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Recent writing from our attorneys.

Estate Planning

Do You Really Need a Trust, or Will a Will Do?

The honest answer depends on a handful of factors. Here is how we help clients decide.

Probate

What Happens in Massachusetts Probate — and How Long It Takes

A step-by-step look at the probate process, and where families most often get stuck.

Business Law

Five Contract Clauses Every Small Business Should Understand

The provisions that quietly decide what happens when a deal goes sideways.

Real Estate

Buying Your First Commercial Property: A Legal Checklist

From letter of intent to closing, the legal steps that protect your investment.

Estate Planning

Naming a Guardian: The Estate Decision Parents Postpone Most

Why this provision matters more than almost any other, and how to approach it.

Trusts

Serving as a Trustee: Your Responsibilities in Plain Terms

What the role actually requires, and where trustees most often need counsel.

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