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Know Your RightsEstate Planning in Massachusetts: Protect Your Family and Secure the Future
Estate planning is a critical step for everyone, not just the wealthy, yet it’s often overlooked. In Massachusetts, having a well-structured estate plan ensures your assets and wishes are handled correctly, sparing your loved ones from unnecessary legal hurdles,...
SAVE YOURSELF FROM FORECLOSURE IN MASSACHUSETTS
Protect Your Home from Foreclosure in Massachusetts with the Expertise of the Botelho Group At the Botelho Group, we understand that facing foreclosure is a deeply personal and challenging situation. Unlike other companies, we offer a unique, tailored approach...
What is a Medicaid Trust and How It Protects Your Home from Nursing Home Claims
Medicaid trusts are a vital tool for safeguarding assets, particularly your home, from potential nursing home costs. Understanding the uses and benefits of Medicaid trusts is crucial for protecting your house from being claimed by nursing homes. These...
What is the process for a 14-day notice to quit eviction for nonpayment of rent in Massachusetts
Understanding the process for a 14-day notice to quit eviction for nonpayment of rent in Massachusetts is crucial for landlords seeking to enforce their rights within the legal framework of residential evictions and tenancy. This process is important for...
30-Day Notice to Quit Eviction in Massachusetts: The whole process.
When dealing with a 30-day notice to quit eviction in Massachusetts, it's essential to grasp the intricacies of the tenancy and rental period process. It's important to understand the implications of back rent and be prepared for potential housing court...
Massachusetts Eviction Basics
Eviction Basics: Eviction Lawyers in Fall River MA The lawyers at Botelho Law Group have over 20 years of experience with eviction law & the legal and practical experience needed to solve your eviction issue. Hire the best Eviction Lawyers in Fall River MA today!...
The Basics of Fiancé, Spousal and Marriage Based Visas
Fiancé, Spousal and Marriage Based Visas One of the many ways to acquire a green card and a path towards citizenship is through marriage. There are two basic types of marriage based visas, the fiancé visa and the spouse visa, each with their own eligibility...
Basics of US Citizenship
Basics of US Citizenship A green card provides the right to work in the United States and a path to citizenship, but there are additional steps that must be taken to become a full fledged citizen. Some immigrants choose to continuously renew their green cards,...
Reporting Requirments for Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and Process to Report.
Under the updated Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), effective from January 1, 2024, specific reporting requirements apply to most organizations operating in the United States, including LLCs. These requirements, overseen by the Financial Crimes Enforcement...
Green Card Basics
Green Card Basics: Types, Eligibility & Timelines The term green card refers to permanent resident status in the United States, with a path towards citizenship. They’re sought after by people from all over the World that are seeking greater economic opportunity...
Choosing the Right Immigration Lawyer
Whether you’re looking to work, study or permanently immigrate to the United States, the Botelho Law Group can assist you through the entire process. Our experienced immigration attorneys at our offices in Fall River and Providence will help you achieve your...
The Basics of The Administration Of An Estate In Massachusetts
If you’ve been named the executor or administrator of a family member’s Massachusetts estate, you’ll have your hands full when they pass away. Fall River Estate Administration Lawyers Staying on top of the ever-changing details of Massachusetts probate laws isn’t...
The Basics of Probating A Will In Massachusetts
If you’ve suffered the loss of a loved one in Massachusetts, you may be wondering what steps you should take to distribute their assets. The probate process will be required if the person had a will or died intestate, unless they had an estate plan where all of...
The Basics of a Last Will and Testament
Creating a last will and testament is an important step you can take to make sure that your assets go to the people you’d like them to after your death. Expert Massachusetts Last Will Attorney - Free Consultation You don’t need substantial assets to benefit...
What are the Basics of an Irrevocable Trust and Medicare Planning in Massachusetts
A trust is a fiduciary relationship where a third party, known as a trustee, holds assets on behalf of a beneficiary. Trusts are useful in estate planning because they avoid the expense, hassle and public record of a probate proceeding, in addition to tax...
Benefits of a Revocable Trust for Estate Planning in Massachusetts
Trusts have become an important facet of estate planning due to their ability to avoid probate proceedings, tax treatments, and other benefits. Benefits of Revocable Trust - Massachusetts Trust Attorney Creating a revocable trust in Massachusetts is a way to manage...
What is the Complete Process of a “No Fault” 1A Divorce in Massachusetts?
Understanding the complete process for a "no fault" 1A divorce in Massachusetts is essential for individuals seeking legal advice and navigating the complexities of marital dissolution, especially when considering court judgments and waivers under section 1b....
What is the Complete Process of a “No Fault” 1B Divorce in Massachusetts?
The complete process of a 1B irretrievable breakdown of marriage divorce in Massachusetts, including the preparation of a notarized separation agreement, may require the assistance of an attorney to navigate the state's dissolution agreement laws and ensure...