Where do you turn for reliable information about estate planning in Massachusetts? Our free legal library is a good place to start. Here, we post researched, up-to-date articles about inheritance law, wills, trusts, and more to help Wilmington residents understand what they need to think about to protect their assets and their families.
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Senior's Transfer to Pooled Trust Triggers Medicaid Penalty PeriodCan your medicaid benefits get suspended for giving up some of your assets?
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Federal Law Requires Minimum Distributions to Be Made After DeathLearn why a final retirement distribution must be made even after you pass away.
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Do you have a special needs child? If so, your estate plan requires special provisions.Learn how to Protect a Child with Special Needs
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What Is the Difference Between a Living Will and a Do-Not-Resuscitate Order? Do you need both?Know the Difference Between a Living Will and a Do-Not-Resuscitate Order
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What's a Health Care Proxy and Why Do I Need One?A health care proxy allows you to appoint someone else to act as your agent for medical decisions.
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Importance of a Valid Will in Your Estate PlanA will is a crucial document you need as part of your estate plan. We explain the benefits of a will and the requirement for it to be valid in Massachusetts.
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Using Trusts in Estate Planning: How to Know Which One Is Right for YouDo you need a trust as part of your estate plan? Learn about different types of trusts in Massachusetts that can help you protect your assets and much more.
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Why You Need an Estate Plan TodayMany people think estate plans are only necessary for the very wealthy, but everyone can reap benefits from these important tools. Here's why.
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Massachusetts Attorney Helps Families With Wills, Trusts, and Estates MediationMediation for will, trust, or estate disputes can save families a lot of time, money, and grief. Getting the right legal help can make the process even easier.
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After Divorce, Protect Your Family’s Future With Estate PlanningIf you're now divorced and haven’t updated your estate plan, it could hurt your children or heirs later. Here’s how to protect your family’s future.