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901 Eastern Ave Suite 2 Fall River, MA 02723» view map
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  University of Massachusetts School of Law, J.D. 2000
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Joan C. Grear

Landlord-Tenant, Lawsuit & Dispute, Wills & Probate, Medical Malpractice, Bankruptcy & Debt

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487 Pond St, Wakefield, RI 02879

Jennifer Faye Erickson

International, Estate

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29 Ninigret Ave, Wakefield, RI 02879

William J. O'Brien

Landlord-Tenant, Immigration, Wills & Probate, Employment

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11 Caswell St., Wakefield, RI 02879

Debra L. Chernick

Estate, Real Estate, Real Estate Other

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343C Main St, Wakefield, RI 02879

Debra L Chemick

General Practice

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343 Main St, Wakefield, RI 02879

Alicia Hoffman

Estate Planning

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336 Main Street, Wakefield, RI 02879

Jeffrey P. Finan

Landlord-Tenant, Immigration, Estate, Workers' Compensation

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169 Mulberry Ave, Wakefield, RI 02879

Amanda E. Tarzwell

Estate Administration, Estate Planning, Guardianships & Conservatorships

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490 Woodruff Avenue, Wakefield, RI 02879

Brian A. Bliss

Real Estate, Divorce & Family Law, Estate, Criminal, Business

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24 Salt Pond Rd, Wakefield, RI 02879

Marcia J. Boyd

Elder Law, Estate, Wills & Probate

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24 Salt Pond Rd, Wakefield, RI 02879

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SPRINKLING TRUST

A trust that gives the person managing it (the trustee) the discretion to disburse its funds among the beneficiaries in any way he or she sees fit.

BYPASS TRUST

A trust designed to lessen a family's overall estate tax liability. An AB trust is the most popular kind of bypass trust.

STATUTORY SHARE

The portion of a deceased person's estate that a spouse is entitled to claim under state law. The statutory share is usually one-third or one-half of the deceas... (more...)

The portion of a deceased person's estate that a spouse is entitled to claim under state law. The statutory share is usually one-third or one-half of the deceased spouse's property, but in some states the exact amount of the spouse's share depends on whether or not the couple has young children and, in a few states, on how long the couple was married. In most states, if the deceased spouse left a will, the surviving spouse must choose either what the will provides or the statutory share. Sometimes the statutory share is known by its more arcane legal name, dower and curtesy, or as a forced or elective share.

RULE AGAINST PERPETUITIES

An exceedingly complex legal doctrine that limits the amount of time that property can be controlled after death by a person's instructions in a will. For examp... (more...)

An exceedingly complex legal doctrine that limits the amount of time that property can be controlled after death by a person's instructions in a will. For example, a person would not be allowed to leave property to her husband for his life, then to her children for their lives, then to her grandchildren. The gift would potentially go to the grandchildren at a point too remote in time.

GRANTOR RETAINED INCOME TRUST

Irrevocable trusts designed to save on estate tax. There are several kinds; with all of them, you keep income from trust property, or use of that property, for ... (more...)

Irrevocable trusts designed to save on estate tax. There are several kinds; with all of them, you keep income from trust property, or use of that property, for a period of years. When the trust ends, the property goes to the final beneficiaries you've named. These trusts are for people who have enough wealth to feel comfortable giving away a substantial hunk of property. They come in three flavors: Grantor-Retained Annuity Trusts (GRATs), Grantor-Retained Unitrusts (GRUTs) and Grantor-Retained Income Trusts (GRITs).

PETITION

A formal written request made to a court, asking for an order or ruling on a particular matter. For example, if you want to be appointed conservator for an elde... (more...)

A formal written request made to a court, asking for an order or ruling on a particular matter. For example, if you want to be appointed conservator for an elderly relative, you must file a petition with a court. See also complaint.

DOWER AND CURTESY

A surviving spouse's right to receive a set portion of the deceased spouse's estate -- usually one-third to one-half. Dower (not to be confused with a 'dowry') ... (more...)

A surviving spouse's right to receive a set portion of the deceased spouse's estate -- usually one-third to one-half. Dower (not to be confused with a 'dowry') refers to the portion to which a surviving wife is entitled, while curtesy refers to what a man may claim. Until recently, these amounts differed in a number of states. However, because discrimination on the basis of sex is now illegal in most cases, most states have abolished dower and curtesy and generally provide the same benefits regardless of sex -- and this amount is often known simply as the statutory share. Under certain circumstances, a living spouse may not be able to sell or convey property that is subject to the other spouse's dower and curtesy or statutory share rights.

TAKING AGAINST THE WILL

A procedure under state law that gives a surviving spouse the right to demand a certain share (usually one-third to one-half) of the deceased spouse's property.... (more...)

A procedure under state law that gives a surviving spouse the right to demand a certain share (usually one-third to one-half) of the deceased spouse's property. The surviving spouse can take that share instead of accepting whatever he or she inherited through the deceased spouse's will. If the surviving spouse decides to take the statutory share, it's called 'taking against the will.' Dower and curtesy is another name for the same legal process.

LIVING TRUST

A trust you can set up during your life. Living trusts are an excellent way to avoid the cost and hassle of probate because the property you transfer into the t... (more...)

A trust you can set up during your life. Living trusts are an excellent way to avoid the cost and hassle of probate because the property you transfer into the trust during your life passes directly to the trust beneficiaries after you die, without court involvement. The successor trustee--the person you appoint to handle the trust after your death--simply transfers ownership to the beneficiaries you named in the trust. Living trusts are also called 'inter vivos trusts.'

Wakefield Estate Lawyer, Rhode Island

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Joan C. Grear

Jennifer Faye Erickson

William J. O'Brien

Debra L. Chernick

Debra L Chemick

Alicia Hoffman

Jeffrey P. Finan

Amanda E. Tarzwell

Brian A. Bliss

Marcia J. Boyd

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