$ 300-500 per hour
About Michael
Biography
The pictures above are of me speaking at an event for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hampshire County, and an inspection of a wind turbine from my time on the board of the Mass. Water Resource Authority.
Legal solutions for life. Call 413-241-6963
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
40%
21 years
Real Estate
40%
21 years
Business
15%
21 years
Commercial Real Estate
5%
16 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2013
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for < 1 year
State: Florida
Acquired: 2025
No misconduct found
Licensed in Connecticut for 13 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 21 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Legacy Counsellors / Legacy Title & Escrow
(413) 529-8027
Fax
117 Pleasant Street, Easthampton, MA, 01027
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358 Sewall Street, Ludlow, MA, 01056
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135 Main Street, Suite 3, Sturbridge, MA, 01566
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Michael S. Gove's Reviews
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Posted by Jack | November 1, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Professional and Proficient
Needed a new family lawyer and Michael was a great choice. Quick service, professional and proficient with everything they have done.
Posted by Martin | November 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney
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Invaluable Business Asset
Attorney Gove and his colleagues provided valuable counsel crafting an intelligent business plan promptly and efficiently. He truly cared about our best interests. I highly recommend him and the Gove Law Office to small and mid-size business owners.
Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2015
Real Estate
Attorney Gove was very helpful during my recent real estate purchase. His knowledge and that of the staff at the Gove Law Office provided a complete picture of all documents required, the overall process and the expected timetable for this purchase. I would highly recommend Michael Gove.
Posted by RFW | February 18, 2015
Committed and responsive
Completed a transaction efficiently and provided me with details and explanations at each step. I will call upon Attorney Gove in the future.
Posted by Daniel | September 3, 2014
HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Attorney Gove was professional and patient in explaining the process and steps necessary to set up a business. Has extensive knowledge and has proven to be most helpful as I have moved forward with this process.
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Experience
Honors
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Massachusetts Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Massachusetts Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Massachusetts Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Massachusetts Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Star, Massachusetts Super Lawyers
2007
40 Under Forty, BusinessWest Magazine
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Attorney and Partner, Legacy Counsellors, P.C. / Legacy Title & Escrow
2013 - 2021
Attorney and Principal, Gove Law Office
2010 - 2013
Attorney, Cooley, Shrair P.C.
2006 - 2010
Attorney, Lyon Fitzpatrick
Associations
2018 - Present
United Way of Franklin and Hampshire CountiesBoard Member
2014 - Present
UMass Fine Arts CenterBoard Member; Board Chair (2021-present)
2013 - Present
Horace Smith FundMember, Board of Incorporators
2012 - Present
Connecticut Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Hampshire County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Hampden County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2019
Ludlow Boys & Girls ClubBoard Member
2007 - 2016
Young Professional Society, Springfield ChapterMember
2007 - 2016
Northampton Area Young ProfessionalsMember
2007 - 2013
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hampshire CountyBoard Member
2007 - 2018
Cooley Dickinson HospitalVolunteer
Education
2004
Boston College Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Business Roundtable
Commercial Lending
2012
Business Roundtable
Analysis of the Independent Contractor Statute in Massachusetts
Publications
2013
BusinessWest
Business Exit Strategies
2012
BusinessWest
Incorporating a Small Business
2012
BusinessWest
Minimizing Your Risk with Written Contracts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Michael earned significant contribution points in 2013.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can my tenant denied access to her unit even if i give her 24 hour notice.
31 May 2015
Q&A
Am I responsible for unpaid rent if roommate breaks lease.
09 Dec 2014
Q&A
Do I need to hire a constable to serve a 30 day notice to quit?
01 Apr 2014