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In reply to the discussion: Jeffrey Epstein signed new will just two days before he died [View all]dflprincess
(28,057 posts)2. I know nothing of trusts so I'm seriously asking
could this be a way to protect his estate from lawsuits?
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Trusts are a way of passing on assets without going through probate.
PoindexterOglethorpe
Aug 2019
#17
I really doubt you can assume that his lawyers knew of his plans based on the fact that
LisaL
Aug 2019
#36
Unlike most wealthies, Epstein did not leverage the masses to accumulate wealth
bucolic_frolic
Aug 2019
#29
Some good looking athletes make more money endorsing than on their sport contracts.
oldsoftie
Aug 2019
#30
He made his fortune in finance, but was definitely involved in some shady stuff
IronLionZion
Aug 2019
#32