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Mulhall Withrow, PLLC is hiring! We are searching for a spring/summer intern to support our estate planning partner, Amanda Mulhall. This is an in-person, paid position perfect for a law student looking to gain valuable real-word experience in a growing law practice. Learn more below!

The end of the year is the perfect time to take stock of the changes in your life and ensure your estate plan reflects them. Have you reviewed these 4 key areas? 1?? Financial Situation: Has the value of your home appreciated significantly? Are you maxing out your 401(k) or other retirement accounts? These shifts could impact your estate strategy. 2?? Family Changes: Has your family had new additions—like a marriage, birth, or adoption? Or other significant changes, such as a divorce or the loss of a loved one? 3?? Assets & Investments: Do you have new accounts, investments, or property that need to be added to your plan? 4?? Beneficiaries & Fiduciaries: Make sure your estate plan accurately reflects who you want to manage your affairs and receive your assets. Keeping your estate plan up-to-date ensures that your legacy aligns with your current wishes. Ready to review your plan before the year ends? Contact Amanda Mulhall today: https://bit.ly/3Q37CC3 #EstatePlanning #EstatePlanningAttorney #EstatePlanningLawyer #EstatePlanningTips #YearEndPlanning #FinancialReview

Divorce later in life, often called "gray divorce," can bring unique challenges. Unlike younger couples, divorce involving older couples typically involves more complex financial portfolios, including retirement accounts, real estate, and long-term investments. Here are 3 reasons why it can get more complicated: 1?? Higher Net Worth: Years of accumulated wealth mean there’s more to divide. 2?? Retirement Considerations: Decisions about pensions, Social Security benefits, and retirement savings carry long-term impacts. 3?? Emotional Attachments: Property or investments acquired over decades may hold sentimental value, making division harder. If you or your clients are facing a gray divorce, having experienced legal guidance is essential. Understanding the nuances accompanying these cases can make all the difference in protecting your financial future. Need help navigating your path forward? Contact Mulhall Withrow Family Law Partner Robert Withrow today: https://bit.ly/3Q37CC3 #GrayDivorce #GrayDivorceTips #AssetDivision #DivorceAttorney #FamilyLawAttorney

With the holidays right around the corner, now is the time to ensure your parenting plan is clear and manageable. ???? Holiday plans can become stressful without proper communication, but a well-thought-out schedule helps everyone enjoy the season—especially your children. Here are 4 tips for navigating holiday parenting time: 1?? Review Your Custody Agreement: Check your agreement for specific holiday provisions, such as alternating years or dividing key holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas. 2?? Communicate Early: Coordinate with your co-parent well in advance to confirm pick-up and drop-off times. Open discussions help avoid last-minute conflicts. 3?? Create New Traditions: If the holiday season is different this year, embrace it. Start new traditions that make the season special for your children. 4?? Keep the Kids’ Best Interests in Mind: Ensure the schedule prioritizes your children’s happiness and stability, making the season joyful for them. Need help navigating holiday schedules or updating your custody agreement? We’re here to help. Contact our team at Mulhall Withrow today: https://bit.ly/3Q37CC3 #FamilyLaw #FamilyLawAttorney #CoParenting #CoParentingTips #CustodyAgreement #HolidayPlanning

Many small business owners believe their operating agreements and corporate bylaws are in perfect order. However, the documents often do not reflect the client’s understanding of their rights and interests. This mismatch can create complications when the business owner creates an estate plan—especially when it comes to succession planning and transferring business interests. It’s essential to review corporate documents when creating an estate plan. Here are 3 things to consider: 1?? Transferability of Interests During Life: Many operating agreements and bylaws include restraints on transferring business interests. It is important to identify whether such restraints are included in the corporate documents, and if so, whether there are exceptions for estate planning, such as transferring an interest to the owner’s revocable trust during the owner’s lifetime. 2?? Transferability of Interests at Death: Some corporate documents provide for a redistribution of business interests to the business partners rather than allowing interests to pass with the deceased owner’s estate plan. They may also include rights of first offer to purchase company shares or rights of first refusal. 3?? Buy-Outs: In most cases, partners do not want to be in business with a deceased owner’s family after the owner’s death. Discussing a buy-out of the deceased owner’s interest from their estate is important to allow the business to continue functioning with the remaining partners. Secure your business’s future and protect what you’ve built with the proper estate planning. Contact us today to schedule a review with Amanda Mulhall: https://bit.ly/3Q37CC3 #BusinessOwner #LLC #OperatingAgreement #SuccessionPlanning #EstatePlanning #EstatePlanningAttorney

The holiday season is stressful for most people, but it can be especially difficult for families navigating the season after divorce. Adjusting to new traditions, shared parenting time, and emotional challenges can feel overwhelming. If you're struggling this season, here are 4 reminders: 1?? It’s Okay to Feel What You Feel: Give yourself grace and acknowledge that it’s normal to experience a range of emotions during the holidays. 2?? Focus on What You Can Control: Try to create meaningful moments, even if things look different than they did before. Small traditions can go a long way. 3?? Stay Connected: Lean on friends, family, or support groups for encouragement. You're not alone in feeling this way. 4?? Put the Kids First: Prioritize their happiness and stability, and make their holiday experience as positive as possible. If you need guidance with co-parenting or holiday schedules, we’re here to help. Contact us today: https://bit.ly/3Q37CC3 #Divorce #DivorceTips #CoParenting #CoParentingTips #FamilyLawAttorney #FamilyLawLawyer

The holiday season is nearly here! Robert Withrow and the Business Alliance Networking Group are once again spreading joy with their annual Toys for Tots Toy Drive! ?? This year’s event will be held on December 4th at 12:00 pm at Conrad’s in Walpole. If you would like to attend this year’s toy drive and kick off the holiday season with a great group of local professionals, please reach out to Rob at [email protected], and he will add you to the guest list. #ToyDrive #CommunityGiving #HolidaySpirit #BusinessAllianceNetworkingGroup #GiveBack #SupportLocalKids

Justice Amy Blake has been nominated to serve as the next Chief Justice of the Massachusetts Appeals Court. Her appointment is a historic milestone as she would be the first female Justice to hold this role. With a distinguished legal career in the Probate and Family Courts, we are looking forward to having a Chief Justice so familiar with family law issues. Click to learn more: https://bit.ly/4ht9Vu0 #LegalNews #LegalUpdate #JusticeAmyBlake #JusticeBlake #MassachusettsLaw #WomenInLaw #ChiefJustice

This Veteran’s Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to the brave individuals who have served our country. ???? Thank you for your service. #VeteransDay

Legal Update ?? Massachusetts recently made a significant change to its estate recovery law. Previously, if a person between the ages of 55 and 65 receiving MassHealth benefits incurred health care expenses unrelated to long-term and nursing care, the state could recover costs by claiming a portion of the individual’s estate after their passing. This policy has been eliminated for individuals dying on or after August 1, 2024, offering substantial financial relief to families who were previously impacted. If you or a loved one are between the ages of 55 and 65 and receiving MassHealth, this change could have a meaningful impact on your estate planning. Contact our team at Mulhall Withrow today to learn more about how these changes may affect your estate: https://bit.ly/3Q37CC3 #MassachusettsLaw #MALegalUpdate #EstateRecovery #MassHealth #EstatePlanning #EstatePlanningAttorney