You have recently come to the conclusion that it is time to name a legal guardian to take care of your children in case something tragic ever happens to you and your spouse. While it may seem relatively simple to choose someone you trust in Massachusetts, have you...
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Month: May 2018
What should executors know about filing estate taxes?
If you are the executor of an estate that exceeds the Massachusetts exclusion amount of $1 million, you may have some questions about paying the estate taxes. Here are some answers to commonly asked questions about filing estate taxes, according to Mass.gov: Due dates...
Changing the executor of your will
We have covered some of the different issues that arise with respect to wills, but it is important to keep in mind that certain events (such as a death or divorce) or a change of heart may necessitate key revisions to an estate plan. For example, you may need to...
Changing the executor of your will
When it comes to wills, there are all sorts of different challenges that may arise and our law firm has covered many on this blog. However, there are far more questions and concerns that people may have with respect to their will, such as changing the...
An estate planning primer for same-sex couples
There have been horror stories. Here’s one of them: A member of a longtime same-sex couple dies and his or her surviving partner seeks to settle the estate only to find that they have been shut out entirely. No inheritance, no nothing. Not even a place to live...