After 20 years in the making, the new Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code finally became effective March 31, 2012, with additional amendments in July, 2012. This reform represents a major overhaul of the rules for estate planning and probate administration. All of the provisions apply to Wills made before March 31, 2012 as well as current and future Wills and probate proceedings. These changes affect many aspects of estate planning and Probate. If you have a Will or are thinking of creating one, you should discuss the effect of these rules with your attorney. For more information, please see: MUPCnewsletter2012.pdf
