Danielle G. Van Ess is a top rated Massachusetts wills, trusts, estates, and probate lawyer helping people protect and preserve what matters most while they're living and leave a legacy rather than a mess when they're gone.
Practice areas
including: Wills, Trusts, Living Wills & Health Care Proxies, Guardianship for Minor Children
14 years
Post-death trust and estate administration
14 years
Revocable & Irrevocable Trusts; comprehensive estate planning and post-death trust and estate administration
14 years
Last Wills & Testaments, Living Wills and Health Care Proxies, Trusts, comprehensive estate planning and post-death probate and trust and estate administration
14 years
Languages spoken
Spanish, English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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MA | Active | 2008 | 09/16/2019 |
VA | Authorized to Practice Law | 2001 | 02/13/2017 |
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Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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2021 Massachusetts Super Lawyer | SuperLawyers | 2021 |
Reader's Choice #1 Lawyer/Law Firm in Hingham | Wicked Local | 2021 |
Reader's Choice #1 Lawyer/Law Firm in Hingham and #1 Regional | Wicked Local | 2020 |
Award for Vision (trust & estate thought leadership) | WealthCounsel | 2020 |
2020 Massachusetts Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2020 |
2019 Massachusetts Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2019 |
Reader's Choice #1 Lawyer/Law Firm in Hingham and #1 Regional | Wicked Local | 2018 |
Reader's Choice #1 Lawyer/Law Firm in Hingham | Wicked Local | 2017 |
Reader's Choice #1 Lawyer/Law Firm in Hingham | Wicked Local | 2016 |
40 Under 40 Award | Cape & Plymouth Business Magazine | 2011 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | DGVE law, LLC | 2008 - Present |
Independent Legal Consultant | Southwest Center for Law and Policy | 2007 - 2008 |
Staff Attorney and Lead Trainer | National Center on Full Faith and Credit | 2002 - 2005 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Hingham Cemetery Corporation | Board of Directors | 2019 - Present |
Massachusetts Forum of Estate Planning Attorneys | Board of Directors | 2013 - Present |
Massachusetts Bar Association | 2008 - Present | |
Virginia Bar Association | 2001 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Boston University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2001 |
The George Washington University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1998 |
Boston University School of Law | LL.M - Master of Laws candidate | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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What Can & Cannot Be Done Remotely in Estate Planning | Remote Estate Planning and Notarization | 2021 |
Estate Planning for Families with Children Age 18 and Older | Estate Planning for Young Adults | 2021 |
Next Level Profits | Small Businesses Are Assets in Their Owners' Estate Plans | 2021 |
Boston Bar Association continuing legal education program | Safeguarding Best Interests via Remote Document Review Signing Witnessing and Notarization | 2020 |
WealthCounsel National Presentation for Members | Safeguarding Best Interests via Remote Document Signing | 2020 |
South Shore Conference for Women | Building your Financial & Legal Knowledge and Confidence | 2019 |
Estate Planning Workshops | Peace of Mind Estate Planning for Parents: What you need to know to protect your family, yourself, and your stuff (TM) | 2017 |
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William Smyth, Estate planning Attorney on Jan 22, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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.
Amy Martell, Wills and living wills Attorney on Nov 21, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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!
George Constant, Trusts Attorney on Mar 29, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Michael Lichterman, Trusts Attorney on Mar 29, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Daniel Surprenant, Estate planning Attorney on Mar 29, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Rania Combs, Estate planning Attorney on Mar 23, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Tiffany O'Connell, Estate planning Attorney on Feb 15, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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!
Candice Aiston, Unknown Attorney on Jan 15, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Scott Zucker, Estate planning Attorney on Jan 27, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Christopher Berry, Estate planning Attorney on Oct 15, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Maura Curran, Estate planning Attorney on Aug 23, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work.
Jackie Bedard, Estate planning Attorney on Jan 5, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work.
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