Dear Clients and Friends, At Amaral & Associates P.C., we are here to help with all of your family law needs. This week we are sending a reminder of the importance of Estate Planning. In fact, this week is National Estate Planning Awareness Week. It is the perfect time to account for any oversights or…
Estate Planning
Why Adding a Living Trust to Your Existing Estate Plan is a Good Idea
Adding a living trust to your Massachusetts estate plan can be a good idea for several reasons, depending on your individual circumstances and goals. While I can provide some general information about why it may be beneficial, it’s important to consult with an attorney or estate planning professional to determine how a living trust fits…
MEDICARE TRUST OR IRREVOCABLE INCOME-ONLY TRUSTS (IIOT)
In Massachusetts, a Medicare trust is commonly referred to as a Medicaid trust or an irrevocable income-only trust (IIOT). This type of trust is designed to help individuals protect their assets while still qualifying for Medicaid benefits, which can help cover long-term care costs. By transferring assets, such as real estate, into an irrevocable trust,…
The Family Law and Estate Planning Center
Many times, family issues can cross over into different disciplines, including law, finances, estate planning and support issues such as child support, alimony, and visitation. Some of these challenges include children and parents dealing with the psychological effects of divorce or adjusting to new family members in a new home after a remarriage. We understand…
Estate Planning and Divorce
Are you considering a divorce or have you recently gotten divorced? If you have been wondering what an Estate Plan is and whether you should have one, especially during the challenging time of divorce, the answer is yes. Here are some articles from the estate planning and divorce attorneys at Amaral & Associates…
Why You’re Never Too Young to Have an Estate Plan
When people think of estate planning, they tend to think of middle-age or older people, who are more settled in life, and most likely have some assets to preserve, and children to care for. Although that may be the “typical” estate planning client, once a person attains the age of majority (i.e. age 18), he/she…
Estate Planning During COVID-19 & Coronavirus
The COVID-19 / Coronavirus pandemic is a reminder to us all how important it is for you and especially your children to have an estate plan prepared, up to date and in place. Now is the time to speak with an Estate Planning Attorney. At Amaral & Associates, P.C. we offer online and remote Estate…
The Differences Between and Last Will and Testament and a Trust
No one wants to think about dying, but it is something everyone must face. It is important to have an estate plan in place when you pass away. There are some common documents that everyone should have as part of their estate plan. This includes a Last Will and Testament, a Power of Attorney, a…
Estate Planning for the New Year
Can you believe that 2016 is almost behind us? Have you satisfied your New Year’s resolution to have your Will prepared? Do you have minor children that need a guardianship provision? Have you been divorced recently requiring a new will, health care proxy and power of attorney? If so, please contact me today at (617)539-1010…
Why You Should Review Your Estate Plan When You File for Divorce
When going through a divorce, a spouse has enough legal problems to address that he/she may not want to also consider reviewing and updating his/her estate plan as well. However, because of the divorce, it is all the more important to review your estate plan at this time. Why? Because it is not uncommon for…
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