About the Author

Doug Luftman, @DougLuftman
Legal Expert,
Doug Luftman is a seasoned Silicon Valley legal executive with over 25 years of experience. He has held senior leadership positions at companies including DocuSign, NetApp, Intel, Palm, and several technology startups, where he played a pivotal role in driving the development of cutting-edge products and scaling businesses for sustained growth. Doug has testified before government bodies worldwide, shaping critical policies on technology and innovation. He is a frequent writer and speaker at prestigious academic institutions and industry forums. Doug holds a Juris Doctor from George Washington University Law School and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from UCLA.
Articles from this author

Wills —7 min read
Make an Online Will in Washington State: Estate Planning Simplified

Estate Planning —5 min read
Legal Life Estates Guide - Definition & Different Types of Estates

Estate Planning —3 min read
Do You Have to File Taxes For Someone Who Died With No Estate?

Estate Planning —4 min read
What Happens If a Will Is Not Filed in California?

Estate Planning —5 min read
What Happens If an Estate Is Not Settled? What You Need to Know

Estate Planning —4 min read
What Happens If I Don't File for Probate?

Financial Advisors —4 min read
What Happens to a Revocable Trust When the Trustee Dies?

Trusts —3 min read
Blind Trust: What is a Blind Trust & How it Works

Estate Planning —3 min read
Fiduciary Meaning & Definition