Amy Marie Van Fossen

Fossen Law Group

About Amy Marie Van Fossen

Amy Marie Van Fossen serves as an Associate in the Tax and Estate Planning & Administration groups at Brach Eichler. With significant expertise in sophisticated estate planning, she aids clients in crafting strategies that effectively minimize transfer taxes. Amy is proficient in utilizing a comprehensive array of estate planning instruments, including wills, revocable trusts, and grantor retained annuity trusts, to safeguard the assets of high net worth individuals and preserve multi-generational wealth.

In addition to her estate planning proficiency, Amy advises private foundation clients on tax compliance and operational mandates, addressing specific concerns related to charitable entities.

Amy earned her LL.M. in Tax Law from the Villanova University School of Law Graduate Tax Program in 2008. She obtained her J.D. degree from Roger Williams University School of Law in 2007 and completed her bachelor’s degree at Drury University in 2004.

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Practice Areas

Car Accidents

Personal Injury

Rhode Island Car Accident Laws

Understanding Rhode Island's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:

Statute of Limitations

3 years

Time limit to file a claim

Negligence Rule

pure comparative fault

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$25K/$50K/$25K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas does Amy Van Fossen specialize in?

Amy specializes in Tax and Estate Planning & Administration, focusing on minimizing transfer taxes and protecting wealth.

What educational background does Amy Van Fossen have?

Amy holds an LL.M. in Tax Law from Villanova University School of Law, a J.D. from Roger Williams University School of Law, and a bachelor's degree from Drury University.

How does Amy assist private foundations?

Amy advises private foundations on tax compliance, operational requirements, and addressing specific charitable entity concerns.