Why You Should Have An Estate Plan
We are often asked “Why do I need an estate plan?” If you have assets, are married, or have children, any of these is a reason to have an estate plan. An estate plan enables you to distribute your assets to the people you choose, in the manner you want them to be received, and…
Does It Matter Who I Choose For My Trustee?
Choosing the right trustee to serve now or on trusts that may be created in the future is extremely important. In fact, choosing the right trustee may be one of the most important decisions you will make in your estate plan. The following details the trustee’s responsibilities and discusses the pros and cons of different…
Virtual Estate Planning in Massachusetts During COVID-19
Thanks to technology, estate planning can often be done virtually for those who are concerned about in-person meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic. Pursuant to Governor Charlie Baker’s April 27, 2020 order, Massachusetts temporarily allows for virtual notarization of certain documents, which includes estate planning documents. The act requires that the clients, the witnesses and the…
Can the IRS Take My Home?
The Internal Revenue Code allows the government to use federal and state courts to collect unpaid taxes and enforce liens. This collection power includes instituting foreclosure proceedings and obtaining administrative seizure of a taxpayer’s home or other property under certain circumstances. The IRS is unlikely to pursue foreclosure actions against most taxpayers, especially if the…
Dealing With IRS Penalties
Taxpayers who fail to file their tax returns on time or fail to pay the full amount due are automatically hit with hefty charges for interest and penalties. When this happens, taxpayers should expect to receive a bill in the mail a few months after filing. The best way to deal with interest and penalties…
Resolving Chronic Nonfiling Situations
The IRS estimates that there are currently seven million “nonfilers” in the United States. Nonfilers are folks who, for one reason or another, simply do not file their federal income tax returns. Some people think that not filing will keep them off the IRS’s radar. Because most taxpayers have a legal obligation to file annually,…
Attorney Michael Duffy’s Article featured in New England Real Estate Journal
Tax attorney Michael Duffy’s article “Catching Up On Your Taxes” featured in New England Real Estate Journal, July 2020. Click here to read the article.
Fletcher Tilton Voted Favorite for Special Needs Assistance
Fletcher Tilton voted the winner in the category of Special Needs Legal Assistance by the readers of Boston Parents Paper. See the 2020 Family Favorites Reader’s Choice awards in the August issue of Boston Parents.
Attorney Joseph Bartulis is Panelist in WBJ Webcast Series
As part of the Worcester Business Journal’s webcast series, Attorney Joseph Bartulis and Fallon Health’s Vice President of Medical Affairs David Brumley, MD. will address key requirements and legal issues that companies should keep top of mind when planning for even a reduced level of operations. To learn more and to register, visit our Seminars and…