Areas of Practice
Real estate law
Estate Planning
Small Business
Domestic relations/Probate
Real Estate
The Law Office of Philip M. Markella practices in real estate conveyancing. We represent lenders in facilitating the closing process. We represent Buyer and sellers in reviewing and negotiating purchase and sales agreements. If you have a question regarding the zoning of your property or property you are considering to purchase, call the Law Office. We have experience representing owners and developers of real estate before zoning and planning boards and understand the permit process well. If you are considering purchasing a new home or refinancing a home you currently own, call the law office and request that your mortgage lender entrust the closing process to us.
The law office is title insurance agent for Ticor Title Insurance, Stewart Title Guaranty Company an Connecticut Attorneys Title Insurance Company and is also a member of the Real Estate Bar Association.
Estate Planning
To many people, estate planning is the first thing on their New Year's resolution list and usually the last thing that gets scratched off. It entails thinking about issues that are not very pleasant, such as disability and death. Fun stuff, huh? Not really. However, in order to adequately protect your assets and ensure the security of your family that is left behind, careful estate planning is necessary. The Law Office of Philip M. Markella is experienced in preparing estates of all sizes. Estate Planning entails more than simply preparing a will While a will sets forth how you wish your estate to be distributed after your death, what happens if you are disabled? Who speaks for you if you are unable to speak for yourself? We work closely with insurance agents for both life and disability coverage, as well as long-term care coverage. Contact the Law Office of Philip M. Markella and schedule an appointment. We can discuss wills, durable powers of attorney and health care proxies with medical directives (frequently referred to as living wills). You will be happy you did.
Small Business
The Law Office of Philip M. Markella represents both small and mid-sized companies and advises as to appropriate structure for your needs. "S" Corporations may be what you need at start-up but as you grow, you may require something more. From closely held corporations to Limited Liability Companies, the Law Office of Philip M. Markella can assist you in formation, structure, corporate formality, employee manuals. Attorney Markella has prepared briefs presented before the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination and has experience in that arena.
The Law Office of Philip M. Markella handle your legal issues so can get down to business.
Domestic Relations/Probate
Competent, compassionate and confidential representation is what the Law Office of Philip M. Markella brings to your case. This is a very emotional and stressful time for all parties involved, the Law Office of Philip M. Markella will zealously advocate for you while respecting the dignity and the privacy of the parties. If your situation lends itself to mediation, contact us and make an appointment. Mediation is always a more reasonable and cost effective medium.
The Law Office of Philip M. Markella can also assist you and your family in navigating through the Probate Court. When a loved one passes, let a professional handle the legal details of probating of the estate.
Whether it is the sad state of a marriage dissolving of the passing of a loved one, let the Law Office of Philip M. Markella be there for you in your time of need.