FOREST HILLS, NY, July 28, 2009 — The July 7, 2009 Mega Million jackpot lottery winner’s name was released today in a press conference held by the New York Lottery at Grand Central Station. Aubrey Boyce of Queens is the winner. One of the first things Mr. Boyce did after learning that he is the 133 million Dollar winner, is seek legal and tax advice.

 

Mr. Boyce retained the law firm of Davidov & Davidov, P.C., a trusts & estates firm in Queens, to advise and assist him. "When you win a large sum of money, there are a number of legal, tax and financial considerations that are important to address," said Michael Davidov, who heads the Trusts & Estates practice for the law firm.    "Additionally, other concerns include privacy issues fo the winner and their family."  

 

Mr. Davidov's represenation of Mr. Boyce was covered in a New York Times article on July 29, 2009.  www.nytimes.com/2009/07/29/nyregion/29mega.html

 

Michael Davidov advises clients who have won the lottery in matters involving minimization of tax, trust law, asset protection, trust management, client privacy, and their other legal concerns.

  

About Davidov & Davidov: Davidov & Davidov, P.C. www.davidovlaw.com is a law firm specializing in estate planning, trusts and estates, and estate administration. Residents and business owners throughout the New York metropolitan area rely on Davidov & Davidov to help preserve, protect, and distribute the assets they have developed over the years. They possess an in-depth knowledge of the legal, tax and personal issues that often accompany planning an estate. Individuals and families depend on the trust & estate attorneys at Davidov & Davidov to manage the complex task of estate planning. They understand all aspects of estate planning, including the transfer of a closely-held business to the next generation, planned giving, private foundations and asset protection, all with an emphasis on minimizing the impact of estate, gift and income taxes. Their experience in drafting wills, various types of trusts, health care proxies, living wills and powers-of-attorney ensures that their clients' wishes are carried out. They can be reached at (718) 793-7000 or information@davidovlaw.com.