Law Office of Suzanne E. Hannigan

08/28/2026

🎒📚 Back-to-School Season Is Here!

As you're checking off school supply lists, updating schedules, and getting the kids ready for the year ahead, don't forget your own paperwork.

Now is a great time to review your:

✅ Will
✅ Trust
✅ Durable Power of Attorney
✅ Health Care Proxy

Having an up-to-date estate plan helps ensure that your wishes are known and that the people you care about are protected.

If you'd like to review your existing documents or get started with an estate plan, give me a call. I'd be happy to help.

Law Office of Suzanne E. Hannigan
📍 23 Trescott Street, Taunton, MA 02780
📞 (774) 227-2376 (call or text)
✉️ [email protected]

06/08/2026

🎓 Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎓

Wishing you all the best as you head into this exciting next chapter!

As you prepare for fall (and shop for dorm essentials), here’s something important to keep in mind: once your child turns 18, they’re legally an adult, even if they still depend on you.

That means parents no longer automatically have access to medical, financial, or legal information.

A few simple documents can help protect both you and your student:
✔️ Health Care Proxy
✔️ HIPAA Authorization
✔️ Durable Power of Attorney

These are quick to put in place now-and can make a big difference later.

As college plans come together, it’s the perfect time to plan ahead. 🎓

Reach out if you’d like help getting everything in order!

03/25/2026

Spring cleaning? Add your estate plan to the list.

It's not just about documents .... it’s about making sure the people you care about aren’t left guessing.

Wills, trusts, health care proxies… all the things for your future that you will be glad you took care of.

Clear steps. Real peace of mind - minus the stuffy legal talk.

Text or call: 774‑227‑2376
23 Trescott St., Taunton, MA 02780

03/10/2026

One of the most common things we hear from people after a loved one passes away is:

“I don’t even know where to start.”

Do we need to go to court?
What happens to the house?
Do we have to file the will somewhere?

These are very common questions, and the process can feel overwhelming .... especially while you’re grieving.

If you’ve recently lost a loved one and aren’t sure what the next steps are, I'm always happy to help point you in the right direction.

02/04/2026

01/28/2026

“What’s a trust?” is one of the most common questions I hear.
If it feels overwhelming or unclear, you’re not alone, and I’m happy to help break it down.

01/20/2026

“What do I do when someone I love dies?”

This is a question no one is ever prepared for.

Between grief, family dynamics, and unfamiliar legal steps, it can feel overwhelming just trying to figure out where to start. Probate, paperwork, bank accounts, court...it’s a lot, especially during an already difficult time.

You don’t have to have all the answers. And you don’t have to handle it alone.

If you’ve recently lost someone and aren’t sure what comes next, I’m here to help guide you through the process one step at a time and with clarity and compassion.

01/14/2026

If you’re in your 30s, 40s, or 50s, chances are you’re juggling work, kids, aging parents, and about a hundred other priorities. Estate planning usually ends up at the bottom of the list — not because it isn’t important, but because life is...BUSY!

Here’s the Massachusetts reality:
Without a basic estate plan in place, the Commonwealth decides who can manage your finances, make medical decisions, and care for your minor children if something unexpected happens.

Estate planning in your 30s, 40s, or 50s isn’t about being pessimistic or planning for “later.”
It’s about:
• Making things easier for your spouse
• Protecting your kids
• Avoiding unnecessary court involvement
• Having a plan before you need one

Most people don’t need anything complicated, just the right documents, done thoughtfully.

If estate planning has been on your mental to-do list for years, this is your sign to move it up a notch. Questions are always welcome.

—
Suzanne Hannigan, Esq.
Massachusetts & Rhode Island Estate Planning Attorney

01/06/2026

🎉📬 College acceptances are starting to roll in!

While your child is deciding where they’ll be heading next fall, there’s one important thing parents should keep in mind:

Once your child turns 18, the law treats them as an adult—even if they’re still living at home, on your health insurance, or relying on you for support.

That means parents no longer automatically have the right to:
❌ Access medical information
❌ Speak with doctors
❌ Help with financial or legal matters in an emergency

A few simple documents can help avoid problems down the road:

✔️ Health Care Proxy – Lets you make medical decisions if your child can’t
✔️ HIPAA Authorization – Allows doctors to share medical info with you
✔️ Durable Power of Attorney – Lets you assist with finances or legal matters if needed

These are easy documents to put in place now—and they can make a big difference if the unexpected happens.

As college plans start coming together, it’s a great time to plan ahead. 🎓
Reach out to our office if you’d like help getting these documents in order.

12/01/2025

🌟 THE 30-SECOND WILL AUDIT CHALLENGE 🌟
Let’s see how your estate plan holds up 👇

Take 30 seconds and answer YES or NO to these 5 questions:

1️⃣ Is your will less than 5 years old?
2️⃣ Does it include ALL of your current beneficiaries?
3️⃣ Have your kids grown or your family changed since you signed it?
4️⃣ Have you moved in or out of Massachusetts since then?
5️⃣ Does your plan name backup decision-makers for every role?

If you answered “NO” to even one of these… it might be time for an update!