PROBATE & ESTATE

Probate and Estate Planning Services in Southeastern Massachusetts

The Law Office of Lawrence L. Hale is your trusted source for comprehensive probate and estate planning services in Carver, Massachusetts. We believe in the power of well-crafted estate tools to simplify the probate process and minimize potential legal challenges among beneficiaries. Our mission is to simplify estate planning, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience for family members. For a thorough legal review of your estate plans or to create essential documents like wills and trusts, reach out to our probate and estate lawyer. We offer effective legal services at sensible fees for clients across Southeastern Massachusetts and the Upper Cape Cod area.

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Life and Estate Planning

Our team is dedicated to helping families develop legal tools that record last wishes and provide clear instructions for the distribution of assets. We specialize in drafting and updating effective estate documents, including:

  • Wills.
  • Durable Powers of Attorney: Empowering you to manage your affairs when you cannot.
  • Trusts to Preserve and Manage Assets.
  • Massachusetts Healthcare Proxies: Advanced directives regarding feeding tubes and other life support options.

Elder Law

In the evolving field of "elder law," Mr. Hale offers extensive knowledge and legal guidance in areas such as:

  • Asset Preservation: Avoiding spend-down of private assets while qualifying for Massachusetts medical assistance.
  • Social Security Planning: Navigating assisted living or nursing home care, including advice on private long-term care insurance.
  • Elder Abuse: Taking action on behalf of seniors subjected to fraud, undue influence, or physical or emotional abuse.

Probate Administration/Probate Litigation

In the absence of an enforceable will or trust, the estate enters probate, governed by the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code. Our office represents heirs and personal representatives in routine probate and estate disputes; handling will contests and challenges to trust administrations. With over 45 years of legal experience, Lawrence L. Hale is committed to assisting personal representatives in settling loved ones' estates, offering free legal advice to seniors at The Carver Council on Aging every second Thursday of the month.

For legal advice or representation in estate planning, elder law, or probate matters, contact our Southeastern Massachusetts and Cape Cod law office today at (508) 866-2900.

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