E. Alexandra Golden

E. Alexandra Golden

also known as Sasha Golden, Alexandra Golden

5.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 31 years

Elder law Lawyer at Newton, MA
Practice Areas: Elder Law, Guardianship, Probate ... +2 more

1340 Centre Street, Suite 103, Newton, MA

About E.

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Elder Law 25%

My office helps seniors, people with disabilities and their families comprehensively address the challenges they face with sensitivity and creativity. T

27 years

25%
Estate Planning 20%

I can help you to prepare an estate plan which will be designed to help manage your affairs both during lifetime and after death.

27 years

20%
Guardianship 20%

Our office handles guardianship and conservatorship cases for adults. These cases include guardianships for persons who need antipsychotic medication (also called Rogers guardianships) and obtaining court authorization to create trusts and estate plans for incapacitated plans and authority to sell real estate.

31 years

20%
Probate 20%

My office guides personal representatives through the twists and turns of the probate process. This includes Petitions for Probate, filing claims for assets and distributing assets as required by the law.

27 years

20%
Medicaid and Medicare 15%

Our office can assist you and your loved one with the complex process of Medicaid planning and applications, saving your family stress and money. We also will help you with appealing denials of Medicaid benefits.

26 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 31 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Golden Law Center

1340 Centre Street, Suite 103, Newton, MA, 02459

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E. Alexandra Golden's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 10, 2016 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Outstanding

Attorney Golden gave outstanding advice. Promissory note wasn't silent and my mothers estate is not responsible for the loans. Can't thank you enough!

E. Golden

Replied last October 18, 2016

I'm glad that things turned out well. I hope that everything works out for the best for you.

Posted by Mary Anne | June 24, 2015

Thank You for being Online, Attorney Golden

Your online answer, clear and concise, gave answer to my question: Will my children have to pay any debt I incur, after my death. I have bought the $5,000 hearing aids, taking on this debt at the age of 82 You were right. It is nice to hear well again, and, I can converse more intelligently wit...h my family, thanks to your turning my thinking in this direction, and, assuring me that my children will not bear the burden of any debt. I cannot afford an Attorney right now, but, have an appointment with the Attorney who gives time at the local Council on Aging. Like yourself and your colleagues, he is helping us old folks get over the hurdles of the present day. I thank you for being right here on Avvo. So Easy. Thank you Avvo for having Attorney Golden, and, her colleagues, who helped me out so much with their answers also. Mary

E. Golden

Replied last June 25, 2015

Thank you, Mary Anne, for your kind recommendation! I'm happy that you got your hearing aids, and hope everything works out for the best.

Posted by Ann | May 30, 2012

NEEDED: More Lawyers Like Ms. Golden

WOW! After contacting a Webster MA Attorney regarding the administration or lack thereof and final settlement of my mother's estate by the Executor (my brother), Attorney Golden was not only able to provide insightful advice, specific information and even follow-up that my hired Attorney has been un...able to provide, she did it in less than 1 hour versus his 3+ weeks to date. I would highly recommend her for anyone who needs an obviously caring, compassionate and experienced lawyer.

Posted by Wayne | April 19, 2011

ATTORNEY GOLDEN PROVIDED A SERVICE AND COMMUNICATION THAT EXCEEDED MY EXPECTATIONS!

Attorney Golden answered a question I posed on Avvo.com within 16 minutes. I was seeking direction for an elder, sick friend with an eviction problem who had no idea where to seek help nor had the means to do so. Attorney Golden provided us with information of an organization that may be able to as...sist. She provided the name of the organization, address and phone number. The organization wasn't able to help my friend and I emailed Attorney Golden directly, explained the unfortunate results of our meeting not knowing whether I'd hear back from her. Within 24 hours she emailed me directly providing another attorney that could possibly assist and stated that she personally spoke to the attorney about my friend's situation and provided me with contact information as well as some additional advise. I am a stranger to her, posing a question on this website and she went out of her way providing me with valuable information and direction that I would never have received. Her sensitivity and compassion for my friend's situation far exceeded any expectation I ever had. She did not have to involve herself at all. I am so thankful to her and Avvo for helping us out. Attorney Golden is a true professional and a credit to the legal profession. Based on my experience I would highly recommend her and her organization.

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Michael LeMond

Unknown lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Merrigan

Criminal defense lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jefferson Boone

Elder law lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Golden's answers are always helpful and informative, and demonstrate her knowledge, intelligence and interest in the law. She has corrected a couple of my answers, where her knowledge within her fields of interest has exceeded my own, as a general practitioner."

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Sean Cleary

Elder law lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Douglas Borthwick

Elder law lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Finnerty

Unknown lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Golden has a well-deserved reputation as a diligent lawyer who works hard to achieve the best results for her clients."

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John O'Brien

Elder law lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Hovanes Margarian

Elder law lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Veronica Silva

Unknown lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Her insightful answers to AVVO inquiries demonstrate her breadth of knowledge and her commitment to her clients.I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Golden is one of the most giving lawyers in Avvo history. Her record of providing help to people is beyond elite. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community, for free. Kudos. I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Szklasz

General practice lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Satterwhite

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Golden's proficiency of the legal process is just one of her many strengths."

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Guy Haskell

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Estela Matta

Elder law lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Golden is well informed on current Elder Law, and other areas of practice. She is thoughtful and deliberative. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Millet

Elder law lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Golden's advice is spot on; as shown by the answers she has posted, she takes the time to answer questions in a common sense manner and addresses plainly legal issues. I endorse this lawyer."

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John Roberts

Elder law lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Golden is skilled and up to the minute on estate, tax and elder care law. Equally important: she is able to explain the relevant law to you in plain English."

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Chong Ye

Unknown lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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J Smith

Guardianship lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Rich

Elder law lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Attorney Golden. She is very knowledgable in Massachusetts estate, guardianship, conservatorship, disability and elder law. She cares about her clients and gives excellent, well thought out, thorough answers here on avvo.com."

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Emma Kremer

Unknown lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I enthusiastically endorse Attorney Golden. She is clearly an experienced member of the legal community with a stellar reputation. I highly recommend Attorney Golden for her legal services."

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Owner, Golden Law Center

Associations

2021 - Present

Lincoln Council on Aging

Volunteer Attorney

2014 - Present

The Price Center

Member, Human Rights Committee

2006 - Present

Massachusets Bar Association

Member

1998 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

2009 - 2014

Massachsetts Guardianship Association

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Conservatorship of DI

Title in house transferred to community spouse.

Mr. and Mrs. W

Estate planning documents signed

Estate of RS

Avoided probate

Guardianship of M.M.

Court ordered issued approving medication plan

In re Sam Smith

Special needs trust, Medicaid application

Mr. and Mrs. Daniels

Planned for Medicaid, preserved $400,000 for wife

Estate of Mary Casey

Successfully settled a $1.3M estate

Conservatorship of BS

Ongoing work as conservator, helped preserve trust assets

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Education

1993

Boston College Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Boston College

A.B.

Speaking Engagements

2015

Joint Committee on Health Care Financing

Testimony on Medicaid Undue Hardship Waiver Bill

2015

Guardianship and Conservatorship: The Nuts and Bolts

Training for paralegals

2013

Needham Council on Aging Lunch and Learn Hot Topics in Elder Law

2012

Avery Crossings speaker series

Planning for the Cost of Long-Term Care

2011

Northbridge PAC

Special Needs Planning

2011

Major national reverse mortgage lender training

Massachusetts Probate Law Basics

2011

Major national reverse mortgage lender

Conservatorship Basics

2011

Children's Hospital Boston

Estate and Financial Issues for Aging Parents

2010

2010

Seniors Today, WMRC Radio

Elder Law

2010

Needham Council on Aging

Real Estate Issues for Seniors

2008

Presentation to paralegal students

Elder Law Careers for Paralegals

2007

Jimmy Myers Show

Estate Planning and Elder Law

Publications

2013

Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly DOMA Repeal Monitored by Estate Planners

2011

The Guardian - Massachusetts Guardianship Association Estate Planning for Persons with a Disability

Languages

English

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