Attorney-client privilege allows clients to have free and open conversations with their lawyers in order to receive proper, well-informed guidance. At Surprenant & Beneski, P.C., we are well aware of the conflicts and disputes that can arise when an estate plan is constructed on a foundation that is not fully truthful.
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Planning Your Funeral as Part of Estate Planning
At Surprenant & Beneski, our experienced estate planning attorneys assist clients throughout Southeastern Massachusetts, many of whom inquire about the reasons for, and logistics of, planning their funeral. While you might expect this to only be a concern of our elderly clients or those who are seriously ill, the reality is that...
Decluttering Goes Hand in Hand With Estate Planning
At Surprenant & Beneski, we recognize that while estate planning is necessary at any age, it may seem more urgent as you age. Similarly, although decluttering is useful when you are young, there is more time to focus on it as you get older. While in the midst of a busy career...
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Written by Daniel M. Surprenant, Esq., CELA, Managing Partner, Surprenant & Beneski, P.C.
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People will occasionally ask, what makes Surprenant & Beneski different? That is a great question! Since there are lots of other estate planning attorneys out there, it can be difficult to differentiate. We ALL draft...
What You Can Do to Avoid Trust Disputes
Trust disputes often start when beneficiaries feel confused, caught off guard, or uncertain about how a trust was created or managed. Careful planning, clear documentation, and thinking ahead about how your decisions may be viewed later can reduce that risk. While no plan can prevent every disagreement, a well-designed trust can limit...
Should a Power of Attorney Be Drafted for My Elderly Parents?
Recognizing that your elderly parents are losing strength and ability as they age is painful, but it is also realistic. Just as your parents cared for and protected you when you were a child, it will now become your responsibility to care for and protect them.
One of the...
The Benefits of Preparing a Will
While most people understand that they will need a Last Will and Testament, a recent Gallup poll shows that 46 percent of American adults do not have a will. If you are one of this group, whether due to simple procrastination or unwillingness to confront mortality, now...
When the Signs of Aging Require Action
Preparing for aging is a complex and variable task, whether you are thinking of yourself, your spouse, your partner, or your parents. At Surprenant & Beneski, P.C., our elder care attorneys help clients in Southeastern Massachusetts take steps to make the changes that accompany aging easier to navigate.
Recognizing...