In many cases, plaintiffs have been subject to tax on the legal fee portion of their recovery since the 2018 tax law overhaul. In 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act made those changes permanent. Join trial lawyer Shahrad Milanfar and plaintiff tax expert Jeremy Babener as they discuss how the proactive use of trust solutions can avoid this double tax, as well as other arrangements that can further increase your clients’ net recoveries. Milanfar and Babener will discuss problems, solutions, and how to protect plaintiffs in real-world litigation and settlement negotiations. 

Topics covered include:

• How double taxation impacts settlement value and client recovery
• The case types where this tax issue commonly arises
• Presettlement strategies that will help your clients reduce their tax exposure
• How to set expectations with clients and defendants

Shahrad Milanfar is a trial lawyer who has recovered millions for his clients, including a recent $32 million verdict in a nursing home negligence case. He has over two decades of experience tackling complex and serious injury cases, as well as extensive experience in mediation. Jeremy Babener is a nationally recognized tax attorney and contributing author to Winning Settlements. He regularly consults with plaintiffs’ firms across the country on the complex tax implications of lawsuit verdicts and settlements. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from two accomplished experts how you can improve your clients’ net recoveries. 

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