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also known as Marco A. Schiavo, Marco Schiavo
“I believe that 95% of my job is listening. My objective is to address all of your concerns and accomplish your goals by providing a personalized estate plan designed to fit your specific needs which includes preserving the wealth that you have accumulated throughout the years. I am a firm believer that estate planning is not a one-time event. As life changes, the plan should change with it. I believe in developing lifelong relationships with my clients so that my clients view me as not just an advisor, but also a trusted friend.”
Attorney Marco A. Schiavo is one of the founding partners of Simmons & Schiavo, LLP and has been a devoted legal advisor to families since 2001. He has guided a number of families through the probate administration process and has personally witnessed the impact that the lack of a proper estate plan can have on loved ones. These experiences continually reaffirm his strong belief in the countless benefits of a well-drafted and well-implemented trust-based estate plan. A proper estate plan allows for a smooth transition in the event of the disability of a grantor and provides privacy and ease of property distribution without delay and oversight from the probate court upon the grantor’s death.
Marco’s primary focus is assisting his clients preserve the wealth that they have accumulated to pass it on to their loved ones using creditor protection trusts, estate tax minimization techniques, business succession planning and Medicaid/Long Term Care Planning. Marco handles all levels of estate planning ranging from basic plans to complex, multi-million dollar estates involving marital deduction trust planning, irrevocable life insurance trusts, stretch IRA inheritance trusts, multi-generational dynasty trusts, gifting strategies, charitable remainder trusts, special needs trusts and a number of other complex trust planning vehicles.
Marco has a passion for business; he received his Bachelor of Science Degree from Babson College with a double major in Finance and International Business Studies. At Suffolk University Law School, Marco focused his law school studies on Estate Planning and Real Estate Law.
Marco lives in Walpole with his wife and three young daughters. Marco speaks Italian and Spanish fluently. His interests include traveling, reading, hiking, and most of all, spending time with his family.
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Acquired: 2001
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400 TradeCenter, Suite 4800, Woburn, MA, 01801
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Posted by Connie | April 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
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My husband and I met with Marco to begin "Estate Planning". Marco is extremely knowledgeable and was able to explain a complicated process in a simplified, understandable presentation. He was patient with our many questions and took the time to make sure all our concerns were addressed. It was ...
Posted by Marisa | March 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Positive experience with Marco Schiavo
My parents and I were referred to Marco by one of my friends. My parents were interested in estate planning and we got an appointment right away, Marco was extremely pleasant, and took his time with us to clearly explain everything and answer all of our questions. I would highly recommend anyone thi...
Posted by Natalie | February 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Amazing Experience
My husband and I reached out to Attorney Schiavo's office per recommendation from our financial advisor. The communication, and timeliness of response was outstanding. The whole office was pleasant and very accommodating. We set up our family trust after we were married and the recent birth of our...
Posted by Sheila | October 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Wonderful experience with Marco Schiavo
Marco was wonderful in a full range of estate planning for me. Initially, I contacted him to set up 2 trusts but quickly realized with his clear, concise explanation that there were more components to estate planning that needed to be addressed. He grasped quickly what was important to me and liste...
Posted by Wendy | August 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Made the process easy
Marco Schiavo recently helped me through my estate planning and will writing process after my recent divorce. I was nervous about getting through it all on my own, but Mr. Schiavo made me feel comfortable and easily broke down all of the decisions that needed to be addressed. Our meetings were effici...
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Marco both personally and professionally for almost 20 years. Marco is knowledgeable, caring and dedicated to his clients. He is a true professional and cares about his clients and helping them achieve their estate planning goals."
"Marco is a highly skilled and emphatic estate planning attorney. I have known Marco for many years; and I deeply respect the time and resources he devotes to the continuous improvement of himself and his practice. I unhesitatingly endorse him."
"Marco is a highly skilled and deeply knowledgeable specialist in the Estate Planning practice area. Having gotten to know Marco on both a professional and personal level, I trust his judgment and have no hesitation whatsoever in endorsing him and his firm."
"As a fellow estate planning attorney, I have known Marco to be well regarded in our community and very much concerned for the well being of his clients. Additionally, I have had the privilege of getting to know his family who adore him as a father and husband. He is compassionate, patient, knowledgeable and always considering ways to better the experience for his clients. I trust and highly respect Marco, and so can you."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred clients to Marco. And we have worked together on another. The clients called to compliment me on his ability to handle their legal matters. Mostly, they were thrilled that he returned his calls immediately and often took their calls when possible. Marco is one of those types that treats all with respect and makes it his personal goal to make sure every client or referral is taken care of the best he knows how. Honest guy, great lawyer"
"Marco is a dedicated, knowledgeable and excellent attorney. He always places his clients' best interests in the forefront. You will not find a better lawyer in the area of estate planning."
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2023
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Notable Networker, BNI
2018
Client Choice Award, Avvo
2017
Client Choice Award, Avvo
2016
Client Choice Award, Avvo
2015
Client Choice Award, Avvo
2014
Client Choice Award, Avvo
2012
Client Choice Award, Avvo
2004 - Present
Founding Partner, Simmons & Schiavo, LLP
2002 - 2004
Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Joseph D. Cataldo, PC
2001 - 2002
Associate Attorney, Fox & Foner, LLP
1998 - 2000
Legal intern, Law Offices of Peter A. Zahka
2019 - Present
National Association of Divorce Professionals (NADP)Member
2019 - Present
My Pinnacle NetworkMember
2019 - Present
ElderCounselMember
2018 - Present
USA500Member
2017 - Present
BNIVice President
2014 - Present
Wealth CounselMember
2002 - Present
Real Estate Bar Association for MassachusettsMember
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
BS-Bachelor of Science
2019
Continuing Trusts
2014
Standalone Retirement Trusts
2019
2019
2019
Spanish
English
Italian
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