Probate Lawyer Serving Ashland
Compassionate Assistance When You Need It Most
If you recently lost someone dear to you and have been entrusted with the task of overseeing the distribution of their assets, call Marsden Law P.C. Our compassionate team understands the emotions and pain that follow a death. Let us alleviate the legal burden for you. We will settle the estate and any outstanding debts, validate the will, distribute the property to the appropriate beneficiaries, and do whatever else the case requires. We’ll efficiently lead the process to allow you the necessary time to grieve knowing the probate is being handled by a professional who has you and your loved one’s best interests at heart.
Call Marsden Law P.C. for assistance with probate in Ashland: (800) 828-7854.
Massachusetts Probate Process
Probate is a standard court process in which the decedent’s belongings are distributed to their desired heirs and any outstanding debts are settled. Certain requirements vary by state, with it being necessary in some states and not in others. In Massachusetts, probate can be avoided in specific scenarios. Probate is only required if:
- The will needs to be established as valid
- The deceased person had property for which they were the sole owner
- There are creditors the decedent must repay
- Someone is trying to access the decedent’s medical records
- The deceased person needs to file a tax return and pay taxes
Avoiding Probate in Massachusetts
Steps can be taken during estate planning to help avoid probate.
Establishing a living trust can help you avoid probate for any asset you own —real estate, bank accounts, vehicles. You will need to create the trust and name someone to take over as successor trustee after your death. This way ownership of your property and accounts can be transferable.
Contact our Ashland Probate Attorney Today
Our attorney can help you evaluate your case and note areas where you can minimize the necessity of probate for your future beneficiaries and instead arrange for a simple transfer of assets.
Our probate attorney serving Ashland can help you successfully complete the probate process. Contact us today for assistance.
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Reviews & Testimonials
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"Giving a huge shoutout to Holliston's local Attorney, Jay Marsden, who came to our rescue on an estate matter earlier this week amidst the holiday crunch."Giving a huge shoutout to Holliston's local Attorney, Jay Marsden, who came to our rescue on an estate matter earlier this week amidst the holiday crunch. If you're looking for a professional, personable, patient, down-to-earth person to walk you through some of life's most important, often quite complicated decisions, call Attorney Jay Marsden. We've used Jay's legal services multiple times. Jay, and his team, are top-notch!- Mary C.
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"I highly recommend Marsden Law for anyone dealing with the financial (and emotional) needs of caring for an elder parent."
My family and I are just starting the Medicaid application process for our Mom, who is now on Long Term Care. Marsden Law is handling all of this for us. After our first meeting with Jay, we went away with a much clearer understanding of how we need to proceed to take care of all of our Mom’s future financial needs. Jay took the time to explain everything in great detail and made it easy for us to understand what we need to do going forward. Applying for Medicaid is an overwhelming process, to say the least, and we have the utmost confidence in Jay and his team, that they will be there for us, through the entire process. I highly recommend Marsden Law for anyone dealing with the financial (and emotional) needs of caring for an elder parent.
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"Excellent service! Legal advise offered in a way that we can understand it."My family and I have had a relationship with Marsden Law for many years....close to 15 years I'd say...and they have never let us down. Excellent service, legal advise offered in a way that we can understand it, and they have really earned of our trust. I would recommend Marsden Law to any of my friends.- Bob W.
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Avoiding Probate in Massachusetts
Steps can be taken during estate planning to help avoid probate.
Establishing a living trust can help you avoid probate for any asset you own —real estate, bank accounts, vehicles. You will need to create the trust and name someone to take over as successor trustee after your death. This way ownership of your property and accounts can be transferable.