Massachusetts Advance Directives – What is the Law? Part 1 of 3
There is much confusion and misunderstanding about the various types of Advanced Directives, Medical Orders and when each can or cannot be used. This article will attempt to identify and define the various types of Advanced Directives currently in u
Starting an Online Business in Massachusetts
With increasingly fewer exceptions, every business that exists in the real world should also have a strong presence on the internet. This might be merely through the use of an informative website, or more frequently by staying in the minds of consume
Simplifying & Avoiding the MassHealth 5 Year Lookback Rule
Probably about half of the estate planning clients we meet with have come to us after mulling for several years over the threat of Medicaid seizing assets in the event someone goes into a nursing home. It must be that the 5 year lookback rule frequen
Don’t Form an LLC Online! 5 Warnings for Massachusetts Businesses
Over the years we have counseled many businesses to become LLCs and S Corporations that operate on Cape Cod, southeastern Massachusetts and even nationwide. These clients come to us at one of roughly three different stages: 1) during the business sta
Contesting a Trust in Massachusetts | How the New MUTC Works
Lawyers in estate planning know the term “dead hand” to refer to efforts that living persons make to control property after they pass away. And while the term itself can cause an unpleasant mental image, it is the idea behind it, a.k.a. the “se
Business Law Strategies
What do you need to know to operate a business in Massachusetts? These resources can help whether you are starting a business, acquiring one, or just converting your business formation to a limited liability entity. . .
Read MoreEstate Planning Primers
While pro-active families form an estate plan early and review every 4-5 years, it is never too late. This section highlights tips on your last will, and why every Massachusetts resident needs a health care proxy and power of attorney. . .
Read MoreMedicaid Planning Tips
Gaining eligibility for Medicaid under MassHealth is a detailed process where the difference between acceptance and denial is thousands of dollars. These resources provide you with a basic understanding of Medicaid planning. . .
Read MoreProbate Process FAQs
While many estate plans attempt to avoid the probate process, the probate court is still a good tool in the fair distribution of assets upon a person's death. We have compiled some articles you should find useful in understanding this process. . .
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William M. Yates, Esq. Senior Partner Attorney Yates accepts cases in the areas of Business Law, Estate Planning & Asset Preservation, Long Term Care Planning, Estate Administration (Probate), and Veterans Benefits Counseling. . .
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Tim J. McNamara, Esq. Junior Partner Attorney McNamara grew up on Cape Cod and graduated from the University of New Hampshire Law School in 2009, moving to Washington D.C. shortly after passing the bar. . . Read More