Paul Bernstein

Paul Bernstein

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 33 years

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

900 Cummings Center, Suite 212-T, Beverly, MA

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 33 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1992

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 33 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1992

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

The Bernstein Law Group, PC

900 Cummings Center, Suite 212-T, Beverly, MA, 01915

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Paul Bernstein's Reviews

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Posted by Yumi | October 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Excellent Estate Planning Attorney

My husband and I recently worked with Paul on an estate plan. He only works in this area of practice and so he is very knowledgeable. He walked us through all the important elements of an estate plan and presented us with the information that we needed to make the appropriate decisions. We now have a... comprehensive plan and someone we can work with as things change in the future. Our meetings were efficient and productive. We went through a lot of information but never felt overwhelmed since he walked us through each step. He is also very personable and made a serious topic very manageable over our series of meetings. We felt he was always looking out for our best interest, using his experience to advise on the best course of action but leaving the decision making to us. His office is very professional and organized. Appointments were easy to schedule and any follow up was quick and thorough. Paul was clear about fees and the services involved and the billing process was straightforward. We were really happy with how smoothly the process went. We have recommended him to a number of friends and colleagues and will continue to do so!

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Paul Bernstein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Randall Power

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Paul for many years and refer all my clients in need of estate planning to him without hesitation."

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Henry Weatherby

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Other

"Paul is an excellent attorney. He is very knowledgeable and exceptionally creative in developing solutions for his clients issues. I have referred clients to him and would feel quite comfortable using his services myself."

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George Constant

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is an innovative, knowledgeable and caring attorney who truly counsels individuals, families and business owners on the issues that matter most to them. He is a credit to our profession and someone that I can enthusiastically recommend."

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Massachusetts Super Lawyer, Massachusetts Super Lawyers

2019

Massachusetts Super Lawyer, Massachusetts Super Lawyers

2018

Massachusetts Super Lawyer, Massachusetts Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Massachusetts Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Massachusetts Super Lawyers

2015

Certified Estate Planning Law Specialist, Estate Planning Law Specialist, Inc.

2015

Accredited Estate Planner, National Association of Estate Planners & Councils

2013

Recognition of Service as Board of Director, National Association of Elder Law Attorneys - Massachusetts Chapter

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Attorney, The Bernstein Law Group, PC

Associations

2003 - Present

Essex County Estate Planning Council

Past Director

2001 - Present

Massachusetts Chapter NAELA

Past Director

2001 - Present

WealthCounsel

Founding Member

2008 - 2024

Massachusetts Forum of Estate Planning Attorneys

Board Member and Past President

2001 - 2022

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Protecting Retirees and Their Children

Clients received peace of mind

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Education

1991

University of Pittsburgh School of Law

Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2020

UMASS Tax School for Practicioners Trusts and Estates Intensive

2019

Symposium 2019 Offering Trustee Services

2019

Quarterly Meeting SECURE Act

2019

Continuing Education Institute for Tax Accountants Legal updates/Estate planning

2018

WealthCounsel Symposium 2018 The Mechanics of a Buy Sell Agreement

2015

WealthCounsel Symposium 2015

Buying and Selling a Closely-Held Business

2014

WealthCounsel National Symposium

The Buy Sell Agreement Legal Audit

2010

The 2011 Tax Update and its Impact on Your Practice Tax Act of 2010

2010

FPA of Massachusetts

Asset Protection Planning

2009

WealthCounsel National Annual Conference

Buy-Sell Agreement Reviews

2009

UMASS Tax School

Business Planning

2009

Salem State Advanced Studies for Accountants

Medicaid Planning

Publications

2020

National Income Tax Workbook - Land Grant University Tax Education Foundation Trust and Estates

Languages

English

Activity

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