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Todd C. Ratner413.781.0560 • Associate
"A successful law practice is best built on an understanding of the practical aspects of the transactions themselves, not just the laws governing them. My business education and corporate consulting background enhance my ability to appreciate and comprehend the complex legal issues that face local and public companies. In addition, being born and raised in the greater Springfield area, I fully appreciate the challenges faced by area residents and businesses. Ultimately, I consider each single legal transaction to be an event in a long-lasting relationship rather than a closed-ended occurrence. I keep that perspective with all my professional relationships." Todd is a member of the firm's Estate Planning & Elder, Real Estate and Business & Corporate departments. He handles all aspects of estate planning, all types of commercial and residential closings for buyers, sellers and lenders, as well as general business matters. Prior to joining Bacon & Wilson, P.C., Todd spent six years holding senior business and managerial consulting positions in a fortune 100 company. EducationThe Pennsylvania State University School of Law, J.D. University of Connecticut School of Law, Visiting Student Boston University Graduate School of Management, MBA Babson College, BS Bar & Court AdmissionCommonwealth of Massachusetts U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts State of Connecticut Awards, Achievements & AppointmentsRecipient: SuperLawyers Rising Star Award, Boston Magazine, 2012 Recipient: SuperLawyers Rising Star Award, Boston Magazine, 2011 Designated as "SuperLawyer Rising Star" 2010 in Boston Magazine Recipient: SuperLawyers Rising Stars Award, Boston Magazine, 2009 Recipient: SuperLawyers Rising Star Award Boston Magazine, 2008 Recipient: SuperLawyers Rising Star Award Boston Magazine, 2007 Graduate: Affiliated Chambers of Commerce of Greater Springfield's Leadership Institute Professional & Community ActivitiesChairperson: Alzheimer’s Association Tri-County Partnership Member: Massachusetts/New Hampshire Alzheimer’s Association Leadership Council Board President: Longmeadow Montessori Internationale Member: Board of Directors, Jewish Family Services of Western Massachusetts Chair: Planned Giving and Board Member, Longmeadow Educational Excellence Foundation Instructor: Pre-Licensing Salesperson Course, Realtor Association of Pioneer Valley, Inc. Instructor: American International College, Elder Law Instructor: HAPHousing Volunteer: Law Consortium of Western Massachusetts Instructor: American International College, Elder Law Volunteer: The Law Consortium of Western Massachusetts, 2008 Member: Board of Directors, Jewish Family Service of Western Massachusetts Volunteer: Massachusetts Bar Association Dial-A-Lawyer Committee Member: Annual Max Classic Golf Tournament to benefit the Baystate Medical Center Children's Hospital Committee Member: Omar T. Pace, M.D. Recognition Gala to benefit the American Cancer Society Professional Associations & MembershipsMassachusetts Bar Association Connecticut Bar Association Hampden County Bar Association Hampden County Estate Planning Council National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) Real Estate Bar of Hampden County
Estate Planning 2013: Changes That May Affect You
The Legal End of Alzheimer’s A Diagnosis Leads to Special Legal, Financial Issues
Demystifying the Health Care Proxy
Testamentary Capacity: The Concept of ‘Sound Mind’ Is Not a Black-and-White Matter
Finances and Alzheimer’s Disease: There Are Many Such Matters Involved with ‘the Long Goodbye’
Deed with Life Estate: Understanding the Pros and Cons of This Handy Estate-planning Tool
Demystifying Probate - The Probate Process, Step-By-Step
The MUPC: an Overview Uniform Probate Code Features Several New Provisions
Male Perspective Estate Planning
Demystifying Death: Steps to Take from the Funeral Home Right Through to Probate
Health Care Proxies and Durable Powers of Attorney: Most People Fail to Plan for the Threat of Incapacity Despite Real Need
Elderly Drivers: an Age-old Problem - How To Tell Your Loved One That It’s Time to Hand Over the Keys
10 Perils of Joint Tenancy
Is It Time to Update the Estate Plan? - Consider These Triggering Events to Avoid Potentially Disastrous Results
Age-old Question - When Should You Begin Receiving Social Security Benefits?
Will in a Box - The Dangers of Estate Planning Software Programs
Batter-up: Stepping up to the Plate - Estate Planning for Men
Who Will Care for Your Minor Children if You Can't?
Your Plan Your Way - Peace of mind through retirement and beyond
Some Things to Chew On - Estate Planning Considerations for the Baby Boomer/Sandwich Generation
Cautionary Contemporary Estate Planning Tales - Learning Our Lessons from the Rich and Famously Departed
Vacation Home Co-ownership - Proper Documentation Can Help Avoid Some Headaches
Business in a Box - Is Franchising Risk Worth the Potential Payoff?
Real Estate Buyer Beware - What You Don't Ask May Come Back to Haunt You
Eminent Domain - Ruling Blurs the Line Between Public Use and Private Economic Development
Caught in the Web? Beware Your Email Becoming A Binding Contract
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Family Affair - Second-generation Members Become Part of Bacon & Wilson's Growth Pattern
8 SuperLawyers Rising Stars Among Regional Law Firm
How to pay for long term care
Special needs trusts - security for your special needs loved one
Revisions to Minor Caregiver Agreements
Guardianship of Minor Children: Your Very Important Decision
Deed with Life Estate
Durable Power of Attorney - Why would I hand over control of my finances?
Healthcare Proxy - Why you need one in Massachusetts
Seminar: Living With ALS April 21, 2013 Seminar: Plan Today \ Preserve Tomorrow September 27, 2012 Seminar: Alzheimer’s Disease Legal and Financial Issues & Answers July 31, 2012 Seminar: Estate Planning Basics July 19, 2012 Seminar: Alzheimer's Disease: Legal and Financial Planning June 4, 2012 Seminar: Alzheimer's Disease: Make Your Home Dementia Safe and Supportive May 21, 2012 Seminar: First Time Homebuyers' Workshop May 16, 2012 Seminar: Alzheimer's Disease: Understanding the Behavior - A New Skill May 14, 2012 Seminar: Alzheimer's Disease: Enhancing Communication Skills May 7, 2012 Seminar: Alzheimer’s Disease Legal and Financial Issues & Answers March 13, 2012 Seminar: What You Need to Know About Alzheimer’s Disease July 13, 2011 Seminar: Estate Planning Basics June 21, 2011 Seminar: 3 Things to Avoid May 25, 2011 Seminar: First Time Homebuyers' Workshop May 16, 2011 Seminar: First Time Homebuyers' Workshop May 7, 2011 Seminar: New Estate Tax Laws Impact on Alzheimer's Disease Legal and Financial Issues April 13, 2011 Seminar: Caregivers February 9, 2011 Seminar: Demystifying Basic Estate Planning January 27, 2011 Seminar: Basics of Developing an Estate Plan January 25, 2011 Seminar: First Time Homebuyers' Workshop January 19, 2011 Seminar: First Time Homebuyers' Workshop December 15, 2010 Seminar: Estate Planning for Families of Multiples November 1, 2010 Seminar: Estate Planning for Special Circumstances October 21, 2010 Seminar: Estate Planning Basics October 18, 2010 Seminar: Special Needs Planning Seminar October 12, 2010 Seminar: Basic Estate Planning September 13, 2010 Seminar: Trust Basics for the General Practitioner April 13, 2010 Seminar: Elder Law Education Program - Taking Control of Your Future: A Legal Checkup March 24, 2010 Seminar: Demystifying the Guardianship/Conservatorship Process Under the New Uniform Probate Code March 24, 2010 Seminar: Basics of Developing an Estate Plan January 25, 2010 Seminar: Elder Law Basics January 13, 2010 Seminar: Demystifying the Emerging Treatment & Law of Eldercare December 9, 2009 Seminar: Drafting the Simple Will November 10, 2009 Seminar: Demystifying the New UPC November 9, 2009 Seminar: College Isn't Getting Any Cheaper October 22, 2009 Contributer: Estate Planning Bits Meeting the yearly requirements to remain on the court approved list, July 2008 Lecturer: The Real Estate Smorgasbord, Real Estate Section of the Hampden County Bar Association, March 2008 Lecturer: ACORN First Time Homebuyer Seminar, January 2008 Lecturer: First Time Homebuyers, December 2007 Lecturer: Real Estate Section of the Hampden County Bar Association, Realtor Association of Pioneer Valley, October 2007 Lecturer: ACORN First Time Homebuyer Seminar, October & June 2007 Guest: "On the House" radio program on 560AM, July 2005 |
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