Plunkett & Plunkett - Lowell, MA
Plunkett and Plunkett is a respected Lowell, Massachusetts law firm with more than 50 years of legal tradition, providing comprehensive residential real estate, commercial property, estate planning, and probate legal services.
Over Five Decades of Trusted Legal Service in Lowell, Massachusetts
Selecting the right legal counsel is vital when completing significant real estate transactions or managing family estate affairs. Plunkett and Plunkett has been an enduring cornerstone of the Lowell legal community for more than fifty years. Founded in the 1950s by Patrick Plunkett and carried forward by experienced attorneys David J. Plunkett and Susan Rozzi Plunkett, the practice offers attentive, sophisticated legal representation to homeowners, developers, financial institutions, and business owners throughout Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire. Operating from the Kitson Business Center on Dutton Street, the firm emphasizes clear communication, thorough document preparation, and individualized service tailored to each client's legal objectives.
Residential and Commercial Real Estate Law
Real estate transactions involve substantial financial commitments and strict legal requirements. When prospective buyers, sellers, or commercial developers need a lawyer to protect their property interests, Plunkett and Plunkett delivers meticulous oversight from initial contract negotiations through title examination and final closing. Practice strengths in real estate include:
- Residential Closings and Title Services: Assisting buyers and sellers with purchase and sale agreements, title examination, escrow administration, and title insurance issuance as approved agents for CATIC and First American Title Insurance Company.
- Commercial Real Estate Transactions: Drafting commercial leases, structuring real estate financing, and managing complex commercial property acquisitions and conveyances.
- Zoning, Permitting, and Land Use: Representing developers, builders, and property owners before local municipal planning boards, zoning boards of appeal, and in Massachusetts Land Court proceedings.
- Lender and Mortgage Representation: Providing rigorous title search, mortgage documentation, and loan settlement services for regional banks and private mortgage lenders for over 25 years.
Comprehensive Estate Planning, Wills, and Probate Administration
Preserving your hard-earned wealth and ensuring orderly distribution to future generations requires seasoned estate planning guidance. The attorneys at Plunkett and Plunkett work closely with individuals and families to design legal instruments that shield assets, minimize tax exposures, and ensure personal wishes are honored. Those who wish to hire an attorney for estate administration rely on the firm for:
- Wills and Living Trusts: Drafting last wills and testaments, revocable living trusts, irrevocable trusts, and specialized testamentary trusts.
- Advance Directives: Preparing durable powers of attorney, health care proxies, and living wills to ensure decisions are made by trusted agents in the event of incapacity.
- Probate and Trust Administration: Guiding executors, administrators, and trustees through formal and informal Massachusetts probate proceedings, creditor notices, and asset distributions.
- Elder Law Matters: Helping older adults plan for long-term care needs, asset protection, and guardianships.
Business Formation, Contracts, and Civil Representation
Entrepreneurs and corporate entities frequently find a lawyer at Plunkett and Plunkett to establish new business ventures and handle everyday contractual matters. The firm counsels emerging businesses on entity selection, including limited liability companies (LLCs), general partnerships, and corporate structures, drafting foundational operating agreements and employment contracts. Furthermore, the firm provides counsel for breach of contract conflicts, landlord and tenant lease disputes, and general civil litigation.
Consult with Plunkett and Plunkett Attorneys at Law
Whether buying your first home, developing a commercial parcel, or organizing your family estate, Plunkett and Plunkett delivers the experience, local reputation, and personalized attention you deserve. Contact the firm's Lowell office today by phone or online message to arrange a consultation regarding your legal matter.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the historic The Acre neighborhood of downtown Lowell, along the active Dutton Street canal corridor.
Building Location
This is a beautifully converted multi-story brick mill building known as the Residences at the American Textile Museum, situated directly next to Utopia Park and the scenic Swamp Locks canal.
Parking Details
Visitors can find convenient public surface parking nearby at the municipal Visitor Center Parking lot, with additional metered street parking available along Dutton Street.
Public Transit
Served by Lowell Regional Transit Authority Route 1 (Christian Hill); nearest stop is at Dutton St & Broadway St.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the historic Kitson Business Center building from Dutton Street, then take the elevator or stairs to the second floor to locate Suite 211.