Michael Monteforte Jr.
also known as Monteforte Law P.C.
About Michael
Biography
Michael Monteforte Jr. is the founding attorney of Monteforte Law, P.C., a dedicated estate planning and elder law firm based in Woburn, Massachusetts. Mike has been practicing estate planning and elder law since 2002 and has guided thousands of Massachusetts and New Hampshire families through the planning process — from first-time wills to complex MassHealth strategies protecting seven-figure estates.
Mike is licensed in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire, making Monteforte Law one of the only firms in the region equipped to serve families with assets, real estate, or loved ones on both sides of the border. He is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), a VA-Accredited Attorney, admitted to the U.S. Tax Court, and a three-time published author on estate and elder law topics. He has been named a Boston Magazine Top Lawyer every year from 2021 through 2025.
Monteforte Law serves families across Middlesex County, the greater Boston metro area, and southern New Hampshire — including clients in Winchester, Lexington, Andover, Burlington, Carlisle, Wilmington, Chelmsford, Bedford NH, Windham NH, Hollis NH, and surrounding communities.
The firm specializes exclusively in estate planning, elder law, MassHealth long-term care applications, special needs planning, probate, and wealth preservation. We do not handle general legal matters.
What sets Monteforte Law apart: proprietary planning tools including the 20/20 Hindsight Trust™ and Retirement Protection Trust™, a lifetime 3-Year Check-Up program for Advanced Plan clients, and a team-based model where every case is reviewed start to finish — never outsourced to software. Other attorneys in the region come to Mike for guidance on complex cases. We teach estate planning to other lawyers. If you want the firm that sets the standard, this is it.
Over 324 five-star Google reviews. 20+ years in practice. Licensed in MA and NH.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New Hampshire for 5 years
State: New Hampshire
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 11 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 24 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Monteforte Law, P.C.
300 TradeCenter, Suite 6750, Woburn, MA, 01801
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Michael Monteforte Jr.'s Reviews
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42 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 42 reviews
Posted by Aaron | May 08, 2024 | Estate Planning
Great lawyer who cares
I've known Michael Monteforte for about five years now. He is an excellent lawyer and more importantly, he is someone who is always trying to make his client's experiences even better. I never hesitate to send anyone needing estate planning or elder law in Massachusetts to Michael.
Posted by Adam | May 07, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Amazing Lawyer
Mike and his entire team are special people. Not only do they know the law but they are kind, compassionate and really care about people. I highly recommend them.
Posted by Ed | May 06, 2024 | Estate Planning
GREAT EXPERIENCE GREAT LAW FIRM !!!
I contacted Monteforte law about estate planning services online. I received several emails, with his book and a link to schedule an appointment. This was a very streamlined process, which made it very easy to schedule an appointment. I would highly recommend anyone in need of an Estate Plan to conta...
Posted by Joel | May 01, 2024 | Estate Planning
Experienced, knowledgeable and friendly
Mike is an experienced attorney very knowledgeable concerning estate planning and elder law issues. I’ve been able to consult with him and refer people to him when we have someone with a legal need in Mass. I know that he and his team will take great care of folks and that they’ll be in very good h...
Michael Monteforte
Replied last May 01, 2024Thank you Joel! Much appreciated!
Posted by Michele | April 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Client for 4 years
Unfortunately I am disappointed after 4 years of having a trust will and other estate planning documents. . They were great to work with as the office was smaller. Now they are too big and very corporate like structure. Their new policies and procedures are a bit unfair in my opinion. They want tot...
Michael Monteforte
Replied last April 26, 2024Thank you for your feedback and for your commitment to our firm over the last four years. We're sorry to hear about your concerns and welcome the opportunity to address them. We do offer a payment option that allows for 50% upfront with the remaining 50% due within 30 days. We implemented this policy after facing challenges with collecting final payments post-document completion, which unfortunately necessitated a change to ensure the sustainability of our services. While our prices have increased to reflect the market and the expertise of our dedicated team, we remain committed to providing value and competitive rates. Our firm, with over 50 years of combined experience and consisting of three attorneys and skilled support staff, delivers a personalized and expert estate planning services, not a corporate-like environment. We understand and respect that our approach may not suit everyone. If there's anything more we can assist you with or if you have further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Michael Monteforte Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"To say, "I endorse Michael" is an understatement. Mike is an excellent lawyer and our go-to Attorney for questions related to Estate Planning and Elder Care in Massachusetts. He always goes above and above by provide an enormous amount of free resources and seminars for folks to make well-informed decisions."
"Michael is a highly experienced and knowledgeable attorney who understands the importance of following his clients' wishes for establishing and protecting their estates and helping their heirs. I recommend his services."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mike and his team are excellent. The are very responsive and accommodating. I recently had a transaction that was difficult and he made it work. So I would endorse Mike and his team for sure."
"Mike is an easy attorney to work with and is always up to date with the ever changing rules surrounding estate planning. When dealing with succession planning and preserving assets accumulated over a lifetime, it is important to choose an expert. Attorney Monteforte is that authority."
"Mike Monteforte is always thinking of the best ways to serve his clients, from keeping up on the important changes to tax laws to giving out free guides and books to regular folks who have questions about the process. As an experienced Boston attorney, I know that my clients are in excellent hands when they hire Mike for their estate planning or elder law needs. He actually wrote the book on it!"
"I work with Attorney Monteforte on a regular basis and would not hesitate to recommend him for any real estate or estate planning needs. Mike's knowledge, attention to detail and ability to put all his clients at ease is unsurpassed. Mike remains available to his clients long after a transaction has closed and I have received nothing but excellent feedback from everyone he works with."
"One of the sharpest lawyers I know, Mike is my go-to guy when I have a client who needs a will or who has some estate planning needs. I cannot give a higher endorsement to a lawyer, and I recommend him without reservation."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Michael as a fellow attorney as well as being his client. He is not only pleasant to work with, but highly knowledgeable about real estate and estate planning matters. Michael cares about his clients and shows great pride in his work."
"I've known Attorney Monteforte for several years now and have worked with him on a variety of matters. Mike is a knowledgeable, congenial and diligent lawyer and I'm happy to give him my endorsement."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Top Lawyer, Boston Magazine
2025
Recognized Excellence — Estate Planning & Elder Law, Lawyers of Distinction
2024
Certificate of Excellence, iPods for Wounded Veterans
2024
Recognized Excellence — Estate Planning & Elder Law, Lawyers of Distinction
2024
Best in Business — Estate Planning Attorney in Woburn, BusinessRate
2024
Top Lawyer, Boston Magazine
2023
Recognized Excellence — Estate Planning & Elder Law, Lawyers of Distinction
2023
Top Lawyer, Boston Magazine
2023
Best Probate Lawyer in Somerville, Independent Recognition
2022
Recognized Excellence — Estate Planning & Elder Law, Lawyers of Distinction
2022
Top Lawyer, Boston Magazine
2021
America’s Most Honored Lawyers — Top 10%, America’s Most Honored Lawyers
2021
Recognized Excellence — Estate Planning & Elder Law, Lawyers of Distinction
2021
Top Lawyer, Boston Magazine
2021
Best Probate Lawyer in Lowell, Independent Recognition
2021
Top Rated Lawyers in New Hampshire, Top Rated Lawyers
2020
Recognized Excellence — Estate Planning & Elder Law, Lawyers of Distinction
2019
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2019
Regional Gold Award, Reader's Choice Awards, Wicked Local
2019
#1 Choice in Wilmington, Reader's Choice Awards, Wicked Local
2018
Regional Silver Award, Reader's Choice Awards, Wicked Local
2018
#1 Choice in Wilmington, Reader's Choice Awards, Wicked Local
2017
Regional Favorite Attorney, Readers Choice Awards
2015
Certificate in Trust & Estate Planning, Foundation for Continuing Education
2008
Cambridge Who's Who, Who's Who Legal
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Attorney/Owner, Monteforte Law P.C.
2002 - 2006
Associate General Counsel, Law Office of Capano & DeJoie
Associations
2025 - Present
New Horizons at ChoateBoard Member
2021 - Present
New Hampshire Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
2015 - Present
Real Estate Bar Association for MassachusettsMember
2015 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
United States Tax CourtAdmitted to Practice
2011 - Present
LLS light the Night WalkTeam Walker and Donator
2006 - Present
United States District Court for the District of MassachusettsAdmitted to Practice
2001 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
2006 - 2013
Lynn Housing AuthoritySection 8 Hearing Officer
Sample of Legal Cases
Arbitration award of damages.
damages settlement to my client
Education
2001
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2026
Retirement Planning
2026
2019
2019
2012
Lynn Housing Authority First Time Buyer Seminar
Publications
2021
2020
2019
2019
2019
2019
2016
2016
2013
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Can an executor to a will be required to give written documentation on what expenses were when he sells the deceased house?
07 Feb 2017
MPUC in MA is unclear about needing a license to sell real estate in informal unsupervised probate. Do I need one?
17 Feb 2016
Can I withdraw my resignation because it was not filed properly?
26 Jan 2016
Legal Guides
Here’s a list of the 10 most frequently asked questions we hear at the office (Part 2):
11 Sep 2018
THE TOP FIVE REASONS WHY YOU NEED OWNER’S TITLE INSURANCE
10 Feb 2017
Top 5 Estate Planning Tips for Massachusetts
08 Mar 2016