If you’re preparing to set out your intentions for your estate plan in Massachusetts, you may be curious about the services provided by a will lawyer. A will lawyer can assist you with the drafting of this cornerstone estate document, as well as discuss with you some other potential benefits that may be obtained by using things such as trusts. A will attorney or will lawyer helps with various concerns and questions around estate documents like wills. Last will and testament

Drafting a Will: What to Know

Your will is your formal direction for how your property should be distributed after you pass away and it can also be used to name guardians for any minor children. Your will may refer to all of your belongings, properties, non-tangible interests and financial assets or may reflect certain property or items depending on your preferences. In order to be legally enforceable in Massachusetts, your will must comply with state laws.

How a Will Lawyer Supports What’s Most Important to You

A valid will lawyer in Massachusetts can help you ensure that you’ve considered these important issues as you draft, sign and store your will. Your will lawyer will help you include important considerations in this document, such as who is to receive what or how much of your estate, the name of a guardian for any minor children where applicable, what should be done with any property that is not specifically distributed to someone through other aspects of the will and the appointment of your executor to help handle the administration of your estate.

When you hire a Massachusetts will lawyer, you’re taking an important first step towards documenting your wishes and preparing for your future. You can make things easier for your loved ones, too. Contact our office today to learn more.

 

 


Disclaimer: This blog post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. For legal advice specific to your situation, please consult with a qualified attorney.

Tiffany A. O'Connell, JD, LLM, CELA, AEP

About Tiffany A. O'Connell, JD, LLM, CELA, AEP

Tiffany A. O'Connell, JD, LLM, CELA, AEP is the CEO and Founding Partner of O'Connell Law, an estate planning and elder law firm serving clients across Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont. She is one of a select group of attorneys in Massachusetts certified by the National Elder Law Foundation as a Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA). Tiffany focuses her practice on estate planning, trust and probate administration, Medicaid planning, long-term care planning, Alzheimer's planning, charitable planning, and retirement and wealth strategies. She has been helping families plan for their futures since opening her practice in 2010.

Credentials: JD, LLM, CELA (Certified Elder Law Attorney — National Elder Law Foundation), AEP (Accredited Estate Planner)

Licensed in: Massachusetts

Areas of Practice: Estate Planning, Elder Law, Medicaid Planning, Probate & Trust Administration, Alzheimer's Planning, Asset Protection

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