Edward J. Beckwith Esq.

Senior Partner
Baker & Hostetler LLP
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Ed Beckwith is nationally recognized for his skill and commitment as counsel to high net worth families and charities across the country. He serves as the national leader of BakerHostetler's Tax-Exempt Organizations and Charitable Giving practice. Ed’s experience includes the legal and administrative specialties required to establish and successfully guide the operations of charitable and educational organizations, healthcare institutions, and trade associations. He advises families, family offices, and their professionals with respect to the tax-efficient accumulation, management, and distribution of their personal wealth. His advice is often sought with respect to the governance and "best practices" of such organizations and the maintenance of their tax-exempt status, as well as the tax and practical aspects of contributions and other financial support programs. A significant aspect of Ed's practice involves the application of the tax laws to family and business financial arrangements, including the preparation of related documents to conserve and transfer wealth, the administration of such arrangements, and the representation of clients before legislative, judicial and regulatory branches of government at all levels.

Education:
LL.M., Georgetown University Law Center (1983)
J.D., Georgetown University Law Center (1974)
B.S., Pennsylvania State University (1971)

Bloomberg BNA Tax Management Portfolios:
839 T.M., Estate and Gift Tax Charitable Deductions (co-author)
840 T.M., Estate Tax Deductions— Sections 2053, 2054 and 2058 (co-author)