Overview

With a collaborative, personalized approach, Kate Hughes helps families put plans in place that protect their assets and support the people they care about most. She assists with all phases of estate planning, including wills, trusts, durable powers of attorney, and advance directives, as well as wealth transfer planning, charitable planning, and estate administration.

As the daughter of an entrepreneur and small business owner, Kate understands the importance of protecting what you have built and ensuring it continues to benefit the next generation. She listens closely to each family’s goals and explains complex matters in clear, succinct terms. The result is an estate plan that clients understand and that serves as a tool to build and preserve their unique legacy.

Kate also assists numerous public charities and private foundations by serving as outside general counsel. She assists these charitable organizations navigate the intricacies of tax-exempt rules in all facets, from formation to governance, and beyond.

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Education

J.D., Creighton University School of Law (magna cum laude)

M.B.A., Creighton University - Heider College of Business

B.A., University of Nebraska-Lincoln (high distinction)

Admissions

  • State of Nebraska
    State of Iowa

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