Matthew Karr

Matthew Karr

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Woburn, MA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Elder Law, Probate

400 Trade Center Drive, Suite 7810, Woburn, MA

About Matthew

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Elder Law 40%

Matthew uses estate planning strategies to help you protect your hard-earned assets while qualifying you for state-sponsored programs. Pre-planning in this area is key. MassHealth application preparation is available.

40%
Estate Planning 40%

Proper estate planning, which expresses your choices about the distribution of your assets, care of your minor children, and your health care wishes, is the best way to protect yourself, your assets, and your family.

40%
Probate 20%

When a loved one passes away without an estate plan, or with only a will, their families must put their estate through probate. Matthew can help you efficiently navigate this process to reduce the associated time and expense as much as possible.

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 17 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2008

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Location

The Heritage Law Center

400 Trade Center Drive, Suite 7810, Woburn, MA, 01801

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Matthew Karr's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

5 star (16) 4 star (1)
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Posted by Jane | April 1, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

A very positive experience all around...

Attorney Matthew Karr was originally hired by my Father to set up a trust. It was through these meetings (accompanying him) that I first met Matt. Throughout the entire process, I found him to be professional, knowledgeable, helpful, and respectful. And when my Father eventually passed away and I ...needed guidance, Matthew responded quickly to my calls with knowledge, generosity, and kindness. I'd most certainly recommend The Heritage Law Center to anyone who requires assistance with their estate planning and would hire them in the future without reservation. In addition, their support staff was found to be polite and efficient as well. It was a very positive experience all around!

Posted by Elaine B. | October 14, 2014

Compassionate, Professional and Extremely Knowledgeable

I was referred to Matt by a Corporate Attorney that I've worked closely with over the years. I'm thankful for her recommendation! Matt helped my brother and I with our parent's Estate Planning, which unfortunately had not been updated for many years. Matt made a very sad and difficult time much eas...ier by explaining the various options we had in a very simple, straightforward manner. He was not only extremely knowledgeable, but he was compassionate, professional, respectful and very easy to work with. He was extremely responsive - 24/7 - for questions and follow up, and was very flexible in meeting & conference call times (including coming to my parents house to sign paperwork because it was difficult for my Dad to get out). The entire process was efficient and very effective. Even once our paperwork was finalized, Matt continued to be a resource for questions that arose throughout the stages of my father's illness. I certainly plan to work with Matt on all of my future Estate Planning needs, and I wouldn't hesitate to highly recommend his services.

Posted by Carita | October 10, 2014

Matthew Karr

Last year, I decided it was time to put my affairs in order. First thing on my list was to put my home in trust for my children. I needed a lawyer. I found Matt karr though a simple web search. From the very first consultation, it was obvious that Matt was the right attorney for my needs. When deali...ng with such matters, knowing the law on the subject is not the only thing required. Compassion, respect for the client’s needs and a keen understanding of what the client really wants, are just as important as the legalities involved. Matt was extremely helpful in coming up with all the right answers to my questions. He was attentive without being invasive, made suggestions where needed and let me decide exactly what I wanted. The whole process took only a couple of visits to his office, a few emails, a couple of phone calls, and all was concluded in a few weeks. I am very happy with Matt’s work. He is personable, easy going (never once I felt rushed in any way), knows Estate Law, and understands what brings people looking for his services. Very reasonably priced, he makes what invariably has a touch of sadness, a smooth, pleasant process. I would recommend his services to anyone and would do so with confidence and a smile. I’ve already have advised everyone in my circle to give him a call when they need an Estate Law attorney.

Posted by Brett | October 10, 2014

This Attorney is Highly Recommended

Attorney Karr, quite simply, is knowledgeable; conscientious; responsive; and courteous. Without hesitation, we plan to call on his services again. We were lucky to have found him....

Posted by vidyut | July 3, 2013

Atorney Mr. Matthew Karr

very efficient , very easy to work with and very knowleadgeble.Mr. Karr is always there to answer any and all questions.

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Matthew Karr's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joel Bernstein

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Matthew wholeheartedly as a truly caring estate attorney. He is very knowledgeable."

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Joseph Lamy

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Following a complex personal injury settlement I turned to Matt Karr to create the trust and protect my clients current and future financial status. He was very professional and did an excellent job."

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Courtney Ross

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Karr is a knowledgeable and reliable estate planning lawyer. As a fellow attorney, I value his legal insight and trust his expertise."

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Wyckoff Nissenbaum

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I recommend this lawyer for estate planning."

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Annette Eaton

Elder law lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Attorney Karr is knowledgeable, professional and highly skilled in the field of estate planning and elder law."

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Christopher Finn

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Karr's skill and knowledge with estate planning and elder law have rightfully earned him an excellent reputation in the legal community. I have and and will continue to refer clients in need of advanced estate planning and elder law needs to attorney Karr. It is my pleasure to endorse and recommend attorney Karr without reservation."

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Jonathan Eaton

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred a number of estate planning matters to Attorney Karr, and he has professionally and expeditiously handled each one. I have no doubt that when I refer a client to Attorney Karr, I am putting them in very capable hands to look out for their estate planning needs."

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David Rosen

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I met Matthew at the Massachusetts Bar Association, he is a knowledgeable attorney, and I endorse him."

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Evan Holden

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is an excellent attorney with a passion for estate planning law. I highly recommend him."

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Erik Crocker

Unknown lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Friend

"I studied with Matt in school. He has a sharp mind, a passion for the law and is a good person, all the qualities of a great lawyer."

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David Peterson

Unknown lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Karr's depth of knowledge allows him to tailor sophisticated solutions to meet his clients' legal needs."

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Courtney Ross

Estate planning lawyer

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Jonathan Eaton

Family lawyer

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Christopher Finn

Family lawyer

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Margaret Cross

Elder law lawyer

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Evan Holden

Litigation lawyer

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Anjali Stevenson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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David Peterson

Estate planning lawyer

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Camille Nightingale

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Joseph Lamy

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Ryan Moore

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers® Magazine

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers® Magazine

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers® Magazine

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers® Magazine

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers® Magazine

2016

Five Star Financial Services Professional, Boston Magazine

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers® Magazine

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers® Magazine

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney/Principal, The Heritage Law Center

2009 - 2011

Attorney, Beliveau Law Group, LLC

2008 - 2009

Attorney, Brown Rudnick, LLP

Associations

2023 - Present

New Hampshire Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Life Care Planning Law Firms Association

Member

2013 - Present

Essex County Estate Planning Council

Member

2012 - Present

National Association of Elder Law Attorneys (Massachusetts Chapter)

Steering Committee Member

2012 - Present

Trusts and Estates Consortium

Member

2012 - Present

National Association of Estate Planners & Councils

Member

2008 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

Member

Education

2008

Boston College Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

Hofstra University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Estate Planning Strategies

MassHealth Assest Protection

N/A

Estate Planning in Massachusetts

Estate Planning in Massachusetts

Publications

2018

2018

2018

Languages

English

Activity

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