Discover the Power of Single Event Qualified Settlement Funds™ with QSF 360

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Settling a single event (single-claimant) legal dispute can feel like navigating a maze. You want resolution, but the financial and tax implications can complicate things fast. That’s where Eastern Point Trust steps in, offering a game-changing solution: the Single Event Qualified Settlement Fund™ (Single Event QSF™). Since 2014, we pioneered this innovative tool, helping clients across the U.S. streamline settlements with confidence and clarity. Let’s explore why a Single Event QSF™ might be your best move.

Single Event Qualified Settlement Funds with QSF 360

Picture this: a small business owner, Jane, settles a lawsuit with a former partner. The payout is substantial, but taxes and distribution logistics loom large. Enter the Single Event QSF™, a trust designed to hold settlement funds temporarily, giving Jane breathing room to plan. Under U.S. tax law, specifically 26 CFR §1.468B-1, a Single Event QSF™ is a tax-compliant vehicle for managing funds from a single legal event, like a lawsuit or insurance claim.

Unlike traditional settlement methods, a Single Event QSF™ offers flexibility. Funds sit in the trust, earning interest, while attorneys, claimants, and tax advisors sort out allocations. The IRS treats the QSF as a separate taxable entity, which can defer tax liabilities for claimants until distributions occur. It’s a win-win: Jane avoids immediate tax hits, and her legal team gets time to ensure fair payouts.

Single Event QSF™

Eastern Point Trust has been the trailblazer in Single Event QSFs™ for over a decade. Our expertise transforms complex settlements into manageable processes. Here’s why clients trust us:Utilizing a Qualified Settlement Fund offers significant advantages for defendants and plaintiffs in legal settlements. By leveraging the tax deferral benefits a QSF provides, parties can optimize their financial outcomes, defer taxation, and streamline the settlement process.

  • Tax Deferral: Claimants like Jane delay tax obligations until funds are distributed, potentially reducing their tax burden (see IRS Rev. Proc. 93-34 for details).
  • Streamlined Administration: We handle disbursements, tax reporting, and compliance, so you don’t have to. Our team ensures every penny is accounted for.
  • Flexibility for Complex Cases: Whether it’s a personal injury case or a business dispute, a Single Event QSF™ adapts to your needs, allowing time to resolve liens or disputes.
  • Court-Approved Security: Courts often favor QSFs for their transparency and oversight, as noted in tax court rulings like Childs v. Commissioner (1994).Imagine a family settling a wrongful death claim. Emotions run high, and dividing funds among heirs feels daunting. With a Single Event QSF™, Eastern Point Trust steps in, holding funds securely while the family works through their grief and legal details. It’s peace of mind when it matters most.

How Eastern Point Trust Leads the Way

Since 2014, we’ve normalized Single Event QSFs™ for cases with one or more plaintiffs as the go-to solution for savvy attorneys and claimants. Our tax team is renowned for creative problem-solving, and saw the potential in QSFs when others didn’t. Today, we’ve administered thousands of Single Event QSFs™, from multi-million-dollar cases to individual settlements under $50,000. Our track record speaks for itself.

We don’t just follow IRS guidelines—we anticipate your needs and ensure compliance. Our team collaborates with your legal and financial advisors to craft a QSF tailored to your case. And with our robust reporting, you’ll always know where your funds stand.

Is a Single Event QSF™ Right for You?

Not every settlement needs a QSF, but if your case involves tax concerns, unresolved disputes, or your client desires the flexibility of time to plan more thoroughly, a Single Event QSF™ can be the answer.

Take the Next Step with Eastern Point Trust QSF 360

Don’t let settlement complexities hold you back. At Eastern Point Trust, we’ve spent over a decade perfecting the Single Event Qualified Settlement Fund™ process with our industry-leading QSF 360 plan. Our expertise, rooted in tax law and real-world QSF administration experience, ensures that your settlement is tax-compliant and stress-free.With QSF 360, we facilitate the turnkey creation of your Single Event QSF™ in as little as one day, provide same-day distribution processing, and ensure your firm stays informed at every stage.
Ready to simplify your settlement process? Speak with a QSF expert today at Eastern Point Trust. Contact us at (800) 555-1234 or [email protected] to schedule a consultation. Let’s make your settlement work for you.

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