies for shielding your assets from lawsuits and creditors, including offshore trusts, bridge trusts, limited partnerships, and the pitfalls of domestic options. Ideal for high-net-worth individuals or those in high-risk professions, this episode offers valuable insights into legally safeguarding your wealth. Brian also answers audience questions about structuring entities for real estate investments, managing legal risks, and the implications of fraudulent conveyance. Created by Doug Lodmell - The Bridge Trust® combines the protection of a fully offshore asset protection trust with the simplicity of a domestic trust

37:29 Introduction to Asset Protection

37:54 The Cost and Value of Setting Up Trusts

38:22 Understanding Irrevocable Trusts

38:51 The Bridge Trust Explained

39:38 Legal and Practical Considerations

42:40 Fraudulent Conveyance and Legal Risks

50:49 Different Types of Trusts and Their Uses

56:10 Cost and Process of Setting Up a Bridge Trust

57:45 Alternatives to Bridge Trusts

01:01:45 Future of Asset Protection

01:01:50 Challenges in Asset Protection

01:02:10 Specialization in Law Firms

01:02:36 Asset Protection Strategies

01:02:57 Offshore Trusts and Hybrid Options

01:05:46 Domestic Asset Protection Trusts

01:06:54 Insurance Limitations

01:08:18 Real-Life Legal Scenarios

01:09:36 Integrating Existing LLC Structures

01:10:07 Benefits of Limited Partnerships

01:12:09 Breaking the Bridge in Asset Protection

01:14:20 Role of Offshore Trustees

01:21:42 Importance of Pre-Litigation Planning

01:23:37 Final Thoughts and Q&A

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