Jason Happel

Jason Happel

4.9
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 17 years

Probate Lawyer at Natick, MA
Practice Areas: Probate, Trusts, Real Estate

881 Worcester Rd #1010, Natick, MA

About Jason

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Probate 50%

Estate administration, assisting personal representatives, filing probate, clearing title to real estate.

17 years

50%
Trusts 30%

Trust-centered estate planning, updating trusts, helping trustees interpret trusts. Wills and Trusts, POA, HCP.

17 years

30%
Real Estate 20%

Assisting sellers with Purchase & Sale agreements, negotiation, and selling real estate.

6 years

20%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 17 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Sullivan & Clark - Attorney J G Happel

881 Worcester Rd #1010, Natick, MA, 01760

Sullivan & Clark, Attorneys at Law

106 West Foster Street, Melrose, MA, 02176

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Jason Happel's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Nancy | June 24, 2020 | Business

Therapist

I consulted Jason Happel twice regarding legal advice on a business lease during Covid. HIs advice helped me make a decision during this time, and his direction on how to move forward was extremely helpful. Another time, I consulted with him on a different matter and his advice at that time al...so helped me to move in the right direction. I would highly recommend Jason, and I have recommended him to others in the past.

Posted by Eliza | June 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Highly recommended!

I hired Jason Happel as my attorney and he helped me along the way without reservations explaining in detail every step taken while handling my case with professionalism and attention. I highly recommend his services.

Posted by Samantha | July 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Went above and beyond .....

I was introduced to Jason through a family member. He worked very hard on my case, while I live out of state. He worked on this case off and on for almost two years. The first time he went to court he didn't get the results we were hoping. I had some different things happen in my life, and we put my... case on hold until I was able to get my attention back to it. But once I was able, Jason was right there ready to go. And he went back to court and got the results I had been dreaming about. He is a great attorney.

Posted by Joyce Davis | June 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Very Helpful, Highly Recommended

When I met with Jason, I was very upset over a difficult family problem. Jason researched the information related to the issue and provided the best strategy and solution to the problem without incurring court fees. He is very trustworthy and reliable.

Posted by Joseph | June 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Excellent Attorney

Jason was extremely professional in negotiating and guiding us through the closing process on the sale of our home. Would highly recommend to anyone out there looking for levelheaded, personable advocate.

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Jason Happel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Edward Rice

Unknown lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Happel is an excellent lawyer, dedicated to his clients' best interests and well versed in several areas of practice. If you are looking for an attorney with not only knowledge in the law, but the time and attention to deal personally with his clients' needs, then I would strongly recommend Jason."

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Peter Belmonte

Marriage and prenuptials lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Jason and I worked on a marital agreement for a couple that was married but experiencing financial stresses in their marriage. He as very knowledgeable and ethical in his approach to drafting a very effective agreement. I highly recommend him."

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Christopher Finn

Family lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Having sat across the table from attorney Happel, I can say that he is knowledgeable in the area of family law and a diligent practitioner for his clients. I would recommend attorney Happel without reservation."

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Jonathan Eaton

Probate lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Happel takes a very cerebral approach to his family law and divorce cases. He is very knowledgeable, and his thoughtful approach helps his clients secure favorable results."

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Gino Ricciardelli

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Steven Bloom

Real estate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2021

Lifetime Achievement for Awardless Practice, Society of Awardless Lawyers

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Law Librarian, Independent Lawyers Network

2008 - Present

Attorney, Sullivan & Clark, Attorneys at Law

2012 - 2015

Lead Law Instructor - Mock Trial Program, Brandeis University

2009 - 2012

Law Instructor, Brandeis University

2003 - 2016

Comparative Law Instructor, Prozdor of Hebrew College

Associations

2008 - Present

Mass Bar Association

Member

2017 - 2020

BCBA Benefit Company Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Estate beneficiary representation

successfully settled

Suffolk County Probate

petitions allowed

Real estate purchase and LLC formation

successful transaction

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Education

2007

Massachusetts School of Law

J.D.

1997

University of Maine Graduate School

MS - Master of Science

1991

University of Maine

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Probate Process

Probate Process

2019

Estate Planning from A-Z

Business Succession Planning

2011

It Takes Cooperation to Build a Food Co-op Starting & Operating a Co-op: Legal Perspective

Publications

2018

2003

Thompson Learning Great Themes in Philosophy

Activity

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