Michael DellaMonaca

Michael DellaMonaca

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 28 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Fitchburg, MA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Contracts & Agreements, Elder Law ... +3 more

982 South Street, Fitchburg, MA

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Contracts and Agreements 19%

29 years | 400 cases

19%
Elder Law 19%

29 years | 750 cases

19%
Estate Planning 19%

29 years | 1,500 cases

19%
General Practice 19%

29 years | 400 cases

19%

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 28 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1997

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Location

Law Offices of Michael DellaMonaca

982 South Street, Fitchburg, MA, 01420-7039

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Michael DellaMonaca's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Case Results

Posted by Bruce | April 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Expert advice for estate planning...

Michael came up with a complete estate plan for my wife and I. We were very happy with the results and cost and confidently recommended him to many of our friends and colleagues.

Posted by Shannon | March 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Mergers & Acquisitions

Professional handling of my business sale

Michael prepared the paperwork so I could sell my business, met with us at a very convenient time to us and sealed the deal. Very affordable to work with this attorney!

Posted by Jennifer & Michael | May 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Family

Our case was a Rollercoaster of a ride. Attorney DellaMonaca did all he could for us and fought hard. Pointed and led us in the right direction to make the finish line that much closer for us. He went over and beyond what was expected. We appreciate everything he did for us. Highly recommend Atto...rney DellaMonaca!! We can't thank him enough. A weight has been lifted for us and we can finally breathe.

Posted by Tony | January 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Quality Client Service

Michael is an excellent lawyer who works diligently to meet the needs of his clients. My wife and I hired Michael to assist with preparing a will and creating a trust. Along the way he was extremely informative and helpful while guiding us through the process. Following that interaction, I hired ...Michael to assist with my grandparents' estate, which I'm the executor for. We ran into more than our fair share of tricky issues around title to the home they left behind and Michael was there for us at every turn, jumping in at a moments notice. If not for Michael we would have ended up with a very negative impact for the estate. I would recommend him to my closest friends without hesitation. Thank you, Michael!

Posted by anonymous | June 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

Accomplished what was said to be impossible!

After moving my mother from another state into a nursing home in Massachusetts, we quickly entered into a downhill battle with Mass Health. We had previously transferred assets (without any profit or investment) within the 5 year look-back period and were facing automatic denials for benefits. No o...ne would listen to reason of the situation nor consider the law detailing the conditions for a hardship waiver. Not until Mr. DellaMonaca took our case. Mr. DellaMonaca knew the inner-workings of the Mass Health process and advised us on how to prepare and proceed through a no-win, but obligatory first round of appeal. During the next step, he assembled a bullet-proof portfolio highlighting the conditions to address a hardship waiver. We stressed to Mass Health from day one that my mother met all the conditions, but without Mr. DellaMonaca, no one would listen, nor would they process a waiver application. All they were focused on was the rule against the transfer of assets. Mr. DellaMonaca's staff was well-versed in the procedures to process said waiver and walked us through the steps to assemble a comprehensive support package. I had discussed our situation with several other lawyers previously - none of whom would take our case because the statistics against Mass Health showed to be too difficult. Mr. DellaMonaca was honest from the beginning - advising the process would be difficult, and the outcome may not be ideal; however, he offered his willingness to fight the system based upon what was written in the law, and he was willing to continue to appeal as far as necessary. Because of his determination and attention to detail, we won! My mother was approved for nursing home benefits as well as standard Mass Health benefits. We weren't sure how we were going to pay out of pocket for the nursing home (which she required), nevermind all the costly medical bills that continually arrived due to her medical condition. I was even facing a personal suit from a law-firm representing the nursing home. Mr. DellaMonaca quickly acted against the notice, sparing us time while we fought the case. I can't say enough how much we appreciate Mr. DellaMonaca and his staff. They were personable and attentive from day one. He is definitely a top-notch attorney. I hope I don't require his services again anytime soon, but I definitely recommend him without hesitation.

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Michael DellaMonaca's Lawyer Endorsements

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Marianne Rantala

Elder law lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He uses unique systems to educate and plan for his clients' future and loved ones!"

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Natalie Giachos

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Chad Brocato

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael DellaMonaca for his excellent work in the field of estate planning."

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Joshua Nelson

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Life can throw us curveballs and it's nice to know Michael is there to help families plan to avoid them rather than just providing a one size fits all solution"

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Andrea Gray

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lizette Sundvick

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It was a pleasure to meet Michael DellaMonaca at an industry conference this fall. It is evident that he makes strong connections with his clients impacting their lives in a positive way."

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Jeffrey Miller

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney DellaMonaca is a very competent estate planning attorney, and an asset to the profession. He approached this matter in a professional and competent manner, advocating strongly for his client. Estate planning is a complex area of law, and is always changing. If you or a family member is looking for guidance, and or representation, he is the attorney to call."

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Shehzad Rajwani

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is a knowledgeable attorney who truly cares about his clients' interests. I have referred clients to him who have reported great feedback on their experience in working with him on estate planning matters. I would recommend Michael again without hesitation."

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David Rocheford

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael and his office are extremely knowledgeable in the area of estate planning. Their work is prompt, thorough, and complete."

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William Stilley

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Other

"I spent 3 days with Michael at an intensive Estate Planning workshop and found him to be bright, engaging and very serious about his clients and his service to them."

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Kyle Krull

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Other

"Michael is an excellent attorney. Without reservation, I recommend him to anyone seeking estate planning services in his community."

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Richard Sierra

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It is my pleasure to endorse Michael. He is a very competent and dedicated attorney."

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Jorge Calil

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Other

"Michael is very knowledgeable and wholeheartedly seeks out the best for his clients."

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Amber James

General practice lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

1994

Robert Lorish Award (superior political science analysis), Connecticut College

1994

Summa Cum Laude, Connecticut College

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Principal, Law Offices of Michael D. DellaMonaca

2004 - 2008

Associate General Counsel, Law Offices of Jerry C. Effren

1997 - 2004

Associate, Gelinas and Ward LLP

Associations

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Massachusetts chapter)

Education

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Boston College Law School

Juris Doctorate

Speaking Engagements

2015

Estate Planning

Estate planning and taxation

2014

The Complete Trust Course

Trust law

2013

The Bottom Line with Attorney Michael DellaMonaca Miscellaneous topics

2012

Protecting You, Your Family, and Your Assets in Uncertain Times

Wills, trusts, and estates

2011

Protecting You, Your family, and Your Assets in Uncertain Times

Wills, trusts, and estates

2011

Asset Preservation Workshop

Asset preservation

2010

Protecting You, Your Family and Your Assets in Uncertain Times

Wills, trusts, and estates

2010

Estate Planning 101 / Elder Law 101

Estate planning and asset preservation

2004

Tenant Rights and Remedies

Landlord and Tenant Law

Publications

2009

(Pamphlet) Common Estate Blunders

2009

(Pamphlet) Estate Planning 101

Languages

Italian

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