Monteforte Law P.C.

Monteforte Law P.C. Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney. We specialize in all aspects of estate planning and elder law. The Law Office of Michael Monteforte Jr.

was established in 2006 and is a general practice law firm, specializing in Estate Planning, Real Estate, and Business Law. Attorney Monteforte was admitted to the Massachusetts Bar in January 2002 and first practiced in Lynn, MA, starting as just a law clerk in 2000, continuing through his admission as an attorney in 2002. In 2006 he left Lynn to establish his own law firm now located in Woburn,

MA. He is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts, the U.S. Tax Court, and is admitted to practice in the State of New York and the State of New Hampshire.

Real estate law is one thing. Estate planning is another. Your estate plan should be handled by someone who actually foc...
08/27/2026

Real estate law is one thing. Estate planning is another. Your estate plan should be handled by someone who actually focuses on it.

Looking for an attorney who focuses on estate planning? Learn more about our firm at Montefortelaw.com

Dolly Parton has died at 80, leaving behind an extraordinary career, countless beloved songs, and a legacy that extends ...
08/26/2026

Dolly Parton has died at 80, leaving behind an extraordinary career, countless beloved songs, and a legacy that extends far beyond music.

As news of Dolly Parton’s death spreads, questions about her estate will naturally follow. What happens to the music, businesses, and other assets she spent a lifetime building?

We took a closer look at the Dolly Parton estate and the estate planning lessons her story brings to light.

Read the full blog: Dolly Parton’s Estate: More Than a Will →

🔗 https://www.montefortelaw.com/blog/what-happens-to-dolly-partons-estate/

08/24/2026

How much does probate actually cost in Massachusetts? It’s a question many families don’t think about until they’re already dealing with an estate.

And the cost isn’t always just one court fee. Depending on the estate, there can be attorney fees, court costs, administrative expenses, and other costs associated with settling the estate.

This is also why simply having a trust isn’t enough. If the trust isn’t properly funded, assets can still end up going through probate. Understanding how your estate is structured can make a big difference in what your family may have to deal with later.

Watch the full video to learn more about the real cost of probate in Massachusetts.

🔗 https://youtu.be/8Md91beB044

Today we’re celebrating Michael Monteforte III! 🎉From helping clients to keeping things organized behind the scenes, Mic...
08/22/2026

Today we’re celebrating Michael Monteforte III! 🎉

From helping clients to keeping things organized behind the scenes, Michael plays an important part in our team, and we’re lucky to have him.

Help us wish Michael a very happy birthday! 🎂🥳

You can spend a lifetime building wealth for your family. But when estate taxes come due, where will the money actually ...
08/21/2026

You can spend a lifetime building wealth for your family. But when estate taxes come due, where will the money actually come from?

For Massachusetts families, the estate tax threshold is just $2 million. And if most of your wealth is tied up in a home, real estate, investments, or a family business, your estate may have a tax bill without having enough cash to pay it.

That’s where an Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust (ILIT) can come in.

In our latest blog, attorney Michael Monteforte Jr. explains how an ILIT can use life insurance to create liquidity for your estate, and why ownership of the policy matters.

Read the full article to see how this strategy works and whether it could make sense for your estate plan:

🔗 https://www.montefortelaw.com/blog/massachusetts-ilit-estate-tax-planning/

08/20/2026

Probate isn’t a one-day court appearance and a quick distribution of assets.

Even when everything goes smoothly, probate can take 18 to 24 months to complete. And if there are issues with paperwork, missing assets, creditor claims, taxes, real estate, beneficiary disputes, or court delays, an estate can remain open for years.

That’s a lot of time for your family to spend dealing with the estate instead of moving forward.

Want to know why probate can take so long in Massachusetts? Watch the full video, “The Real Cost of Probate in Massachusetts,” to learn what your family could be up against:

🔗 https://youtu.be/8Md91beB044

08/17/2026

A will doesn’t avoid probate, and probate can come with more costs, time, paperwork, and court involvement than many families realize.

From filing paperwork and notifying heirs to dealing with creditors, valuing assets, paying bills and taxes, and distributing the estate, probate is a process that can become complicated and expensive.

So what is the real cost of probate?

Watch the full video, “The Real Cost of Probate in Massachusetts,” to hear Mike break down what your family could actually face.

🔗 https://youtu.be/8Md91beB044

08/14/2026

Okay, but what’s your favorite work memory? 👀

We put the team on the spot and asked them to share theirs. Here’s what they had to say. Get to know the people behind Monteforte Law:

🔗 https://www.montefortelaw.com/about-us/

Like father, like son. The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree… especially when it comes to style. 👔
08/13/2026

Like father, like son. The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree… especially when it comes to style. 👔

08/12/2026

When comparing estate planning attorneys, it’s easy to focus on the price and how many documents are included. But those two things don’t necessarily tell you what you’re actually getting.

So before choosing an estate planning attorney, it’s worth asking a bigger question: What happens after the documents are signed?

If this raised questions about your own estate plan, you can connect with our team for a free consult call!

🔗 bookmyconsultcall.com

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Woburn, MA
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