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ACTEC Welcomes New Members to Its Board of Regents

On March 12, 2026, the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC) proudly announced the election of three new members to its Board of Regents. This significant event occurred during the annual business meeting held on March 6, 2026, in Tampa, Florida. The ACTEC Board of Regents serves as the governing body of the organization, playing a crucial role in shaping the landscape of trust and estate practices across the nation.

Newly Elected Regents

The newly selected Regents, who will serve an initial term concluding in 2029, are:

• - Todd A. Flubacher
• - Patrick Francis Harney
• - Douglas Stanley

In addition, several esteemed members were re-elected for a second three-year term ending in 2029. These officials are:

• - Lyat Eyal
• - Dana G. Fitzsimons Jr.
• - Cynthia G. Lamar-Hart
• - Michele A.W. McKinnon
• - Raymond Clifford Odom
• - Jeffery T. Peetz
• - Susan B. Shields
• - Stephanie M. Tuthill

The individuals elected to the Board are recognized for their professional achievements and their commitment to advancing the field of trust and estate counseling.

Presidencies and Committees

Margaret G. Lodise, the current president of ACTEC, expressed her enthusiasm regarding the newly elected members. She stated, “I am pleased to recognize our newly elected Regents. I look forward to working with the Board of Regents during this upcoming year to strengthen the trust and estate profession.” This collaborative spirit underscores ACTEC's mission to enhance the practice of law surrounding trusts and estates.

The Nominating Committee, which played a vital role in the electoral process, was chaired by past president Kurt A. Sommer and included influential figures such as Gerard G. Brew, Randal B. Caldwell, and several others dedicated to furthering both the organization and the professional community at large.

About ACTEC

Founded in 1949, the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel is a national nonprofit association comprising approximately 2,300 skilled lawyers and law professors from the United States and internationally. The organization’s members, known as Fellows, are carefully selected based on their professional reputation and expertise in key areas involving wills, trusts, estate planning, probate, trust administration, and other related practice areas.

ACTEC's mission extends beyond the professional realm; it encompasses efforts to reform and improve probate, trust, and tax legislation, and uphold high standards of professional practices. Additionally, while ACTEC frequently provides technical comments regarding laws and regulations, it maintains a neutral stance on broader policy issues and political concerns.

This recent election signifies a step forward for ACTEC, aligning with its commitment to fostering excellence in the trust and estate profession. As these new Regents step into their roles, stakeholders in the legal community can anticipate innovative leadership and a continued commitment to enhancing industry standards.

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