In domestic abuse and divorce law situations, pets can often be a focal point of conflict and continued control of an abused partner. Though often overlooked, pets are important parts of people’s lives and when a relationship becomes toxic the couple’s pets often can become victims themselves. Divorce Law and Pet Protection However, thanks to...Read More

Do you have a properly executed durable power of attorney? If not, you are leaving your financial affairs in a potential hazardous state and should consider hiring an estate planning attorney. What is a Durable Power of Attorney? A durable power of attorney, otherwise known as a DPA, is a legal document which allows a secondary person to manage...Read More

If there is one legal document you should have it is a will. When a person dies without having first been advised to write a will, state law determines how that person’s assets will be distributed. It doesn’t matter if you’ve told someone close to you your wishes, Massachusetts will only recognize a validly executed...Read More

It’s one month into the new year and now is a great time to review your current estate plan or to finally get around to creating an estate plan. Why now you may ask? There have been significant changes to the law including the passage of the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012, which was...Read More