Topic: Federal Tax Update
Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026
Time: 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: The Goode Fine and Performing Arts Center- Batten University
Speaker: Sam Donaldson, Esq.
Agenda:
- 3:30 pm Registration
- 4:00 pm Program
- 5: 00 pm Happy Hour/Networking (includes appetizers, beer, wine and soft drinks)
This is a CURRENT Members Only Event.
CE: MCLE, CFP, CPA CE will be offered.
Registration: Please register only through 1 organization by Thursday, October 22nd
Meet our Speaker: Sam Donaldson, Esq

Professor Donaldson serves as Director of Curriculum and Professor of Law at Georgia State University College of Law and is a nationally sought-after speaker on federal taxation and estate planning. Known for his dynamic presentation style and practical insights, he has taught and lectured extensively across the country for attorneys, CPAs, financial professionals and estate planning advisors.
His distinguished career includes faculty appointments at the University of Washington School of Law, Northwestern University and the University of Florida Levin College of Law.
He is also co-author of leading publications on federal income tax and contemporary estate planning.
This program promises timely updates, practical guidance, and valuable insights for professionals working in tax, legal, financial, and charitable planning fields.
This program is being presented jointly by:
- AFP Hampton Roads
- Hampton Roads Estate Planning Council
- Hampton Roads Financial Planning Association
- Hampton Roads Gift Planning Council
Thank you to our Presenting Sponsors:


Leadership Sponsors:
- AMG National Trust
- Hampton Roads Estate Planning Council
- Financial Planning Association of Hampton Roads
- Tidewater Community College
- Hampton Roads Gift Planning Council
Partner Sponsors:
- AFP Hampton Roads
- Cerity Partners
- Spark Nonprofit Consulting and Coaching
- The Academy of Music