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Directory of estate planning attorneys in Watertown, Massachusetts. Verify credentials with the state bar before hiring.
7 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Watertown, MA
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Showing 7 estate planning attorneys in Watertown, MA
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LaFountain & Wollman, P.C.
507 Mt Auburn St, Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 926-8944 lafountainwollman.com
Alford Legal Group, P.C.
142 Galen St #2, Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 802-7852 alfordlegalgroup.com
Loughran & Corbett
75 N Beacon St, Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 926-4466
Linda Sternberg, Esquire
129 Spring St, Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 722-8300 sternberglaw.com
K Vasken Babigian Law Offices
55 School St, Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 926-2112 babigianlaw.com
McGoldrick Timothy J
158 Belmont St, Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 924-3033 mcgoldricklawfirm.com
Maureen L. Doherty, Attorney at Law
63 Mt Auburn St, Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 924-7229
Estate planning attorneys in Watertown Massachusetts help residents create wills trusts and powers of attorney that comply with state law. Massachusetts has specific rules for estate taxes and probate court procedures that a local attorney can navigate. These legal professionals also assist with MassHealth planning and special needs trusts for families in the Watertown area.
What Does a Estate Planning Attorney in Watertown Cost?
Estate planning attorney fees in Massachusetts typically range from 300 to 500 dollars per hour for standard services. A basic will package including a will health care proxy and power of attorney often costs between 500 and 1500 dollars. More complex plans with trusts or tax planning can range from 2000 to 5000 dollars or more. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What documents are included in a basic estate plan in Massachusetts?
A basic estate plan in Massachusetts typically includes a last will and testament a durable power of attorney a health care proxy and a living will. Some plans also include a revocable living trust to avoid probate in Middlesex County.
How does Massachusetts estate tax affect Watertown residents?
Massachusetts imposes an estate tax on estates valued over one million dollars as of 2024. This threshold is much lower than the federal exemption so many Watertown homeowners may be subject to state estate taxes. An attorney can help structure assets to minimize this tax.
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