Estate Planning Attorney in [Town], MA

Estate planning isn't just about money. It's about the people you love.

Attorney David J. Dubinsky helps families plan for their kids, their parents, and themselves, with a bit of heart and a lot of experience.

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You've been meaning to do this for years

Most people don't put off estate planning because they don't care. They put it off because the rules feel complicated, and there's always next month.

But the questions don't go away

  1. 01Who will care for my kids if something happens to me?
  2. 02How do I support them without handing them everything at 18?
  3. 03Will a nursing home take everything we've saved?
  4. 04Will my kids end up fighting with each other?
  5. 05Will my family get stuck in probate?

Waiting doesn't make these questions easier. It just leaves them for someone else to answer, sometimes in front of a judge.

A good plan answers them now. Then you can stop carrying them around.

Planning for every stage of family life

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Raising kids

Young professional families

You've worked hard, and your kids have more than you did. So the real question isn't just who gets what. It's how you raise kids who still work hard.

A good plan lets you keep parenting, even if you can't be there. We'll help you choose guardians, pick who manages the money, and pass on your values while letting your kids pursue their own dreams. And no, they don't get everything at 18.

New parents? Some people call it adulting. Naming a guardian for your child is one of the most grown-up things you'll ever do. We'll keep it simple.

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Turning 18

College-age kids

Once your kid turns 18, you're not automatically in the loop anymore. If something happens at school, you may not be able to talk to their doctors or help with their bills.

A health care proxy and power of attorney fix that before they head off.

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Your turn

Heading into retirement

You've worked all your life to build what you have. Now it's your turn to decide.

Decide how you'll be cared for as you age and where your life's accumulation will go. Then protect it from long-term care costs, probate, and family conflict.

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For Mom & Dad

Planning for aging parents

Got procrastinating parents? You're not alone.

When parents in their late 70s or 80s never get around to planning, the family can end up at the courthouse, arguing to a judge about who's in charge of Mom's care and whether to sell the house. Nobody wants that kind of family reunion.

We help make sure you have the authority you need, decisions go smoothly, and siblings stay on the same page. Many clients do their own plan and their parents' plan at the same time.

How we can help

From your first will and trust to settling a loved one's estate, we handle the full picture of Massachusetts estate planning.

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    Estate Planning

    The core of most plans: wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and health care proxies. We almost never do a will without a trust. We plan for young kids, college-age kids heading out on their own, retirement, aging parents, and even the family vacation home.

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    Probate & Estate Administration

    Probate is the court process for settling someone's estate after they pass. We guide families through it with care, and help many avoid it with good planning.

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    Medicaid (MassHealth) Planning

    Plan ahead for long-term care, so a nursing home stay doesn't wipe out what you've saved for your family.

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    Business Succession Planning

    For business owners, your business is part of your estate. We plan for what happens to it, and can set up LLCs and corporations as part of your plan.

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People think estate planning is about money. It's really about relationships.

Your plan. Your choices.

Many estate plans are so technical and complex that families aren't happy living with them. We do it differently.

We educate, advise, and inform, so you can make informed decisions and own your plan. It's your plan, set up in a way that makes legal sense.

That's why every plan starts with a meaningful conversation about your life and where you want things to go. It's how we bring a bit of heart to the process.

Three steps to a finished plan

01

Share your family's story

Tell us about your family, your goals, and what worries you.

02

Create your plan

We explain the rules in plain language. You make the decisions. We build the plan around them.

03

Give your family peace of mind

Your plan is signed, in place, and ready when your family needs it.

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Meet Attorney David J. Dubinsky

David is a Trusts and Estates attorney who has been practicing law for longer than he'd care to admit. (Since 1987, if you're counting.)

"I've always had a profound interest in how things work and how society functions. And I like teaching."

Estate planning lets David do both. He teaches clients what the rules are, then works with them to reach informed decisions together.

What keeps him at it? "I really like learning about my clients and what they do and what their families are like."

  • Practicing law since 1987
  • Boston University School of Law
  • Has taught at Boston University, Newbury College, and UC San Diego
  • Board member, WealthCounsel Massachusetts Forum
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  • Authorized provider for LegalEase and LawPoint employee legal plans
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What clients say

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"A man with passion"

Without getting into details David saved my family from the untold horrors of family probate court. With his help we settled things and are now working together towards our future. If you need help with family law he is the guy for the job. Very professional, very kind, very smart. Qualities not often lumped together in the area of attorneys.
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"My family's lawyer"

David does it all. … He's a knowledgeable compassionate man who fights hard to get his clients the best outcome he can for their cases.
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Common questions

Don't see yours? Send David an email. He's happy to explain.

Ask David a question

Do I need both a will and a trust?

In most cases, we recommend both. We almost never do a will without a trust. David to add 1 to 2 sentences on why

How often should I update my estate plan?

We reach out about every 3 to 4 years to review your plan. Laws change, and so do families, relationships, and assets.

My parents keep putting this off. Can you help?

Yes. Many clients plan for their parents while doing their own. The goal is less hassle for you later, clear authority to make decisions, and fewer conflicts between siblings.

Do you work with business owners?

Yes. We plan for your business as part of your estate plan, and we can set up LLCs and corporations.

Where do we meet?

We meet at mutually convenient times and locations. David to confirm

What is probate?

Probate is the court process for settling someone's estate after they pass. A good plan can often help your family avoid it.

If you'd rather your assets follow your plan, not the government's plan, let's talk.

You've been thinking about it for a while. Let's get it done together.

Email David Call 339-502-0407