If you're in need of Massachusetts estate planning or probate administration, please schedule a FREE consultation. With almost two decades of helping hundreds of Massachusetts individuals and families, my experience can be TRUSTED. While nobody wants to think about death or disability, establishing a Massachusetts estate plan is one of the most important steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Proper estate planning can spare your loved ones of the expense, delay and frustration associated with managing your affairs when you pass away or become disabled. Pearce Law is committed to answering your questions about estate planning issues in Massachusetts. I offer a free consultation and I'll gladly discuss your case with you at your convenience.
Proper estate planning can spare your loved ones of the expense, delay and frustration associated with managing your affairs when you pass away or become disabled. Pearce Law is committed to answering your questions about estate planning issues in Massachusetts. I offer a free consultation and I'll gladly discuss your case with you at your convenience.
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In 1998 I moved to Boston to attend law school and I never left. My first job out of law school was in a small firm in Somerville where I began acquiring the skills for elder law and estate planning. In 2010 I opened my own practice in Cambridge where I continue as a solo attorney today applying my training, skills and knowledge gained with each passing year.
While nobody wants to think about death or disability, establishing an estate plan is one of the most important steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones. Proper estate planning not only puts you in charge of your finances, it can also spare your loved ones of the expense, delay and frustration associated with managing your affairs when you pass away or become disabled.
The high cost of long-term care has made planning a critically important issue for most middle class seniors and their families. In fact, most seniors will likely require some form of long-term care. Sadly, many of them are unprepared for the significant financial burdens it places on their family's hard earned savings.
When a loved one passes away, his or her estate often goes through a court-managed process called probate or estate administration where the assets of the deceased are managed and distributed. If your loved-one owned his or her assets through a well drafted and properly funded living trust, it is likely that no court-managed administration is necessary, though the successor trustee needs to administer the distribution of the deceased's assets.
When someone passes away, his or her property must somehow pass to another person. In the United States, any competent adult has the right to choose the manner in which his or her assets are distributed after his or her passing.
Sadly, many individuals don't engage in formal estate planning because they don't think that they have "a lot of assets" or mistakenly believe that their assets will be automatically shared among their children upon their passing.If you don't make proper legal arrangements for the management of your assets and affairs after your passing, the state's intestacy laws will take over upon your death or incapacity.
Sadly, many individuals don't engage in formal estate planning because they don't think that they have "a lot of assets" or mistakenly believe that their assets will be automatically shared among their children upon their passing.If you don't make proper legal arrangements for the management of your assets and affairs after your passing, the state's intestacy laws will take over upon your death or incapacity.
Reviews (11)
Larry Keane
Oct 16, 2021
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Greg passes with flying colors on the things that are most important to us.
First of all, he is very up front and transparent. there was no "up-selling" or efforts to get us to buy into any "extras". Within the first five minutes we knew exactly what it was going to cost and what that included. I wish everyone did business this way.
Second, he was very responsive. I believe he answered my (several) email questions within 24 hours. Impressive!
I really liked the final product as well.....a very well organized binder with all our important items easy to locate. There will be no confusion later
First of all, he is very up front and transparent. there was no "up-selling" or efforts to get us to buy into any "extras". Within the first five minutes we knew exactly what it was going to cost and what that included. I wish everyone did business this way.
Second, he was very responsive. I believe he answered my (several) email questions within 24 hours. Impressive!
I really liked the final product as well.....a very well organized binder with all our important items easy to locate. There will be no confusion later
David Heller
Aug 27, 2021
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Greg is a very accessible, caring and generous attorney. He has a gift for explaining things clearly to a layperson, and he will be patient with your reflecting on your needs and desires for your estate. He also works efficiently and will deliver a fine finished product in a short period of time. Greg is a good listener, and you will feel comfortable speaking with him about the most sensitive personal and family issues. I believe, that just as I have, if you choose Greg to represent you in your estate planning and will, you will be very glad that you did.
Suzanne Teegarden
Aug 23, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness
Mr. Pearce provided me with excellent service in establishing a revocable trust and updating my will. His descriptions of the details of the trust and issues involved were clear and helpful He was responsive and pleasant to work with. I recommend him highly.
Mr. Pearce provided me with excellent service in establishing a revocable trust and updating my will. His descriptions of the details of the trust and issues involved were clear and helpful He was responsive and pleasant to work with. I recommend him highly.
Anzor Sidamonidze
Jul 14, 2021
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Cambridge Cable
Jun 14, 2021
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I have, and will continue to refer friends and family to this practice. Atty. Pearce is a true professional - he is knowledgeable about all aspects of the business...patient with, and responsive to all questions...and committed to making the experience as easy as possible. If there was an option to give more than 5 Stars I would be the first!
Steven
Jun 07, 2021
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Atty. Pearce assisted me with a will/trust and during our meeting he deftly identified and corrected a potential problem with our deed. Professional, knowledgeable and an excellent communicator, he was able to effectively explain the legal issues in layman’s terms. Easily accessible and open to a “sit down” at his office, I highly recommend Atty. Pearce for any of your legal needs.
Kathleen Mahoney
Jun 05, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
Greg guided us through this process professionally and answered all of our questions along the way. We had been dragging our feet getting our wills and trusts completed but after we had our initial meeting with Greg, the process was much more manageable than we anticipated. I highly recommend!
Greg guided us through this process professionally and answered all of our questions along the way. We had been dragging our feet getting our wills and trusts completed but after we had our initial meeting with Greg, the process was much more manageable than we anticipated. I highly recommend!
Henriqueta Fontes
Dec 14, 2020
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I recently had one of the best experience taking with Mr. Pearce on the phone, i was looking for attorney to representing my family and I on the family matter that nome of us had any ideas how or where to approached . Mr. Pearce spend his time getting all information on the case and professionally he advised me with all the necessary tools to addressing the matter. I will recommend Mr. Pearce to my future needs and to anyone who may need an attorney. The best.
Paul E. Fallon
Jul 21, 2020
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Gregory Pearce did a superb job in preparing my estate plan. He’s a careful listener who quickly understood the overarching ideas behind my bequests, asked pertinent questions about logistics, and prepared a comprehensive set of documents that reflect my last wishes with regards to health and assets. The process was efficient, yet Gregory took whatever time necessary to provide clear explanations and responses to all of my questions. I knew very little about estate planning before working with Gregory. I am confident that he has created a plan that will address whatever eventualities come my
Lee E.
Jul 03, 2020
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Greg was recommended by several neighbors on Nextdoor and after our initial consultation I understood why. He's knowledgeable, kind, and extremely thorough. Working with him for my family's needs was a pleasure.
Questions, there were many, were met with patience and explained in as much detail I needed. Also, calls and emails were responded to promptly. After each meeting I walked away with a better understanding and confident in the decisions made.
Questions, there were many, were met with patience and explained in as much detail I needed. Also, calls and emails were responded to promptly. After each meeting I walked away with a better understanding and confident in the decisions made.
Nancy C.
May 26, 2020
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We were referred to Greg by a friend when we were searching for someone with expertise in estate planning and elder law. We have been very satisfied with Greg's legal services especially ensuring protection of our parents' home and assets when they could no longer make decisions on their own. Not only is Greg knowledgeable, thorough, and professional, he is also personable, listens to our concerns, responds promptly to our questions, available even during off-hours, and advises according to our best interest. He continues to deliver high quality services as he oversees our estate planning. We highly
