Peter Caldwell Herbst Jr

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Peter Caldwell Herbst Jr

5.0
28 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Probate Lawyer at Braintree, MA
Practice Areas: Probate, Estate Planning, Elder Law ... +2 more

100 Grandview Road Ste 304, Braintree, MA

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About Peter

Biography

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LISTENING TO YOUR NEEDS & PROVIDING SOLUTIONS. ESTATE PLANNING | ESTATE & TRUST ADMINISTRATION | ELDER LAW

LISTENING TO YOUR NEEDS & PROVIDING SOLUTIONS. ESTATE PLANNING | ESTATE & TRUST ADMINISTRATION | ELDER LAW

LISTENING TO YOUR NEEDS & PROVIDING SOLUTIONS. ESTATE PLANNING | ESTATE & TRUST ADMINISTRATION | ELDER LAW

LISTENING TO YOUR NEEDS & PROVIDING SOLUTIONS. ESTATE PLANNING | ESTATE & TRUST ADMINISTRATION | ELDER LAW

LISTENING TO YOUR NEEDS & PROVIDING SOLUTIONS. ESTATE PLANNING | ESTATE & TRUST ADMINISTRATION | ELDER LAW

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Probate 30%

30%
Elder Law 20%

20%
Estate Planning 20%

20%
Medicaid and Medicare 15%

15%
Trusts 15%

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018
Silver Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 17 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 20 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Herbst Law Group, LLC

100 Grandview Road Ste 304, Braintree, MA, 02184

herbstlawgroup.com

Online Presence

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Peter Caldwell Herbst Jr's Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Probate

Posted by Evonne | February 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Great Estate Planning Attorney

I found Attorney Herbst Jr. on Avvo and Lawyers.com after months of reviewing other attorneys online/phone calls in and around the Boston metro areas. In the end, Peter and another attorney came close to what I was looking for in estate planning, and they both came with excellent reviews. I ultimat...ely hired Peter. Here is why I hired Peter 1) personality, 2) quality, and 3) price. It is true that a picture can say a thousand words and what you see of Peter is what you get in person - kind, patience, and with a humble personality; unlike the other attorney with a glorified bio who have "yet to eat a $100 burger." Peter is prompt in responding to emails, flexible with his time, and up-to-date with his knowledge of the ever-changing probate/estate/tax laws. He also gave my spouse and I some valuable tax advices that already saved us a couple of hundred dollars this year. Peter covered a lot of grounds during the hour long free consultation and we never felt rushed. Peter's law firm is simple yet professional looking, his price is affordable, and he didn't nickel and dime us for everything; unlike the other attorney located in a fancy location, expensive furnishing, and the clock starts ticking after the initial consult. Attorney Herbst Jr. is a great attorney and I highly recommended him. My advise to potential clients, regardless who you choose to be your attorney, go with someone who looks out for your best interests, knowledgeable, and proofread prior to signing any legal documents.

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2018 | Probate

Excellent advice

I went to Mr. Herbst when I faced serious problems with the probate of my mother's estate. He was very kind and knowledgeable. Although I intended to hire him he let me know there was another attorney who would better serve me! Wow! If I ever have a need for an attorney with Mr. Herbst's specialties ...I will hire him!

Posted by Jerry and Cathy | January 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Awesome Probate Attorney

Peter took the time to explain the various probate options open to my husband and me in plain language. He answered all of our questions and addressed our concerns fully. We felt very comfortable speaking to him about out probate needs. We would highly recommend him for any probate matters.

Posted by Peggie | June 25, 2015 | Probate

Highly skilled attorney

I highly recommend Peter Herbst as an attorney for estate planning, probate actions and trust administration. I have worked with Peter consistently for the past year on a complicated estate, probate and trust action. Throughout the entire process he has been thoughtful and patient with me as a navi...gate a complicated process. He is highly skilled in this area of the law, has made fantastic referrals to me and is always going the extra mile to ensure I understand the process and am comfortable with each step forward. Peter is honest and trustworthy, and is a true asset to have on your side. I assure you, you are in good hands with Attorney Peter Herbst.

Posted by Cara | March 14, 2013 | Probate

Excellent trust & estates lawyer

I would absolutely work with Peter Herbst again. He took the time to carefully review the facts of my situation, did his homework, and came back with a recommendation for me to avoid litigation and instead to proceed with a settlement, since litigation was unlikely to actually achieve my goals and w...ould have been highly divisive in my family. This impressed me since he'd have made a great deal more money if I had proceeded with litigation - Peter clearly had my best interests at heart. He was extremely tactful and helpful in some tricky family estate settlement negotiations and two years later, I'm happy to say that everyone in the family is talking to one another and relations are amicable all around (pun intended). Turns out it can be super handy to have a lawyer on your side of the table!

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Sierra Butler

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Peter and I have worked together on estate planning matters with a Massachusetts-Florida component. I find him to be knowledgeable and thoughtful in his analysis, and his clients certainly benefit from his collaborative approach and creative problem-solving. I look forward to working with Peter on future matters."

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Nikki Oliveira

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I attended a presentation of Peter’s on funding irrevocable insurance trusts. Peter had a unique situation in which the annual exclusions available within a trust were less than the amount of the yearly premium for the insurance. This resulted in the possibility of his client having a taxable gift each year. Peter explained the tax and trust rules involved and then presented two methods - through either a part loan part gift or a non-equity collateral assignment – that one could utilize in order avoid making a taxable gift. Both strategies were creative ways explained in a straightforward manner that furthered his client’s objectives in a tax-efficient manner. During the presentation, Peter not only displayed excellent professionalism and creativity in tax planning, but he was also a very eloquent speaker. I'm looking forward to his next seminar presentation. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Massachusetts Super Lawyer, Massachusetts Super Lawyers

2020

Massachusetts Super Lawyer, Massachusetts Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Massachusetts Super Lawyer, Massachusetts Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Massachusetts Super Lawyers

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Rising Star, Massachusetts Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Massachusetts Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Massachusetts Super Lawyers

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Rising Star, Massachusetts Super Lawyers

2014

40 Under 40 Award, South Shore Stars

2013

Rising Star, Massachusetts Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Massachusetts Super Lawyers

2010

Rising Star, Massachusetts Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, Herbst Law Group, LLC

2008 - 2014

Associate, Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro, P.C.

2004 - 2008

Attorney, Herbst & Herbst, LLC

Associations

2021 - Present

Town of Braintree

Master Plan Steering Committee Member

2018 - Present

Braintree July 4th Celebration Committee

Treasurer

2018 - Present

Cub Scouts

Den Leader

2014 - Present

ProVisors - Hingham

Member

2012 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

2012 - Present

Massachusetts Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

2011 - Present

South Shore Young Professionals

Member

2010 - Present

Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Section of the American Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Boston Estate Planning Council

Associate

Education

2012

Boston University School of Law

LLM

2005

Vermont Law School

Juris Doctor

1999

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2018

The Probate Process from Start to Finish for Paralegals

Intestacy and Estate Distributions

2017

Estate Planning and Administration - The Complete Guide Tax Aspects of Trusts

2015

Life Transition Planning for Lawyers: The Next Step Succession Planning

2012

Spring Conference

Estate Tax Update

Languages

English

Activity

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