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Do You Care About Your Clients?
Absolutely, I pride myself on having an excellent reputation with both current and past clients and maintaining neutrality in order to come up with a fair agreement for both spouses. Our office has systems in place that allow new clients to contact our case manager to learn about the mediation process, costs, and scheduling so as to avoid direct, one-on-one conversations with our mediators. Existing clients do not communicate with the mediator in between sessions without the knowledge of both spouses.
Yes, I care deeply about my clients, which is why my office focuses mainly on divorce mediation as opposed to contested litigation, which we believe to be time-consuming, expensive, and emotionally devastating for families.
Do You Have A Good Reputation With Other Divorce Lawyers & Mediators?
Yes, I receive a lot of cases from referrals from other divorce lawyers, marriage therapists, and mediators. I train and mentor other professionals to do divorce mediation. Additionally, I am a past president (an elected position) of the Worcester County Bar Association, which serves approximately 1,100 lawyers throughout Worcester County.
Are Your Services A Good Value?
Absolutely, we offer pricing options from the simple case through high-asset cases dealing with business valuations, stock options, multiple pieces of real estate, and complex parenting issues. Our focus is on preserving your wealth and assets, and we will work with you to identify a payment option that works for you and your family.
Are You Familiar With The Judges In Worcester County?
Yes, most of our clients come from Worcester County. However, we do have clients travel from all over Massachusetts because of the service and reputation of our firm.
Is It Hard To Schedule An Appointment?
Absolutely not! We typically have weekly last-minute appointments available, and we are flexible in working with everyone’s work schedule. My case manager is available to assist you with your scheduling needs.
Are You Going To Treat Our Case Like Any Other & Take A Cookie-Cutter Approach?
Every situation is unique. The wonderful thing about divorce mediation is that the couple has control in developing their agreement. For example, you don’t have to adhere to so-called traditional parenting plans if that’s not what you want. However, you have to remember that the judge has to find that your agreement meets the fair and equitable test. So it is our role as your divorce mediator to help you reach an agreement that is fair to both spouses and makes proper provisions for the children.
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I worked with Polly to update my will and create a revocable trust… The entire process went very smoothly. I highly recommend Polly Tatum and her staff. They are all very professional and friendly people.
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Elder Law
As people age, they may face different legal challenges than when they were younger.
Medicaid Planning
As your golden years approach, it may be time to consider many of the aspects of your future.
Estate Planning
When it comes to estate planning, there is no one-size-fits-all solution.
Probate
When you lose a loved one, the last thing you want to deal with is the legalities of their estate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What Can An Estate Planning Lawyer Do For Me?
Estate planning lawyers can help you with a wide variety of legal matters, including wills, trusts, probate, and estate administration.
What Does An Elder Law Attorney Do?
An elder law attorney can help with any legal issues that come up with regard to yourself as you age or an older loved one. These issues can include things like planning how to pay for long-term care, making sure that long-term care is appropriate and that no abuse or neglect is occurring, and helping with things like trusts that can ensure our elderly loved ones are provided for.
Do I Need More Than Just A Will?
While a will can take care of some very basic aspects of your estate, like distribution of some assets and guardianship of minor children, it cannot do things like designate a trusted person to make medical or financial decisions for you if you are unable, make your wishes known as to your medical care at the end of life, or provide managed financial benefits for special needs family members, for example. A will is essential, but it is rarely enough to take care of things should you become incapacitated or die.
How Much Does It Cost To Hire An Attorney?
The cost of hiring an attorney depends on the type of case you have and the amount of work that is required. In most cases, we offer a consultation so that you can get an estimate of the cost of our services. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.
How Is Medicaid Different From Medicare?
Medicare is a government-funded insurance program that covers some or all of the costs of certain medical procedures for qualified participants (generally, the elderly or disabled). Medicare does not cover the costs of long-term care. Medicaid, on the other hand, is a government entitlement program that can cover the costs of long-term care for those who meet certain income and asset qualifications.
What If We Don’t Qualify For Medicaid?
Medicaid eligibility planning is best started long before anyone in your family needs long-term care, but even if that planning has not been done in advance, there are some ways to make eligibility more likely while still protecting the assets of a spouse who does not need long-term care, for example. Contact our office, even if you think you won’t qualify for Medicaid. We may have options to suggest.
Why Is An Estate Plan Important?
An estate plan is important because it allows you to control what happens to your property and assets after your death. Without an estate plan, the court will decide how your property is distributed, which may not be in accordance with your wishes. An estate plan can also help you avoid probate, which is a costly and time-consuming process.
Why Should I Hire The Law Office Of Polly Tatum?
The Law Office of Polly Tatum is an experienced team who is ready to help you. Our firm has a wide range of experience in estate planning, probate and trust administration, elder law, and divorce and elder mediation. An experienced law firm with a good track record can help you get the legal help you deserve.
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