Martha Nahill Frahm, J.D. – Boston, MA

Premier Trusts and Estates Attorney for High-Net-Worth Clients

Martha J. Nahill Frahm is a distinguished director in the Private Client & Trust Group at Goulston & Storrs, one of Boston’s most prestigious law firms. With over two decades of experience, Martha provides sophisticated and bespoke estate planning and administration services to a discerning clientele of high-net-worth individuals, families, and fiduciaries. 💼 She is renowned for her ability to navigate the complexities of wealth transfer, asset protection, and charitable giving with both technical expertise and a deep understanding of her clients’ personal goals. Martha’s practice is built on a foundation of trust and discretion, guiding clients through the process of creating comprehensive estate plans that preserve wealth for future generations while minimizing tax implications.

Comprehensive Estate Planning and Administration Services

Martha’s expertise covers the full spectrum of wealth preservation and transfer. She crafts customized plans that are as unique as the families she serves, ensuring that every detail is addressed with precision and care.

• Estate Planning Lawyers: Designing and implementing sophisticated estate plans, including wills, revocable trusts, and irrevocable trusts, to achieve tax-efficient wealth transfer.
• Trusts Lawyers: Specializing in the creation of various trust instruments, such as irrevocable life insurance trusts (ILITs) and grantor retained annuity trusts (GRATs), for advanced estate planning.
• Probate Lawyers: Guiding executors and families through the complexities of estate and trust administration and the probate process.
• Charitable Giving: Advising clients on philanthropic strategies, including the establishment of private foundations and charitable trusts.
• Business Succession Planning: Assisting business owners with the strategic transfer of their companies to the next generation or key employees.

A Recognized Leader in Her Field

Martha’s commitment to excellence has earned her consistent recognition from the legal industry’s most respected publications. She is ranked in the prestigious Chambers High Net Worth Guide and has been named to The Best Lawyers in America© for Trusts and Estates every year since 2013. 🏆 In 2024, she was honored as the Boston ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for Trusts and Estates by The Best Lawyers in America®, a singular distinction that highlights the high regard in which she is held by her peers. She has also been consistently recognized by Massachusetts Super Lawyers for her outstanding work.

Your Trusted Advisor for Generations

Beyond her legal acumen, Martha is a valued counselor who builds lasting relationships with her clients. She serves as a trustee for numerous family trusts, a role that requires not only financial stewardship but also a deep sense of personal responsibility. She is a Fellow of the prestigious American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC), further cementing her status as an expert in her field. 🤝 For sophisticated estate planning advice that protects your legacy, contact Martha Nahill Frahm at Goulston & Storrs. ✨