Lawyers

Individuals who represent clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, draw up legal documents and manage or advise clients on legal transactions. They may specialize in a single area such as such as bankruptcy, probate, international or elder law; or may practice broadly in many areas of law. Attorneys serve as both advocates and advisors in society. As advocates, they represent one of the parties in criminal and civil trials by presenting evidence and arguing in court to support their client. As advisors, they counsel their clients concerning their legal rights and obligations and suggest particular courses of action in business and personal matters. Whether acting as advocates or advisors, attorneys research the intent of laws and judicial decisions and apply the law to the specific circumstances faced by their client.

  • Andover Law, P.C.

    Attorney Timothy D. Sullivan specializes in estates, trusts, fiduciary litigation and elder law. His areas of practice include estate planning, estate administration, probate litigation, guardianships, conservatorships, Medicaid planning, Medicaid applications and appeals, and special needs planning for all ages. Attorney Sullivan is available for home visits if necessary. His office is handicap accessible.

  • Howie Law Office

    This general practice law firm provides legal services in the areas of family law, estate planning, criminal defense and bankruptcy. Attorney Mary M. Howie specializes in elder law including Medicaid planning, asset preservation, estate planning, probate, family law, guardianships, financial and medical powers of attorney, trust administration (including preparing and administering special needs trusts), wills,…

  • Berid & Schutzbank, LLC

    This is a full service law firm that represents and advises clients in the areas of Domestic Relations, Family Law, Dispute Resolution, Guardianship, Elder Care/Abuse Law, Criminal Law, and Probate Litigation. These areas include conservatorship, simple wills, elder abuse and neglect, elder care planning, divorce law, collaborative law, criminal defense law, and other legal assistance….

  • Essex County Bar Association

    Through its Lawyer Referral Program the ECBA maintains a list of attorneys who represent the various legal specialties. Each of these attorneys agrees to provide a free 30 minute consultation to consumers referred by the ECBA LRS. The lawyer to whom the caller is referred will advise the individual on the legal matter. If additional…

  • Health Law Advocates, Inc.

    Health Law Advocates (HLA) is a non-profit law firm committed to assisting low and moderate income consumers across the state in accessing affordable, comprehensive health care coverage. It provides free legal assistance to income eligible individuals who live or work in Massachusetts and are having difficulty obtaining health care or insurance coverage. It also provide…

  • Pension Action Center

    The New England Pension Assistance Project serves people in all six New England states. It offers individual counseling and assistance to help people understand their rights under pension laws and claim the retirement benefits they have earned. It is staffed by experienced pension lawyers and counselors. This project is sponsored by the Gerontology Institute of…

  • Law Office of Robert P. Ford

    Attorney Ford is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and the Merrimack Valley Estate Planning Council and is an adjunct Professor of Law at the Mass School of Law in Andover. He is available for home visits if needed and will provide references on request. He provides asset management and protection…

  • Northeast Legal Aid – Lawrence

    Northeast Legal Aid is a legal aid program which provides legal advice and representation in civil legal cases to low-income and elder residents of Essex County and parts of Middlesex County. Areas of service include: housing evictions and foreclosures, public benefits, consumer debt, family law (domestic violence in divorce and custody cases), health law, veterans…

  • National Consumer Law Center

    The NCLC offers consulting services to legal advocates representing low income elders. It works for consumer protections, protects vulnerable consumers, and publishes legal resources. It also publishes several brochures and consumer guides on a variety of topics including surviving debt and how to locate legal assistance. The Center does not have the resources for advising…