Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Three Things You Should Do To Ensure Your Health Care Wishes Are Respected In Massachusetts
Incapacity planning is an important part of estate planning. The risk of incapacity is very real—and it is one that too many people do not think about. According to a study cited by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), approximately 56 percent of Americans are incapacitated during the last month of their life. Even… Read More »
Who Should I Choose As The Executor For My Will In Massachusetts?
As part of writing your will, you should select an executor, which is now called a Personal Representative under Massachusetts Law. A Personal Representative is the party who is charged with ensuring that the instructions within your Last Will and Testament are followed. You may be wondering: Who should I pick as my PR?… Read More »
Preparing For Aging: Understanding Medicare
Health care needs tend to increase with age. For senior citizens and soon-to-be senior citizens, it is crucial to have an understanding of Medicare coverage. At Fisher Law LLC, we are proud to be a leading elder law firm serving Massachusetts. Within this article, our Norwood elder lawyer provides an overview of the key… Read More »
Can A Person Make A Will If They Are Under A Conservatorship In Massachusetts?
There may be a time when an elderly or otherwise vulnerable person is not in a position to manage his or her own affairs. This person may be placed in a conservatorship. A person under a conservatorship cannot write or revise a will. Here, our Boston estate planning attorney explains the key things to… Read More »
Can You Use A Will To Leave A Conditional Gift?
A will is your opportunity to control what happens to your estate. You can use it to leave money and property to your chosen heirs. You may be wondering: Can I use my will to leave a conditional gift? The short answer is “yes”—though, not all conditions are enforceable and a trust is often… Read More »
Can You Use A Will To Avoid Probate In Massachusetts?
Avoiding probate is an estate planning goal of a lot of people—and with good reason. Probate can be a time-consuming, confusing, and even frustrating process. This raises an important question: Can you use your will to avoid probate in Massachusetts? The answer is “no”—while there are strategies to limit your exposure to probate, a… Read More »
What Is A Spendthrift Trust?
Do you want to leave money or property to support a loved one? A trust may be one of the most effective, efficient options. If you have concerns about how your loved one will manage the funds—which is especially common for people who want to leave support for a teenager, college student, or young… Read More »
Can A Beneficiary Also Serve As A Trustee In Massachusetts?
A trust can be an effective, efficient way to leave assets to one or more beneficiaries. When you set up a trust in Massachusetts, you must appoint a trustee to oversee it. This raises an important question: Can the beneficiary of a trust also serve as the trustee? The answer is generally “yes”—though it… Read More »
LGBTQ+ Estate Planning In Massachusetts
The Williams Institute estimates that there are approximately 14 million LGBTQ+ adults nationwide. Though, the true figure may be significantly higher as the community’s size can be difficult to estimate. LGBTQ+ people and couples may have some unique estate planning needs. At Fisher Law LLC, we have the experience to help LGBTQ+ estate planning…. Read More »
Four Strategies To Leave Money/Property To Benefit A Charity As Part Of Your Estate Plan
Are you considering leaving money, property, or other assets to charity as part of your estate plan? If you, you will obviously want to make the biggest possible impact. There are specific estate planning strategies that you can use to leave a gift to support a good cause in a cost-effective manner. Within this… Read More »