Monthly Archives: May 2025
What To Know About Pour-Over Wills In Massachusetts
Do you have a revocable living trust? If so, you should generally also have a pour-over will. A pour-over will is a key estate planning tool that works alongside a revocable living trust to ensure a seamless transfer of assets. At Fisher Law LLC, we help clients put comprehensive estate plans in place. Here,… Read More »
Do You Need Witnesses For A Will In Massachusetts?
To write a valid will in Massachusetts, there are specific requirements that you must satisfy. Under Commonwealth law (Mass. General Laws c.190B § 2-502), a will should be “signed by at least 2 individuals, each of whom witnessed either the signing of the will.” Here, our Boston estate planning attorney explains what you should… Read More »
Estate Planning: What Is Ademption?
What happens if you left property in a will that the testator—the person who wrote the will—no longer actually owns? In Massachusetts, this issue is referred to as ademption. It happens more frequently that many people realize. Here, our Norwood estate planning attorney explains the key points to know about ademption in Massachusetts. Ademption:… Read More »