Marc Guertin Attorney at Law, LLC

04/29/2025

The 21st annual SPRING BRAWL will take place on Friday, June 13 at Mike Vanacore Field at 6:00 p.m. All proceeds will support Jenny Nolan, a North Haven High School math teacher and mother of two girls, Annie and Katie (ages seven and four). Jenny’s husband, Matt, tragically passed away on April 4, 2025 due to complications following a routine surgical procedure.

Donations can be made via check payable to North Haven Football care of Spring Brawl and sent to Coach Anthony Sagnella at North Haven High School, 221 Elm Street, North Haven, CT, 06473.

Please come out to support Jenny and her family as we celebrate Matt’s life and continue the North Haven tradition of supporting members of our community.

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10/15/2024

Our favorite North Haven Football player- Jeremy Guertin.

10/11/2024

The northern lights last night about my office.

03/16/2024

More than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s according to the Alzheimer’s Association. And according to the organization’s website by 2050, this number is projected to rise to nearly 13 million. Alzheimer’s disease is a degenerative brain disease and the most common cause of dementia. Dementia, an umbrella term for a range of cognitive impairments affecting memory, thinking, and social abilities, presents profound challenges not only for individuals but also for their families....

With dementia diagnoses on the rise, it's more important than ever to plan your estate when you're in good health.

08/26/2023

Got kids headed to college or one that has recently turned 18? There are 4 docs they should have that will allow you to make important decisions on their behalf in case of emergency. Whether your child is headed to college or not, it's really important to be aware of how things change in the eye of the law once they turn 18.
https://attorneymarc.com/2023/08/26/when-your-child-turns-18-they-are-now-a-legal-adult-without-these-docs-you-cant-make-decisions-for-them-in-an-emergency/

08/13/2023

Thinking about how you would pay for skilled nursing care (if you ever needed it) is a common worry. This article outlines the three ways most people pay for it.

Over the years I've learned that one of the major concerns for many of my clients is the thought of needing skilled nursing care in the future and wondering how they would pay for it. This is a valid concern because spending time in a long-term care facility can be financially devastating. Currently...

08/06/2023

I advise my clients to review their estate plan documents at least once a year. This article offers a quick guide on what you should be looking for when you do your annual review.

A comprehensive guide on how to do an annual self-review of estate planning documents like wills, trusts, healthcare directives, and powers of attorney.

07/30/2023

Sometimes people hear the words "estate planning" and think they don't need it. But every adult should have a few key documents in place regardless of how much stuff they have. This brief article explains why.

Every adult should have a basic estate plan that contemplates both life and death. The basic plan should include four key documents– a Will, Power of Attorney, Healthcare Directive, and a Liv…

07/16/2023

If you have loved ones with disabilities there are some specific things you need to think about when planning your estate. The short article linked here outlines the basics of what you need to know.

by Attorney Marc Guertin If there’s one thing you should learn from reading this article it’s that I strongly discourage people from establishing custodial accounts or leaving cash outr…

07/09/2023

If you have kids under 18, choosing a guardian for them is one of the hardest, but most important decisions a parent can make. If you pass away or become incapacitated and can't take care of your kids, having a plan in place is one of the best ways you can ensure they remain supported and loved even if you're not around. This short article outlines several things to consider and who should be on your list of potential guardians --->
https://attorneymarc.com/2023/07/09/if-you-have-kids-under-18-choosing-a-guardian-is-one-of-the-hardest-but-most-important-decisions-youll-make-as-a-parent/

07/02/2023

I am often asked about the difference between Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts. While the answer is relatively simple, I find what people are really asking is "Which is the right Trust for me?"🤔

You can read the answers to both of these questions in the short article I wrote found here ---> https://attorneymarc.com/2023/07/02/whats-the-difference-between-revocable-and-irrevocable-trusts/