Member Profile
Joshua Rubenstein
Partner, Head of Trust & Estates | Katten Muchin Rosenman
Office Location: United States
Jurisdiction
United States
Top Specialisms
Estates: Contentious
Trusts: Contentious
Tax Advisory
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Professional Biography
In his widely respected practice, Joshua Rubenstein, national chair of the firm's Private Wealth practice, brings a variety of important services under one roof for high-net-worth individuals. He offers integrated planning, administration and litigation counseling for individuals, their estates and their businesses, all of it designed to preserve wealth over generations. His advice stretches as far as his clients' financial interests – locally, nationally and globally. A link to Joshua’s full biography: http://kattenlaw.com/Joshua-S-Rubenstein
Question : What drew you to specialise in private client law/ wealth advisory?
Answer: I am the fourth generation, first born male trusts and estates lawyer; it is a genetic defect in the Rubenstein family.
Question : For lawyers entering private client law, what are key skills you think are essential?
Answer: Being prepared to learn new things all the time, and to be a good listener.
Question : With the evolving landscape of the private client world, what are recent trends or shifts you are excited to explore?
Answer: Blending planning and controversy.
Question : Where is your favourite place to take a peer for a cocktail or coffee?
Answer: The Blue Bar at the Berkeley.