Our attorneys assist families in the difficult time following the loss of a loved one. We help with the probate administration of estates and the administration of trusts. We provide gift and fiduciary tax services to clients at all levels of wealth, of all ages, and from all types of businesses, professions and occupations. We work with family advisors, including CPAs, insurance professionals, financial advisors and corporate counsel, to ensure an integrated approach to administer and execute the family plan. We also work with clients to review post-mortem planning options to achieve enhanced estate tax savings.
Our Services
Probate and Estate Administration
We assist clients with all required probate court proceedings, locating and collecting assets and transferring them to heirs, and other steps necessary to carry out an individual’s estate plan.
Trust Administration
Trusts have become commonplace in estate planning. Our attorneys advise individual trustees and corporate fiduciaries regarding the legal issues and fiduciary responsibilities that arise during trust administration. Our attorneys assist beneficiaries to understand their rights and with the oversight of trustees. In some cases, at the request of the family, our attorneys may serve as trustee or co-trustee.
Tax Preparation
To complement our probate and trust administration services, Devine Millimet prepares federal and state estate tax returns, gift tax returns and fiduciary income tax returns.
Representation Before Tax Authorities
We provide experienced representation in audits, appeals and inquiries on federal and state transfer tax and fiduciary income tax matters before the Internal Revenue Service, the New Hampshire Department of Revenue Administration, the Massachusetts Department of Revenue, and in Tax Court.
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Dec 8, 20
Unless you have been under a rock for the past month, you know of the turmoil surrounding our Presidential election. You have seen the protests and you have heard the chants of “count every legal vote!” Recently, we handled a matter involving the right to vote of an adult under […]
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May 21, 18
With the increase in the number of challenges to wills and trusts, it should come as no surprise that many estate planning documents contain language to protect against frivolous challenges. These so-called “no contest” clauses essentially provide that should a disgruntled beneficiary file a claim to set aside the subject […]
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Mar 26, 18
We are all familiar with the phrase: “Innocent until proven guilty.” This phrase is often used to describe the basic tenet of criminal law that it is the state accusing an individual of a criminal act that has the burden of proving the person’s guilt. This same is generally true […]
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Aug 28, 17
Litigators, including probate litigators, litigate cases. That’s what we do. However, any good litigator will ensure that settlement discussions and mediation are part of any litigation strategy. Litigation is time consuming, difficult emotionally and financially on the parties, and is, by definition, uncertain. In any matter that goes to trial, […]
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May 16, 17
We often refer to power of attorney documents as “licenses to steal.” If you believe a family member or other trusted individual who has the power to manage finances under a power of attorney document might be taking advantage of that power, the law in New Hampshire does provide a remedy. Under […]
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May 2, 17
Our judiciary is often criticized as being slow, cumbersome and ineffective. In the world of probate litigation, the New Hampshire judiciary has established a special, designated court in order to streamline cases, bring cases to trial in a faster and more efficient manner, and ultimately to better serve the citizens […]
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Apr 18, 17
I am often asked why the Probate Litigation Team includes estate planning lawyers as well as litigators. At Devine, Millimet & Branch we believe it is important to address all issues that may arise in any litigated matter. In the probate litigation arena, it is important not only to have […]
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Jan 1, 21
MANCHESTER, NH – Devine Millimet is pleased to announce that Theo Vougias has been elected as a Shareholder of the firm, effective January 1, 2021. Theo joined Devine Millimet in August of 2014 and is a member of the firm’s Trusts and Estates Practice Group. Theo assists individuals and families with […]
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