Atty. John Michael Discenza

Atty. John Michael Discenza

John Michael Discenza is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, trusts and 3 other areas of law. John received a A.B. degree from Boston College in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Longmeadow Longmeadow 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About John Michael Discenza at a glance

John Michael Discenza is a Member based in Longmeadow, Massachusetts, practicing at Martinelli, Discenza Legal and Investment Counsel. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1981), Florida (1983), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1984), and U.S. Tax Court (1985). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D. University, 1981) and Boston College (A.B., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hampden County and Massachusetts Bar Associations The Florida Bar. Serands clients in Longmeadow, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Michael Discenza is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, trusts and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Boston College in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • John practices at Martinelli, Discenza Legal and Investment Counsel in Longmeadow, MA

Practice Areas Explained

John Michael Discenza's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Michael Discenza handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

John Michael Discenza is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Massachusetts →

Trusts

John Michael Discenza is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Massachusetts →

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

John Michael Discenza is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Massachusetts →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Longmeadow are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Michael Discenza

Where is John Michael Discenza's law office located?
John Michael Discenza's law practice is located in Longmeadow, Massachusetts. The firm is Martinelli, Discenza Legal and Investment Counsel. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Michael Discenza handle?
John Michael Discenza focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has John Michael Discenza practiced law?
John Michael Discenza has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did John Michael Discenza go to law school?
John Michael Discenza earned their education at (J.D. University, 1981); (A.B., 1978).
How can I contact John Michael Discenza for a consultation?
You can contact John Michael Discenza directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John Michael Discenza received?
John Michael Discenza's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. University
Suffolk University
- 1981
A.B.
Boston College
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1981
Florida
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1985

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