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Provided by Catherine Grevers Schmidt
Partner focusing on complex estate and tax planning for high-net-worth individuals and families, entrepreneurs and real estate owners, and on planning for the generation-skipping transfer tax. Assists clients in minimizing the impact of estate and gift taxes on their estate plans, and in transferring family wealth to their children and grandchildren. Has considerable experience in the administration of large estates and trusts, advising clients on private foundation matters and in representing clients in contested estate and gift tax audits. In addition to numerous audits settled at the initial and appeals levels, she has also represented clients before the U.S. Tax Court, achieving favorable settlement results and trial victories.
Joined the Firm in 2014; Partner since 2014
• New York University School of Law (J.D., magna cum laude, 1993)
• Harvard University (Ed.M., 1989)
• Georgetown University (B.S., cum laude, 1986)
Provided by Chambers
Provided by Chambers
Cathy is the most extraordinary professional and intuitive person I have ever worked with - plus she is personable, fun and kind. Cathy has brilliant skills and a intuitive, perceptive personality.
Cathy is a truly brilliant lawyer who has always listened to my concerns and come up with unique, creative ideas. A fantastic problem solver who truly cares and does what's best for each individual.
Cathy is the most extraordinary professional and intuitive person I have ever worked with - plus she is personable, fun and kind. Cathy has brilliant skills and a intuitive, perceptive personality.
Cathy is a truly brilliant lawyer who has always listened to my concerns and come up with unique, creative ideas. A fantastic problem solver who truly cares and does what's best for each individual.
