Sem Aykanian, Estate Planning Attorney in Marlborough, Massachusetts
Over 43 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning, Personal Injury, and Probate
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Marlborough, MA
Practicing estate planning in Marlborough since 1983.
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Sem Aykanian is a member based in Marlborough, MA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Personal Injury, and Probate. Sem has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sem Aykanian.
- Based in
- Marlborough, MA
- Experience
- over 43 years
- Known for
- Estate Planning · Personal Injury · Probate
- Handles Estate Planning, Personal Injury, and Probate matters from Marlborough, MA.
- Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sem Aykanian: Sem Aykanian is a member based in Marlborough, MA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Personal Injury, and Probate. Sem has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sem Aykanian.
Areas of practice
Sem's practice areas in Marlborough
Sem concentrates on estate planning, personal injury, probate, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sem handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Estate Planning
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Personal Injury
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Probate
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Real Estate
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Estate Planning cases in Marlborough, Massachusetts
Sem takes estate planning matters in Marlborough, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sem agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Marlborough, Massachusetts
Sem takes personal injury matters in Marlborough, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sem agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Marlborough, Massachusetts
Sem takes probate matters in Marlborough, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sem agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Marlborough, Massachusetts
Sem takes real estate matters in Marlborough, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sem agrees to represent you.
Biography
Sem Aykanian, estate planning attorney serving Marlborough
Sem Aykanian is a member based in Marlborough, MA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Personal Injury, and Probate. Sem has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sem Aykanian. Sem works from Marlborough, Massachusetts and takes on estate planning matters across the region.
Sem Aykanian is a lawyer practicing real estate law, estate law, probate law and 2 other areas of law. Sem received a B.A. degree from Bates College in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years. Sem practices at Sem Aykanian in Marlborough, MA.
Working with Sem on a estate planning matter
Sem Aykanian is a lawyer practicing real estate law, estate law, probate law and 2 other areas of law. Sem received a B.A. degree from Bates College in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years. Sem practices at Sem Aykanian in Marlborough, MA.
Clients Sem works with
Sem reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning, personal injury, and probate matters in Marlborough and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Sem studied and practices
Western New England College
J.D. · 1983
Bates College
B.A. · 1980
Jurisdictions
Sem's state bar admissions
Massachusetts
1983 · ACTIVE
Sem studied at J.D. in Western New England College and B.A. in Bates College.
Law school and academic background
Sem completed J.D. in Western New England College and B.A. in Bates College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sem runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Sem's professional memberships and bar associations
Massachusetts Bar Association
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Locations
Sem Aykanian's office in Marlborough
Sem's primary office is at 74 Main St., Marlborough, MA, 01752. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Sem Aykanian — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sem usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sem charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sem's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Sem will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in Marlborough, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many estate planning matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Sem
Sem discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every estate planning matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Sem confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sem's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many estate planning practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sem Aykanian
How much does it cost to hire Sem for a estate planning case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sem walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sem offer a free consultation?
Sem charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sem's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Sem's current terms during booking.
How long do estate planning cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple estate planning matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Sem gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sem take my case if I'm outside Marlborough?
Sem is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Sem will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Sem?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Sem will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sem accepting new estate planning clients right now?
Sem's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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