Dr. Melissa Grossman

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Biography

Melissa focuses her practice on sophisticated estate tax planning for high net worth individuals and families. Her practice includes advising clients on succession planning matters, complex tax administration issues related to wealth transfers, and intergenerational transitions of closely held family businesses, tailored to create tax-efficient estate plans. As a result, Melissa serves as an adviser to multiple generations of family members, working to ensure a seamless transition of family wealth and legacy. Additionally, she represents fiduciaries in the administration of complex estates and trusts. With extensive experience in the area of charitable planning, she regularly assists clients in establishing and administering substantial private family foundations. Melissa is a frequent lecturer and panelist at legal conferences and events, addressing a range of sophisticated estate planning and tax issues, as well as charitable giving.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Letters of Recommendation (2-3)
  • Resume/CV
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Essays
Specialization Notes

Wharton Doctoral programs cover fields like Finance, Marketing, Management, and Operations, Information and Decisions.