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As Spring flowers bloom and the grass finally begins to grow, the Massachusetts legal community has put into effect new laws in the areas of Divorce and Probate Law. Last time we shared with you information on the changes in alimony law; this month we highlight the new rules and forms involving wills/probate/guardianship.
In addition to these two major changes of law, this newsletter will hit on questions in the practice areas of real estate and elder law, and offer a solution to help you with those difficult decisions you may need to make for your elderly loved one.
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Enjoy the great weather we are having. No shoveling required!! Thank you, Allan and Amy Beth Baron |
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New Probate Law in Massachusetts
We are officially in the early days of the implementation of the new probate law in Massachusetts. Sweeping changes to the probate law include the updating of terminology, changes in the intestacy order of distribution (if you die without a will),and changes to how people may probate estates in a more streamlined and less supervisory way. Moreover, the probate law changes also include different ways and procedures involved for the appointment of guardians and conservators. The intention behind the changes to Massachusetts Probate Law is to bring our Probate Court System into the 21st century and unify its forms and procedures with that of most other states. This is a great time to find and look over your legal estate documents, meet with us to discuss and review your documents and determine whether the new laws necessitate changes be made, as you wish, to your estate planning documents. Set up your estate review meeting today. |
Did You Know?
Baron Law & Mediation, LLP was asked to join The ARAGŪ Speaker Panel and graciously accepted. ARAGŪ is a global provider of legal solutions.
Upon our acceptance, we received a personal acknowledgement that we would like to share with you: "Congratulations! You are one of our newest attorneys to join our Presenter/Benefit Fair Panel. ARAG is thrilled to be working with you on upcoming opportunities.We look forward to working with you on these projects." We anticipate doing pro-active, client beneficial work with ARAGŪ and are excited about this opportunity. |
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Something to Think About...
A question relevant to so many people in this day and age: Is your elder parent reaching that crucial time when he/she needs to leave home? If so, there are so many options for that next step- an Independent Senior Living Facility, Traditional Assisted Living Facility, Memory Impaired Unit or Nursing Home- that your head can spin with decisions about what is best.
You don't have to research and consider those options alone. Amy Beth Baron is an Attorney, Trained Mediator, and Registered Nurse with Specialty Certifications in Life Care Planning and Medical Case Management. She will work with you as a Legal Nurse Advocate and Negotiator to find the accommodation for your elderly loved one that is the best fit for them as individuals and at the best financial value while providing optimal care and safety.
Your elderly loved one will also likely need help with legal decision drafting documents, which may include advanced care directives, durable powers of attorney, and guardianship or conservatorship appointments along with the facility lease/contract that will need to be executed prior to moving into their new home.
Our next letter will talk more about how Amy can assist you when your elderly loved one needs to transition from their home into a safe, supervised, quality driven facility that still promotes their independence. If you have questions in the meantime, contact Amy today. |
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Baron Law & Mediation, LLPDivorce | Estate Planning | Elder Law | Real Estate
800 Turnpike Street, Suite 300 North Andover, MA 01845 Phone: 978.674.8530www.BaronLawMediation.com
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