I'll be walking in beautiful Nelson Memorial Park on Saturday, September 24.
I'm walking for my grandmother, my clients, and for all of us who will be there someday. I'm walking to help reclaim the future for millions.
By participating in the 2022 Alzheimer's...
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Who Inherits Property In Massachusetts When a Person Dies “Intestate?”
When a person passes away without a will, a trust, or designated beneficiaries, the decedent’s assets are distributed according to what is called “intestate succession.” In this situation, “who gets what” follows strict guidelines established by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. These guidelines can lead to unexpected consequences, even in relatively common scenarios....
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We Are Hiring an Attorney!
We are looking for an experienced elder law attorney OR an experienced family law attorney who would like to switch to elder law. Please share this with anyone who may be interested - thank you!For the elder law attorney posting, visit
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Estate Planning Myths and Misconceptions: A Will is All You Need
When I meet with prospective clients, virtually every one of them tells me they need a will. The prevalence of this belief is not surprising when you consider that wills are one of the few estate planning tools most people have heard of. Nevertheless, the need for a will is not universal....
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Thoughts on Independence from an Elder Law Attorney
Independence Day has come and gone, but this time of year always reminds me of why I focus on estate planning and elder law: these areas of practice allow me to help my clients live at home independently for as long as possible. Let’s take a brief look at some of the...
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Factors to Consider when Choosing a Trustee
It is essential to choose a qualified trustee because this person (or institution) is responsible for carrying out your wishes and protecting your trust’s assets. The law requires a trustee to be a legally competent adult, that is, a person 18 or over capable of managing his or her affairs. Other than that...
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Avoiding Caregiver Burnout: Support is Available for Family Caregivers
Helping elders find ways to pay for in-home care and stay at home for as long as possible is one of the cornerstones of my practice. Now, I’d like to discuss resources available to family caregivers themselves. Caring for a family member can be rewarding, but there’s nothing easy about it—hence the term...
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Estate Planning Myths and Misconceptions: All Trusts Protect Your Assets
Some myths contain an element of truth. An example of this is the notion that all trusts will protect your assets against long-term care costs, divorce, lawsuits, and other threats. The truth is a bit more complicated: while some types of trusts provide excellent asset protection, others do not. When most people think...
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Join Me In Person or Online in May and Learn about Planning for Long-Term Care
Most of us will eventually need some form of long-term care. The good news is that proper planning can help ensure your wishes regarding your care will be carried out. Proper planning can also protect your life savings from the cost of such care. On Wednesday, May 11th from noon to 1 PM I’ll...
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Another Myth about MassHealth and Paying for Long-Term Care
In past articles I’ve dispelled the myth that MassHealth won’t pay for home care. Now I’d like to address another common myth about MassHealth and long-term care, namely, that the well spouse will be kicked out of the family home if the ailing spouse moves to a nursing home and MassHealth...
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