Atty. Timothy J. Scanlan

Atty. Timothy J. Scanlan

Timothy J. Scanlan is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trusts and estates, corporate law and 2 other areas of law.

Boston Boston 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Timothy J. Scanlan at a glance

Timothy J. Scanlan is an Associate based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Bass, Doherty & Finks, P.C.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1993) and District of Columbia (1995). Educated at Boston University (LL.M. Taxation, 2002) and Georgetown University (B.S.B.A., 1986). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar Massachusetts and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Timothy J. Scanlan is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trusts and estates, corporate law and 2 other areas of law
  • Timothy received a B.S.B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1986, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Timothy practices at Bass, Doherty & Finks, P.C. in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Timothy J. Scanlan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Timothy J. Scanlan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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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 Boston 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 Timothy J. Scanlan

Where is Timothy J. Scanlan's law office located?
Timothy J. Scanlan's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Bass, Doherty & Finks, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Timothy J. Scanlan handle?
Timothy J. Scanlan focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Timothy J. Scanlan practiced law?
Timothy J. Scanlan has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Timothy J. Scanlan go to law school?
Timothy J. Scanlan earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 2002); (B.S.B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Timothy J. Scanlan for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. Taxation
Boston University
- 2002
B.S.B.A.
Georgetown University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1993
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1995

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