We provide our clients with peace of mind.

The attorneys at Squillace & Associates, P.C. are here to handle all the various planning needs during life, disability and at death – so your important affairs are in order when it matters most. Whether you’re in need of a basic estate plan, something more complex such as international estate planning or are looking for assistance with probate and trust settlement, we can help.

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Practice Areas

Life Planning

Elder Law & Disability, Home Health Care, Disability & Medicaid, Young Adults & College Students, Pre-Nuptial Agreements and Wisdom Transfer.

Estate Planning

Wills & Revocable Trusts, Charitable Giving, Planning for Pets and Trust Funding.

Estate, Gift & GST Taxes

Transfer Taxes, as they apply to federal and Massachusetts estate planning situations.

Advanced Estate Planning

Wealth Transfer Process, Asset Protection, Irrevocable Trusts and Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts.

Probate & Estate Administration

Settling the estate of a loved one after they have passed away.

Business Planning

General Counsel Services, Establishing a Business, Succession Planning, International Business and Data Privacy.

Urgent Planning

Emergency/concierge level estate planning in times of crisis, or when death is imminent.

Mediation

Dealing in sensitive subjects can often give rise to conflict between people.

Practice Concentrations

Our planning isn’t “one size fits all” – we know that unique situations require unique solutions.

LGBTQ+

LGBTQ people, including gay and lesbian couples, often have different and unique needs when it comes to Life and Estate planning.

International Estate & Business Planning

Many people have an “international connection” which can — even inadvertently — have a significant impact on even the most detailed and well-thought out life and estate plans.

Attorneys, Physicians, Business Owners & Executives

For certain professionals, this discussion often moves beyond who gets what, when, and how, and should include considerations specific to their profession.

Independent Trustees

Choosing the responsible party to administer your estate or settle your trust after you’re gone is among the most important decisions anyone will make.

The Rainbow Bull

Scott E. Squillace, Esq., AEP® featured on The Rainbow Bull Podcast
In this episode, Tim Volk introduces Scott to talk about the importance of estate planning related to the five capitals of a flourishing family: Human, intellectual, social, spiritual, and financial. Scott shares his experience in estate planning, highlighting its holistic approach.

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The Rainbow Bull

Scott Returns to Discuss Marriage on The Rainbow Bull Podcast
Tim Volk welcomes back Scott to take a look at some situations that may not fall into any cookie-cutter approach. Tim and Scott talk about the unique financial and legal challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community, particularly regarding estate planning.

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Our Latest Articles & Firm News

We’re happy to report our most recent firm updates, which includes a few new faces and a new credential for our Founder and Principal.

If you have significant wealth, one of the best ways to protect your family and transfer your wealth is through a dynasty trust.

On Valentine’s Day this year, you could try something different to show your love: Think about your estate plan and how you can protect and provide for your loved ones.

If you have significant wealth, you may be exposed to future estate tax burdens that must be acted on before the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act reduces the estate tax exemption in 2026.

The year 2026 is quickly approaching, bringing substantial changes that may affect your estate tax situation.

The Corporate Transparency Act is designed to increase enforcement and prevention of financial crimes by promoting transparency in business entity structures and ownership.

The time of year has us reflecting on the past year and, again, we continue to be grateful for the trust and confidence you place in us. We are fortunate to have you in our lives and continue to enjoy the work we do.

The reality is that a trust fund kid does not necessarily live a life filled with lavish trips, designer clothes, and expensive cars — they are simply a young beneficiary of a trust.

Featured Videos

Scott recently discussed some of the unique aspects of the estate planning process that impact same sex couples and non-traditional families.

Testimonials

Experienced and thorough. Thoughtful and kind. Anticipating your needs and responsive to your inquiries. Simply the BEST!

Very happy with our estate planning experience – the entire office staff was professional, attentive and welcoming. Attention to detail was excellent.

To state that I was ‘satisfied’ with the counsel I received, would be a gross understatement.

Boston Estate Planning Council

Independent Trustee Alliance

The American College of Trust and Estate Council

Wealth Counsel

International Advisory Experts

Super Lawyers – Scott E. Squillace

Super Lawyers – Brett J. Barthelmeh

Super Lawyers – Heather A. Reid

Best of the Best Attorneys

We are licensed in other jurisdictions and work with other attorneys nationally via our network.

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