Stephanie T. Seiffert

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• Rochester Business Journal

  Rochester Chamber announces finalists for ATHENA Awards

  This article mentions Rochester Private Clients partner Stephanie Seiffert as a finalist for the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce’s ATHENA International Award. This award is given to a professional female leader “who has demonstrated significant achievements in business, community service, and the professional advancement of women.”

  Nov 13, 2023
• The Daily Record

  Power List for Trusts & Estates 2023

  This article profiles Rochester Private Clients partner Stephanie Seiffert, who was named to the publication’s 2023 “Power 20 Trusts & Estates” list. Stephanie discusses what she enjoys most about her position and practicing in the Rochester area, and the biggest challenges currently in trusts and estates law.

  Aug 3, 2023
• Rochester Business Journal

  Advantages and pitfalls of irrevocable trusts

  This story, as part of the publication’s special report on trusts & estates, quotes Rochester Private Clients partner Stephanie Seiffert on several key considerations for clients when entering into an irrevocable trust, most notably, understanding the balance between having control over the trust and its tax benefits.
  Dec 17, 2021
• Rochester Business Journal

  Estate, tax planning reminders and actions for holiday season

  Rochester Private Clients partner Stephanie Seiffert and associate Brian Roth contributed this article on end-of-year key considerations when reviewing one’s estate planning documents, gifting techniques, tax withholdings, and tax elections, especially in light of the proposed income tax changes to fund President Biden’s agenda.
  Nov 18, 2021
• The Daily Record

  Power 20 Trusts & Estates 2021 – Stephanie Seiffert

  Rochester Private Clients partner Stephanie Seiffert has been named to the publication’s “Power 20 Trusts & Estates 2021” list. The accolade also includes a short Q&A article on Stephanie’s legal practice and her outlook on the industry, challenges faced during the pandemic, and her community impact and involvement.
  Aug 27, 2021
• Rochester Business Journal

  Looking into the crystal ball: Estate planning during uncertain times

  Rochester Private Clients partner Stephanie Seiffert and associate Brian Roth contributed this column outlining the Biden administration’s proposed changes to the current income, estate and gift tax regime, their impacts on tax payers, and steps individuals can proactively take in their estate planning to better position themselves midway through the year.
  Aug 13, 2021
• Rochester Business Journal

  Federal Estate Tax Law Changes Are Possible in Biden Administration

  Rochester Private Clients partner Stephanie Seiffert was quoted in this article for her outlook on estate taxes amid the pandemic and end-of-year best practices for estate planning.
  Dec 18, 2020
• Rochester Business Journal

  Should You Be in a Hurry to Make Gifts Before the End of the Year

  Rochester Private Clients partner Stephanie Seiffert contributed this article for her outlook on estate and gift tax strategies amid the incoming Biden administration, from a state and federal perspective.
  Dec 18, 2020
• Rochester Business Journal

  Industry Experts' Insight in Investment Planning as New Year Approaches

  In this article on the possible changes the new year may bring to the federal tax system, Rochester Private Clients partner Stephanie Seiffert was quoted for her outlook on the importance of being flexible in one’s investment portfolio and taking advantage of the current tax policies.
  Nov 6, 2020
• Rochester Business Journal

  It takes a team to make sure your estate is ready for all eventualities

  This article features Rochester Private Clients partner Stephanie Seiffert discussing the value of having a trusted advisor who can help navigate the complexities of a trust and estates plan.
  Dec 27, 2019
• WHEC-TV

  Women of Excellence: Honoring outstanding women in our community

  Rochester Private Clients partner Stephanie Seiffert was recognized on Thursday as one of the region’s Women of Excellence, as chosen by the Rochester Business Journal.
  May 9, 2019
• Rochester Business Journal

  2019 Women of Excellence: RBJ honors 7 women in legal community

  Rochester Private Clients partner Stephanie Seiffert is honored in this article for earning Rochester Business Journal’s 2019 Women of Excellence award, which recognizes high-achieving female attorneys based on their professional experience, leadership and community involvement. Rochester of counsel Susan Robfogel, a retired partner, was also recognized and will be inducted to the publication’s Circle of Excellence.
  March 22, 2019
• WROC-AM

  Interview

  Rochester Private Clients partner Stephanie Seiffert is interviewed about her leadership role with the Women’s Council, a regional organization whose mission is “to nurture a vibrant and successful community for business and professional women.”
  Jan 20, 2019
• Rochester Business Journal 2016 Guide to Wealth Management

  Involving Children in Estate Planning

  Rochester private clients partner Stephanie Seiffert and associate Kenneth Hunt authored this piece on the importance of families having their children involved in the estate planning process.
  March 11, 2016
• Rochester Business Journal

  Is Your Estate Plan as Out-of-Date as the Eight-Track Tape?

  This contributed article co-authored by Rochester Business Transactions partner Jeff LaBarge and Rochester Private Clients counsel Stephanie Seiffert focuses on including your digital assets (such as online accounts) when putting together your estate plan.
  May 9, 2014