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March 18, 2022
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Planning for Long-Distance Caregiving

As the Baby Boomer generation enters their twilight years, a large percentage of their children find themselves sandwiched between responsibilities for their own family and their […]
February 18, 2022
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It’s Never Too Early to Draft a Will

If you are working with, or considering finding a Massachusetts elder law attorney or Massachusetts nursing home attorney for the affairs of your aging parents, you will soon discover the […]
January 21, 2022
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Seven Tips for Planning for Retirement: Insights from a Massachusetts Elder Attorney

Now is the right time to start saving for retirement and preparing your estate. Whether you’re a young adult launching your first career or a seasoned […]
December 17, 2021
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Start Early to Plan for Your Retirement

When is the right time to start planning for retirement? It’s not when you’re 30 or 45 or 50. It’s right now, no matter what your […]
November 26, 2021
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Essential Elements of an Estate Plan

A June 2021 Gallup poll showed that less than half of adults in the United States have a will, a key element in an estate plan. […]
October 22, 2021
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Communicating Your Estate Plan to Your Family

Developing and finalizing an estate plan is one of the most important things you can to do protect your assets and legally document your wishes about […]
September 17, 2021
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Is Now the Time for an Elder Law Attorney?

If you’re like most people, you never thought about hiring an elder law attorney before a situation made you wonder if you needed one. You might not […]
July 16, 2021
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Six Key Steps for Estate Planning

Once you’ve completed an estate plan, it’s not a one-and-done task. We recommend reviewing your estate plan every few years. Changes in state and federal law […]
June 18, 2021
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Resources for Choosing a Health Care Proxy

One of the most important steps you can take about your own health care is to name a health care proxy. A health care proxy is […]