Probate & Estate Planning

Compassionate, Cost-Effective Probate Legal Services in Massachusetts and New Hampshire

 

Dealing with legal formalities is probably the last thing on your mind when you lose a beloved family member. As you cope with your grief, it is essential to have an experienced attorney on your side who can help you manage the property, debts and assets your loved one left behind. Hogan Law, P.L.L.C. is here to provide guidance on all types of estate administration matters. Our goal is to get you the fair and favorable results you need to move forward in peace, knowing your loved one’s final wishes were met.

 
 

 
 

What is Probate—And When Do You Need a Probate Attorney?

 
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In simple terms, probate refers to the legal process that takes place after a person has passed away.

The administration of an individual’s estate has many facets, including:

  • Identifying beneficiaries and heirs

  • Validating the person's will, if one exists

  • Calculating the value of all assets

  • Paying off any remaining debts and back taxes

 

Probate cases can be easy and straightforward. However, they can be highly complicated—and emotionally charged. Scenarios that may require a probate attorney include disputes between estate beneficiaries, contested wills, the absence of a will or the sale of estate property. 

Attorney Hogan can help guide you through your sensitive situation, combining years of legal knowledge with strategic thinking to identify and resolve probate issues in a timely way. She understands estate administration can be a challenging time for family members, and serves as a source of support and strength as you move through the process. Put your probate matters in our capable hands and let us do the heavy lifting while you focus on healing. 

 

Protect Your Legacy—And Your Family—With an Estate Planning Attorney

No one likes to think about death while they are living. But the best gift you can give your loved ones is a comprehensive estate plan. Hogan Law, P.L.L.C. can assist you in avoiding probate by preparing an estate plan that provides clear instructions on how your assets and property will be handled once you pass.

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This process allows you to:

  • Designate your beneficiaries

  • Set up trusts in order to safeguard your assets, both during your life and after your death

  • Appoint a legal representative (power of attorney) who can manage your financial matters if you become incapacitated through injury or illness

  • Protect your home in the event you or your spouse must move into a nursing facility

  • Identify strategies for minimizing or eliminating estate taxes

When it comes to developing an estate plan, it is never too early—or too late. Let Hogan Law, P.L.L.C. work with you to create a detailed plan for distribution of your assets, medical care and more. We can also assist you in updating your plan as your needs change over the years.

Contact us today for a half-hour initial consultation to discuss how we can be of service.