Primer on Probate

Thursday, September 11, 5-7
Custom House/Maritime Museum,
Newburyport and Streaming

Primer on Probate is designed for attorneys who are new to Probate Law or who don’t practice in that area regularly. Our experts identify difficult issues and tell you how to manage them.

Attend and learn:

Drafting tips for wills and for avoiding probate issues
What is the spousal elective share
What probate issues you should include in divorce agreements
Do's and don’ts on appointments
What are the types of guardianships and what is the process
What happens if there was a guardianship and now want custody

Our Experts:

Attorney Michael Xavier, Prince Lobel, Chair
Honorable Michelle A. Yee, Probate & Family Court
Katelyn Lynch, Assistant Register, Essex Probate & Family Court
Attorney Valerie McCormack, Integrative Legal, Newburyport
Elizabeth Tangney, Assistant Judicial Case Manager, Essex Probate & Family Court

The livestream will begin at 5:00pm ET on September 11, 2025