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Richard H. Foley, Jr.

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Licensed for 44 years

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Licensed in Alaska for 44 years

State: Alaska

Acquired: 1981

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Posted by Mark & Bertha | December 12, 2011 | Estate Planning

Very Satisfied Client

My wife and I retained Richard Foley 10 years ago to prepare a living trust and associated documents. We found him to be very informative and helpful on these matters. We just updated our trust, and again our experience with Richard and the Foley & Foley staff was one of cooperation, understanding ...and compassion. I had retained Richard several years ago to assist me on matter related to our States policy regarding involuntary commitment and a family’s right to be kept informed. After persuasive arguments with the State our health care power of attorney was recognized. This allowed us to be able to be informed and participate in treatment decisions. I would highly recommend Richard and the Foley & Foley firm on any matter.

Posted by Albert & Lyndi | November 30, 2011 | Estate Planning

We have an 11 year relationship with Richard Foley and his firm.

Mr Foley's firm wrote and funded our revocable living trust 11 years ago. We subscribe to his firm's Generations program to keep the provisions of the trust current. He explains legal concepts to us in a manner that is understandable, listens to our concerns and answers our questions. The staff a...t Foley & Foley is always courteous and helpful. We have been extremely satisfied with the services provided by he and his associates.

Posted by Sue | November 29, 2011 | Estate Planning

Review by CPA who has worked with lawyer

Richard Foley has been working on succession and estate planning case work with my CPA practice for the past three years. He and his firm have been very professional and responsive to work with. Mr. Foley is also very knowledgeable in assisting in valuation engagements for estate and succesion planni...ng clients.

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Richard H. Foley, Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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J. Warren

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Richard is an excellent attorney whom brings knowledge, wisdom and experience to the estate planning process for clients. I highly recommend him."

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Douglass Lodmell

Trusts lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Foley. We have a working relationship with Richard and are aware of the care and expertise he provides to clients. He is a trusted and experienced attorney in Alaska. Whether you require simple or more complex estate and business planning, Richard will provide you with excellent advice, service and support."

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Larry Bray

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Richard is an expert in his practice areas and an excellent attorney. He is able to communicate complicated issues to clients in a way that is easy to understand. I endorse this lawyer."

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A. Zahare

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard is an excellent and conscientious attorney. I refer clients to him without reservation."

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Randall Borkus

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I had the good fortunate of collaborating with Richard on high net worth clients. He was great at suggesting creative solutions for complex situations. He was also extremely patient and delivered a fabulous client presentation."

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Larry Gibbs

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse Richard Foley in the areas of estate planning, business planning and federal tax planning. His knowledge and his experience with complex planning matters is exceptional. His manner in dealing with clients and fellow professionals is exceptional. Richard cares about commitment, quality and professional service."

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Carol Gonnella

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Richard for many years in association with several national estate planning organizations. He not only attends many attorney seminars, he is often in the front of the class teaching other attorneys, CPAs and financial advisors. His knowledge about estate planning, charitable planning, business planning and asset protection is remarkable and he has the ability to communicate his knowledge in down to earth terms. He is very respected locally and also on a national level. Not only does Richard have highly toned technical skills, he is a warm, compassionate person who truly cares about his clients and doing an excellent job for each and every one of them. I strongly endorse Richard and if I were looking for an estate planner in Alaska, I would be going to the law firm of Foley and Foley."

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David Claflin

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Other

"During the 10 years I have known Richard, I have had the opportunity to consult with him regarding Alaska trust matters and found him to be knowledgeable and helpful in connection with my client's needs. Richard has also made presentations to groups where I have been present. He is a skillful lecturer. I know him to be highly regarded among lawyers around the country."

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Bradford Stevens

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard H. Foley, Jr. is a consumate professional whom exhibits the highest standards in his estate planning practice. He is my go to person in the State of Alaska. Richard combines a depth of knowledge with a committment to a client's values that truly sets him apart. I highly recommend him for anyone seeking estate planning services especially in the State of Alaska."

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2006

25-year membership pin, Alaska Bar Association

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Retired, Home

1987 - 2020

Senior Partner, Foley, Foley & Pearson, PC

1983 - 1987

Associate Attorney, Wade & DeYoung

1982 - 1983

Associate Attorney, Bogle & Gates

1981 - 1982

State Judge Clerkship, Hon. Mark Rowland

1979 - 1979

Federal Clerkship, Hon. Harold A. Baker

Associations

2009 - Present

ePlanner's Alliance

Associate Member

2001 - Present

WealthCounsel, LLC

Associate Member

1998 - Present

Anchorage Estate Planning Counsel

Member

1998 - Present

Alaska Bar Association, Estate Planning and Probate Law Section

Member

1992 - Present

Alaska Bar Association, Fee Arbitration Committee

Panal Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Saunders Properties v. Municipality of Anchorage, 846 P.2d 135 (Alaska 1993)

Ruling for the Taxpayer

Diagnostic Imaging Center Associates v. H & P, 815 P.2d 865 (Alaska 1991)

Summery Judgment Reversed

Boyles v. Smith, 759 P.2d 518 (Alaska 1988)

Trial Court Decision Upheld

Steenmeyer Corp. v. Mortenson-Neal, 731 P.2d 1221 (Alaska 1987)

Execution and Garnishment Upheld

Alaska Intern. Const., Inc. v. Earth Movers of Fairbanks, Inc., 697 P.2d 626 (Alaska 1985)

Upheld Decision of Contracting Office to Award Bid to the Second Low Bidder

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Education

1981

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey School of Law - Camden

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

University of Alaska, Fairbanks

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Bi-Monthly Estate Planning Workshop Basic Estate Planning

2011

WealthCounsel Webinar

In Re Mortensen and Domestic Asset Protection Trusts

2011

WealthCounsel Symposium: Planning for the Generations

Back to Basics: Estate Tax Planning with Alaska Domestic Asset Protection Trusts

2011

WealthCounsel Symposium: Planning for the Generations

Discover the Last Frontier: Income Tax Planning with the Alaska Community Property Trust

2011

National Business Institute Seminar

Estate Planning with Trusts: The Basics that Everyone Needs to Know

2009

Edward Jones Regional Meeting

Estate Planning and Professional Collaboration

2008

InKnowVision Winter Conference

Domestic Asset Protection Trusts and the Bankruptcy Code

2008

ePlanners Alliance Summer Conference

Alaska Self-Settled Spendthrift Trusts and Alaska Community Property Trusts

2008

Edward Jones Reginal Meeting

Estate Planning, Integrating Life Insurance

2008

CHARR Annual Conference

Business Exit Strategies

2008

Alaska Mechanical Contractors Association Annual Conference

Business Transition Planning and the Conceptual Age

2008

Alaska Fundraising Professional Assoc. Philanthropy Day

Planned Giving and Split Interest Gifts

2007

Loreman Educational Services Seminar

Post Mortem Trust Administration in Alaska

2007

Alaska Society of CPAs Seminar

Post Mortem Trust Administration

2007

Alaska Assoc. of Independent Accountants Annual Convention

Estate Planning for Accountants and Bookkeepers

2006

Loreman Educational Services Seminar

Post Mortem Trust Administration in Alaska

2006

Alaska Assoc. of Tax Consultants Tax Practitioners Institute

Estates and Trusts

2005

WealthCounsel, LLC Annual Conference

Alaska Community Property Trusts: The Other Alaska Trust

2005

National Business Institute Seminar

How to Draft Wills and Trusts in Alaska

2004

WealthCounsel, LLC Annual Conference

Alaska Community Property Trusts: The Other Alaska Trust

1998

National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys Annual Collegium Conference

Alaska Community Property Act: Alchemy for Transmuting your Clients’ Property into Gold

Publications

2011

National Busines Institute Seminar Estate Planning with Trusts

2006

Lorman Education Services publication Post Mortem Administration in Alaska

2005

National Business Institute Semianr How to Draft Will annd Trusts in Alaska

1996

John Wiley & Son's, Inc. Fifty State Public Construction Contracting

1996

National Business Intitute Seminar Alaska Construction Law: What Do You Do When

Languages

English

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