also known as DGVE
I help people leave legacies rather than messes, and I guide surviving loved ones through the worst of times.
Wills | Trusts | Estates | Probate
on Boston's South Shore in downtown Hingham, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
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Acquired: 2008
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State: Virginia
Acquired: 2001
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61 South Street, Hingham, MA, 02043-2047
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Posted by Anthony (Boomer) | July 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Highest recommendation on every level. DGVE Law - Danielle G. Van Ess and her staff -- are the complete package. Extremely knowledgeable and effective, no-nonsense yet incredibly personable, honest, and ethical, and they always follow through. We felt like we were heard, understood, and advised perfe...
Posted by Wendy | May 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney
My husband and I recently updated our will and I can say that I was not looking forward to it (hence, putting it off for more than 5 years!) Danielle made the whole thing painless. She is a smart, highly competent professional but also adds a "human factor" to her practice, and that is what makes he...
Posted by Jessica | April 7, 2017 | Hired Attorney
We felt that all of our legal needs for which we sought were met. The main benefit from working with DGVE was that we know that in any event our wishes have been communicated via a will and will be carried out as written. Additionally, DGVE made sure to bring up scenarios and possibilities that we ...
Posted by Matthew | April 6, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Not only are Danielle and her team consummate professionals, but they also helped personalize the creation of our trust in a way that made my wife and I feel that they had as much stake in the process as we did.
Posted by Jenn | October 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney
My husband and I hired Danielle to help us with estate planning and trusts for our two children. She educated us on the issues we needed to know about and made sure our plan was completely customized. Her degree of detail and thoughtfulness were above and beyond our expectations. I would recommend h...
"Danielle is an outstanding lawyer. I have known Danielle for a long time and have had the pleasure of working with her on several matters. She is professional, knowledgeable, and really cares about her clients. Her tech savvy is second to none! I recommend Danielle without reservation."
"I have known Danielle for many years as a fellow attorney-mama colleague, and most recently I became a client. Danielle has always impressed me with her insight and knowledge, but what really sets her apart as an estate planning attorney is how deeply she cares about her clients and the level of precision and personalization she brings to the plans she drafts. I enthusiastically recommend her!"
"I wholeheartedly endorse Danielle Van Ess. Her qualities far exceed the requisite competence one would expect from an estate planning attorney. Danielle is a caring adviser who is single-minded in her desire to do what's right for her clients. Furthermore, she provides younger parents with excellent estate planning services - giving them and their children the level of protection that they need, but rarely receive because that demographic is so woefully under-served."
"I've had the privilege of knowing and brainstorming with Danielle for several years. I consider it a privilege because, not only is she more than competent in the estate planning services she provides her client, she truly cares for them and their families. I highly recommend her to anyone needing a caring and comprehensive plan for their family's future."
"Danielle impresses me as a skilled and hard working attorney who strives to stay current in the law and technology. She seems to be caring, knowledgable and dedicated to he clients. I wod recommend her to any estate planning clients in her area."
"I've gotten to know Danielle online and offline over the past few years. She is intelligent and conscientious and is committed to making sure her clients estate planning needs are met."
"I have had the pleasure of getting to know Danielle over the last few years. I have found Danielle to be very competent and to be committed to making sure that her clients receive the utmost in service. It is my pleasure to endorse Attorney Van Ess!"
"I have known Danielle personally and professionally since 2009. She is extremely thorough in the work that she does for her clients, and her attention to detail is something that really sets her apart from many lawyers. I would not hesitate to refer a friend or client to see Danielle. I know that anyone who works with Danielle will have the best counsel possible."
"I have gotten to know Danielle through our common membership in WealthCounsel. Danielle combines technical knowledge with a strong drive to seek and implement modern innovations so that she can provide thorough and compassionate service for her clients. She is also highly regarded by colleagues given her tireless enthusiasm and willingness to share and exchange ideas. I endorse her without hesitation."
"Danielle is a compassionate and experienced estate planning lawyer who I've had the pleasure to get to know through various on-line forums. I'd recommend her if you are looking for a great attorney in the Hingham, MA area."
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2024
Massachusetts SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers
2024
Top Lawyer, Boston Magazine
2023
Massachusetts SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers
2023
Top Lawyer, Boston Magazine
2022
Massachusetts SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Reader's Choice #1 Lawyer/Law Firm in Hingham, Wicked Local
2021
2021 Massachusetts Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Top Lawyer, Boston Magazine
2020
2020 Massachusetts Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Award for Vision (trust & estate thought leadership), WealthCounsel
2020
Reader's Choice #1 Lawyer/Law Firm in Hingham and #1 Regional, Wicked Local
2019
2019 Massachusetts Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Reader's Choice #1 Lawyer/Law Firm in Hingham and #1 Regional, Wicked Local
2017
Reader's Choice #1 Lawyer/Law Firm in Hingham, Wicked Local
2016
Reader's Choice #1 Lawyer/Law Firm in Hingham, Wicked Local
2011
40 Under 40 Award, Cape & Plymouth Business Magazine
2008 - Present
Attorney, DGVE law, LLC
2007 - 2008
Independent Legal Consultant, Southwest Center for Law and Policy
2002 - 2005
Staff Attorney and Lead Trainer, National Center on Full Faith and Credit
2008 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationAdmitted to Practice
2001 - Present
Virginia Bar AssociationAdmitted to Practice
2019 - 2023
Hingham Cemetery CorporationBoard of Directors
2012 - 2023
Massachusetts Forum of Estate Planning AttorneysOfficer & Director on Board of Directors
2001
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
BA - Bachelor of Arts
N/A
LL.M - Master of Laws candidate (anticipated 2026)
N/A
LLM candidate at BUSL Graduate Tax Law Program
2021
2021
Small Businesses Are Assets in Their Owners' Estate Plans
2021
2020
Safeguarding Best Interests via Remote Document Signing
2020
2020
Safeguarding Best Interests via Remote Document Review Signing Witnessing and Notarization
2019
2017
Peace of Mind Estate Planning for Parents: What you need to know to protect your family, yourself, and your stuff (TM)
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