Bryce J. Helfer
Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Litigation - Trusts and Estates
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Bryce is an associate in Nixon Peabody’s Private Clients group. Bryce counsels families within the United States and abroad concerning the strategic dispositions of their assets, employing strategies that prioritize tax minimization, creditor protection, disability planning, and family wealth preservation. Bryce also serves as a fiduciary, overseeing the management and administration of estate and trust plans.What do you focus on?I assist clients in developing estate plans tailored to meet their unique needs. I also counsel fiduciaries and trust beneficiaries relating to rights and obligations within estate and trust disputes, and I assist families with navigating contested and non-contested guardianship and conservatorship proceedings.Outside of the office, I frequently write and speak on various topics including guardianship, conservatorship, estate planning strategies to support individuals with mental illness and substance abuse, avoiding strife in blended families, and assisted reproductive technology considerations within estate planning. Bryce is an associate in Nixon Peabody’s Private Clients group. Bryce counsels families within the United States and abroad concerning the strategic dispositions of their assets, employing strategies that prioritize tax minimization, creditor protection, disability planning, and family wealth preservation. Bryce also serves as a fiduciary, overseeing the management and administration of estate and trust plans.What do you focus on?I assist clients in developing estate plans tailored to meet their unique needs. I also counsel fiduciaries and trust beneficiaries relating to rights and obligations within estate and trust disputes, and I assist families with navigating contested and non-contested guardianship and conservatorship proceedings.Outside of the office, I frequently write and speak on various topics including guardianship, conservatorship, estate planning strategies to support individuals with mental illness and substance abuse, avoiding strife in blended families, and assisted reproductive technology considerations within estate planning. Bryce is an associate in Nixon Peabody’s Private Clients group. Bryce counsels families within the United States and abroad concerning the strategic dispositions of their assets, employing strategies that prioritize tax minimization, creditor protection, disability planning, and family wealth preservation. Bryce also serves as a fiduciary, overseeing the management and administration of estate and trust plans. What do you focus on? I assist clients in developing estate plans tailored to meet their unique needs. I also counsel fiduciaries and trust beneficiaries relating to rights and obligations within estate and trust disputes, and I assist families with navigating contested and non-contested guardianship and conservatorship proceedings. Outside of the office, I frequently write and speak on various topics including guardianship, conservatorship, estate planning strategies to support individuals with mental illness and substance abuse, avoiding strife in blended families, and assisted reproductive technology considerations within estate planning.
Jurisdiction
Massachusetts
State Capital
Boston
Highest Court
Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court
Bar Association
Massachusetts Bar Association
Typical Consultation
$150-$300
Typical Hourly Range
$225-$425/hr
Fee Model Notes
Estate planning often uses flat-fee packages, while probate disputes tend to be hourly.
Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.
Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2021
Laura Hernandez
Bryce Helfer provided outstanding counsel as we navigated the complexities of structuring our family's assets across the U.S. and Europe. His deep knowledge of trusts and estates law was immediately apparent, and his strategic approach was both thoughtful and practical. We felt confident knowing he was recognized by Best Lawyers as 'One to Watch.' Bryce translated intricate legal concepts into clear action, ensuring our goals were met with precision. His professionalism at Hemenway & Barnes is matched by a genuine personal commitment to his clients. The entire process was seamless, and we are profoundly grateful for his expertise.