When a Massachusetts resident dies, their estate must go through probate before assets can be distributed to heirs. Probate is the court-supervised process of administering and distributing the deceased’s estate. Here is a basic overview of how probate works in Massachusetts. There are a variety of types of Probate in Massachusetts and the proper type …
I often come across clients who come into my office and immediately tell me what they need. They say, “I just need a simple Will, nothing fancy, I don’t have much,” or “My estate’s not complicated; I only have my two adult kids, and they know what to do if I go, but I just …
If you have created a Will in Massachusetts, taking the proper steps to ensure it is legally valid and fulfilling your wishes is essential. Here is some guidance on what to do with a Will in Massachusetts: Get it Notarized and witnessed Properly. It is worth mentioning that the Notarization of a Will is not …
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Whenever the possibility of a marital split is on the horizon, several questions start to pop up in every direction. Some such questions include “Will I need to pay alimony?” or “Will I need to pay child support?” begin to spin around one’s head as if they were a confused character from an old movie. …
A Divorce Lawyer Who Understands the Difficulties of a Family Law Case In the process of divorce, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. There are things to be worried about, both emotionally and financially, as you face the end of your marriage. To make matters worse, the laws regarding family law cases can be complicated to …
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We have all heard the term Due Diligence, but what is it, and what does it include in a small(er) private business transaction/acquisition? Due diligence in such transactions is akin to the meat cutter at any Taunton, Plymouth, or Hyannis deli telling you of the great sale for $3.95/pound! But what is it? Dietz …
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Biedak & Finlay Law Biedak & Finlay Law Firm is a law firm that serves the Taunton and Plymouth, MA areas in cases that involve Divorce, Family Law, Bankruptcy, Business Law, Civil Litigation, Contract Disputes, Consumer Protection, Mergers, Acquisitions, and Additions. The firm’s principals are Frank E. Biedak, Esq. and Robert C. Finlay, Esq. Who …
