Government Benefits for Persons Who Are Disabled
The purpose of this handout is to provide you with information about government benefits that will be helpful to you and your lawyer in planning for your child’s or family member’s future. In addition to trust and estate planning skills, your lawyer needs to understand the problems of disabling conditions, the interests of the person with…
ABLE Program Launched in MA: The Attainable Savings Plan?
The Stephen Beck Jr. Achieving a Better Life Experience Act of 2014 (known as the ABLE Act) was signed into law by President Obama on December 16, 2014. The ABLE Act amended the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend certain expiring provisions and to make technical corrections to the IRS code. This legislation, which…
Todd Brodeur Gets Recognized as Commercial Real Estate “Go To Lawyer”
Congratulations to Todd Brodeur! We’re proud to congratulate Todd Brodeur on being recognized as a Commercial Real Estate “Go To Lawyer” by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly. This well-deserved honor highlights Todd’s deep industry knowledge, trusted counsel, and consistent excellence in serving clients across the commercial real estate landscape. Please join us in congratulating Todd on this…
Atty. Matt Eckel Secures Unanimous Boston ZBA Approval
Congratulations to Attorney Matthew J Eckel on securing unanimous approval from the Boston Zoning Board of Appeal for a major office-to-residential conversion in the South End. Matt represented the development team in the successful plan to transform the underutilized office building at 95 Berkeley Street into a mixed-use building, including 92 residential units, 18 of…
Atty. Patrick Tinsley prevails over high stakes jury trial in Barnstable Superior Court
Trial Update | DeVico v. Sullivan (Barnstable Superior Court) Fletcher Tilton is pleased to share a successful trial outcome in DeVico v. Sullivan, litigated in Barnstable Superior Court. Attorney Patrick Tinsley represented Ms. Sullivan, who was named as a defendant in a lawsuit brought by two of her brothers concerning ownership of their parents’ former…
FT Attorneys Secure Summary Judgment in Complex Trust Dispute
Date: December 4, 2025 (Worcester Superior Court, Worcester, MA) Fletcher Tilton litigation attorneys Adam Ponte, Michael Brangwynne, and Anthony Moroso successfully represented a remainder trust beneficiary in a complex dispute involving the distribution of multiple, substantial Central Massachusetts real estate assets. The plaintiff alleged that the defendant trustee—who is also the other remainder beneficiary and the…
Attorney Rick Barry Selected as Legal Luminary by Mass Lawyers Weekly
Fletcher Tilton congratulates attorney Rick Barry for being selected as a “Legal Luminary” for Trusts & Estates by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly. A new program celebrating legal professionals who have shaped the community and advanced the practice of law across central Massachusetts. This honor recognizes attorneys and others whose dedication, expertise and commitment to justice have…
Attorney Todd Brodeur Selected as Legal Luminary by Mass Lawyers Weekly
Fletcher Tilton congratulates attorney Todd Brodeur for being selected as a “Legal Luminary” for Real Estate by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly. A new program celebrating legal professionals who have shaped the community and advanced the practice of law across central Massachusetts. This honor recognizes attorneys and others whose dedication, expertise and commitment to justice have made…
Fletcher Tilton Earns Tier 1 Ranking in 2026 edition of Best Law Firms®
We’re proud to share that Fletcher Tilton has earned a Metropolitan Tier 1 ranking in eight practice areas in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms®.This recognition reflects the dedication, expertise, and client-focused work of our entire team. Thank you to our clients and colleagues for your continued trust and support.