John Thomas Gosselin

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John Thomas Gosselin

4.1
18 reviews
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Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 31 years

Elder law Lawyer at Arlington, MA
Practice Areas: Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate

635 Mass Ave, Arlington, MA

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About John

Biography

Trust Planning and Wealth Protection For Hardworking People Like You.

Responsive, experienced representation for families in need.

Responsive, experienced representation for estate planning and asset protection.

Experienced representation in elder crisis situations - nursing home issues, protect assets.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Elder Law 75%

As a long time member of the National Academy of Elder Attorneys, Attorney Gosselin is one of the busiest elder law practitioners in the area - focusing his practice on helping families in crisis. Whether it's Medicaid/MassHealth qualification, protecting the family home or guiding families through the issues of transition of their elderly loved ones from one stage of life to the next, Attorney Gosselin is a compassionate and kind advocate for his clients.

32 years

75%
Estate Planning 15%

Complex estate planning, including asset protection, Medicaid planning and planning for incapacity. Special needs trusts and fiduciary services. Particular experience in the issues of older persons. Service as trustee, executor, trust protector and assistance with choosing investment and tax professionals.

32 years

15%
Probate 10%

Firm offers full service probate administration in Massachusetts. Also extensive experience assisting with international probate issues. Experience in trust and estate administration, fiduciary service and tax matters.

32 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in New Hampshire for 20 years

State: New Hampshire

Acquired: 2005

Active

Licensed in Massachusetts for 31 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1994

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2022

Location

Gosselin & Kyriakidis, P.C.

635 Mass Ave, Arlington, MA, 02476

eldercrisislaw.com

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John Thomas Gosselin's Reviews

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Posted by Denyse | December 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

The person you want with you during an elder crisis!!!

I can't begin to summarize how competent, responsive, proactive and compassionate John and his team have been throughout a very long and stressful eldercare process. From the first phone call, John was on top of my situation, saw me the next day (on a Saturday no less!) and immediately went into acti...on. His knowledge of the eldercare process and applicable laws is beyond compare. He and his incredible team were there every step of the way and carried us through the worst of times.

Posted by DIANE | February 27, 2018 | Elder Law

EXECUTIVE ASST TO CEO - MAJOR FORTUNE 250 CORP. (RETIRED)

Mr. Gosselin was recommended to me by a family member who is also MD in Winchester, MA. He spent 3 hours, 1-on-1, with me carefully explaining the myriad of MA healthcare intricacies me and my family needed to understand before going forward before placing my husband, a CT resident, in a nursing home... close to his son. Attorney Gosselin literally wrote a book on this subject, but it was because of his knowledge and patience while helping me comprehend the system, that our family could go forward confidently with our final decision. PS. Having his dog, Darwin, attend the meeting certainly added to my experience (as an Australian Shepherd dog owner myself). I therefore highly recommend him and his firm. Diane

Posted by Elon | August 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Full service

John took very good care of me using his depth of experience and strong desire to meet my needs. I would recommend his services without hesitation.

Posted by Mikayla | July 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

Quick turn around for a BIG PROBLEM!

We were on our way to the ship for Bermuda with my mom when she got sick. After rushing to the hospital we found out that she had a stroke and all of a sudden she couldn't go home. The social worker at the hospital gave us John's name and we called him to help us figure out next steps. He called us b...ack at like 9 at night and by the next day we had a plan for mom and how to save her house. THANK YOU JOHN

Posted by Alex K. | March 19, 2011

Very professional, friendly, simply excellent in all aspects.

I was very happy and satisfied working with John. I feel very confortable with his services and I will use his office whenever will be needed.

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John Thomas Gosselin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Colin Smith

Probate lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known John Gosselin throughout his legal career. I have referred many clients and lawyers to him. He is experienced, effective, has a wide network and is very savvy."

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Michael Smith

Real estate lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lawrence Vernaglia

Elder law lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known John Gosselin for years and have referred many cases to him. His work has always been excellent and timely. I have no reservations about using his services in the future."

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Franklin Mclaughlin

Elder law lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have referred clients to John for assistance with nursing home, Medicaid and other elderlaw matters. I appreciate John's professionalism and treatment of the clients, in particular his attention to their unique needs. I highly recommend John for anyone who needs elderlaw advice."

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Theofilos Vougias

Elder law lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Co-worker

"Attorney John Gosselin has extensive experience in the areas of elder law, estate planning and administration, and real estate transactions. Attorney Gosselin is thorough, conscientious and sensitive to the needs of clients and their respective families."

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Colin Smith

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Despina Kyriakidis

Probate lawyer

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Lawrence Vernaglia

Health care lawyer

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Theofilos Vougias

Estate planning lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2022.

Public Reprimand issued in MA, 2022

updated on 04/07/2023

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Honors

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Public Administrator for Middlesex County, Commonwealth of Massachusetts - 2009-2014

2008

Selected as member, Independent Certification Committee of NRMLA, National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association

2004

Appointed as Public Administrator for Middlesex County, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

2001

Attorney Rating - BV, Martindale-Hubbell

1986

Citizenship Award, Middlesex County Bar Association

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Managing Partner, Gosselin & Kyriakidis, P.C.

Associations

2005 - Present

New Hampshire Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

National Association of Realtors

Member

2005 - Present

Massachusetts Association of Realtors

Member

1995 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Co-Chair, International Committee

1994 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

Member

2016 - 2017

American Land Title Association

Committee Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In Re Estate of RS

Judgment in Favor of Client

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Education

N/A

New England School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

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Middlebury College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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Institut d'Etudes Politiques

Speaking Engagements

2009

Social Worker In Service

Legal Competency in the Elderly

2009

NRMLA Regional Conference

Elders Facing the Financial Crisis - Elder Law Response

2009

Money Managers Quarterly Continuing Education

Planning for Elders in the Home - Update on Reverse Mortgages

2009

Medical Staff/Nusing/Social Work In Service

Legal Competency in the Elderly

2009

MCLE Reverse Mortgages

Reverse Mortgages and Coordination with Government Benefits Programs

2009

ALTA Business Strategies Conference

State of Electronic Records in America

2008

Nurse Managers' Annual Meeting

Elder Law Issues for Nursing Professionals

2008

NRMLA Annual Meeting

Impact of Medicaid Regulations on Reverse Mortgages

2008

National Aging In Place Council - Eastern Conference

Medicaid Laws and Recent Changes and their Impact on the Elderly

2008

American Land TItle Association Annual Meeting - Kauai

Reverse Mortgages - Hot Market or Big Risk?

Publications

2009

Your Senior Moment With Dr. Wayne Saltsman Syndicated Television - Elder Law Issues

2009

2009

Aging Well Medicaid Planning

2007

Mortgage Press Medicaid, SSI and Government Benefits in Reverse Mortgages

Languages

French

Activity

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