April 21, 2020

EXECUTING ESTATE PLANNING DOCUMENTS DURING THE PANDEMIC

How do you go about signing documents during this time of social distancing and self-isolation?  In Massachusetts, a will be must in writing and signed by the Testator in the presence of two credible disinterested witnesses.  Although notarization is not necessary, it simplifies the probate […]
April 20, 2020

Estate Planning in the Midst of the Corona Virus

The novel coronavirus pandemic and resulting social distancing and self-quarantining has caused obvious anxiety, fear and concern over our health, family and financial matters. It has left many of us feeling that so much is beyond our control. However, this is not the time to […]
February 16, 2017

Choosing a Personal Representative

Choosing a Personal Representative for your estate is one of the most important decisions you will make.  Your Personal Representative has complete authority over the administration of your Estate.  The Personal Representative also has significant responsibilities, including settling creditor claims, filing individual and estate tax […]
February 16, 2017

Appointing a Health Care Agent

If you were to become incapacitated and unable to make your medical decisions, who would make those decisions for you?  If you haven’t executed a formal Health Care Proxy, in which you’ve named a trusted person to make health decisions on your behalf, then you […]
January 16, 2017

Elder Law Attorney or Estate Planning Attorney?

Elder law attorneys are advocates for seniors and their loved ones and should not be confused with estate planning attorneys. Estate planning attorneys primarily focus on the question “what happens when I die?”  That is, how and to whom will your assets be distributed to […]