A fierce advocate for people in the legal system due to mental health, addiction or guardianship issues, in 2017, Audra Simovitch became a founding partner in Astor Simovitch Law. She brings extensive experience in guardianship, probate, Marchman and Baker Act cases. Audra was educated at both Nova Southeastern Shepard Broad Law School for her Juris Doctorate and Boston University Law School for her master’s in law (LL.M.) degree in Taxation. She began her legal career in Boston, Massachusetts with the firm of Rosencrantz and Daily, where her primary areas of practice were high net worth client Estate Planning and Probate. She later worked at a prestigious Real Estate Firm in Charlestown, Massachusetts, McCullough Steivater and Polvere. She has been practicing in both Massachusetts and Florida for the past 30 years specializing in the areas of Estate Planning, Probate, Guardianship, and Real Estate Law.
Though seeking guardianship appointment in respect of a loved one can be a difficult step to take, you will find that it is the best thing you can do to protect their well-being, safety and dignity over the long term.
Families facing repeated relapse, impaired judgment, and ongoing crisis often need more than informal support to protect a loved one and create a path toward stability.
When substance use is part of the family dynamic, thoughtful and customized planning is not simply advisable, it is essential for preserving both stability and generational wealth.