Thomas Joseph Marks

Thomas Joseph Marks

also known as Tom Marks

5.0
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 22 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Mansfield, MA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Business

20 Cabot Boulevard, Suite 300, Mansfield, MA

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$0 first 60 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 19 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2006

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Rhode Island for 21 years

State: Rhode Island

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 22 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Thomas J. Marks, Esq.

20 Cabot Boulevard, Suite 300, Mansfield, MA, 02048

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Thomas Joseph Marks's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

49 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 13 reviews | Case Results

Posted by Ellen | October 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

Go with Tom Marks!

The closest Elder Care Lawer is not necessarily the best. I live in Mashpee on Cape Cod, and after learning this costly lesson, I reached out to Mr. Marks. (He was recommended by two people, one being a schoolteacher and the other an attorney). From my first zoom call, Tom patiently walked me throu...gh what I needed to know. He is professional, knowledgeable, caring and filled with empathy. I tell everyone I know about him. My husband has Alzheimer’s; so much of what is happening to us out of our control. Tom’s knowledge and suggestions have made the path we are on easier to walk. I now know our home is protected, even if a nursing home is needed for my husband. Tom has assured us of that. He listed the facts that confirm why our home can never be used to pay for my husband’s care. (The lawyer before him had incorrectly told us that our home was 'at risk'.) Tom’s knowledge of the facts associated with Wills, Trusts and Elder Care Law has been a huge source of comfort to us. All but the final document signing was done via zoom. It’s my understanding that the final documents could have been done electronically as well. I chose to go to his Mansfield office for the signing as I wanted to thank him face to face. The whole process was made easier by having a knowledgeable lawyer who really enjoys helping others.

Posted by Don | May 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Estate Planning with Attorney Tom Marks

Just recently we met with Atty. Marks to update our wills and other estate planning documents. We were extremely fortunate to have someone we know, who had worked with Atty. Marks, recommend him to us. If you are like us and have just a basic understanding of what is needed for your estate plannin...g, then I couldn't recommend a more knowledgeable and professional attorney. Tom answers questions in a manner easy to understand, so you are able to make the best decision for your situation. We definitely felt at easy working with him and left feeling confident that we put together the best plan for our family needs.

Posted by Kathy and Gary | February 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Estate Planning

We recently completed our Estate Plan with Thomas Marks, Esq and highly recommend his services for your Estate Planning needs. With a carefully thought out timeline, attention to detail, expertise and friendly demeanor, he ensured that we understood each step of the way and that the process went smo...othly. We now have a complete Estate Plan and are reassured that our wishes as well as plans for our loved ones will be fulfilled. Thank you!

Posted by Joe Clerico | December 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

What a great estate planning & trust lawyer - none better!

My financial planner when asked, recommended Tom Marks to me for setting up my revocable trust, will, health proxy, power of attorney, etc. He said, "I know you will like him." On the first visit, I knew my financial planner was correct. I instantly like working with Tom. He has a warm and inviti...ng personality. Better still, he demonstrate a complete understanding of estate planning law to me immediately making me certain I was in good hands. This proved true over the course of our meetings, phone calls and document reviews. I feared at the outset this would be a "boiler plate exercise" since i considered his fixed quote for the services less than I expected. What I got were a set of documents that completely reflected my desires while complying with both MA & FL laws. I cannot say enough good about Tom and his work product. Please look no further, Tom will provide you with quality and timely legal services, will like make you feel like his friends and do all this at a very reasonable cost. I cannot imagine going anywhere else for my future legal services. Joe Clerico

Posted by David | May 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Estate planning

My wife and I consulted with Tom Marks in order to establish our wills, and we were provided with much deeper and more thorough service than we expected. As a result of working with Tom, we now have wills, power of attorney statements, health care proxy statements, and trusts for our estate. Tom pr...ovided great advice on tax planning and organizing our estate. He answered questions quickly, provided us with up-to-date documentation throughout the process, and was very easy to work with during our meetings. Tom is knowledgeable, thorough, patient, and personable. I recommend him to anyone pursuing an estate plan.

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Thomas Joseph Marks's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jeffrey Lovely

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Tom and I met when we represented adverse parties in a very sensitive and difficult matter. After a contentious beginning, we were able to resolve the matter in a reasonable and equitable fashion. Tom demonstrated that he could show compassion and understanding for my client while obtaining a great result for his client. Tom is very smart, he knows the law, and he is able to exercise mature judgment and creative problem solving. I am very comfortable referring matters to Tom; I know his clients are in good hands."

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Jeffrey Lovely

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

1998

Most Outstanding Thesis, University of Virginia Government Honors Program

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Thomas J. Marks, Esq.

2007 - 2010

Associate Attorney, Decof & Decof P.C.

2005 - 2007

Associate Attorney, Lepizzera & Laprocina LLC

2003 - 2004

Associate Attorney, Partridge Snow & Hahn LLP

Associations

2011 - Present

Foxboro Rotary

President

2011 - Present

Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce

Member

Education

2003

Harvard University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

University of Virginia

Bachelors

Speaking Engagements

2015

Mansfield Bank

MA Long-Term Care Planning

2015

Mansfield Bank

Preparing Your Estate Plan

2014

Stifel Niklas

MA Estate Tax Planning

2014

Cranberry Chamber of Commerce

Navigating MA Independent Contractor Law

Languages

English

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