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Janice C. Nigro

Nigro, Pettepit & Lucas, LLP • Wakefield, MA
Estate PlanningPersonal InjuryProbateWills & Trusts

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Contact

Email
Phone
(781) 810-4933
Address
649 Main St., Wakefield, MA, 01880, US

Professional

About

Attorney Janice C. Nigro, based in Wakefield, MA, is a highly respected legal professional with over 34 years of experience in civil law, specializing in Estate Planning, Probate, Wills & Trusts, and Personal Injury. As a partner at Nigro, Pettepit & Lucas, LLP, she has built a comprehensive practice that guides clients through every stage of the estate process, from drafting wills and trusts to navigating complex estate administration following the loss of a loved one. Renowned for her deep legal expertise and commitment to client service, Janice is a prominent figure in the legal community. Her notable achievements include being recognized as a 2012 Top Women of Law honoree by Massachusetts Lawyer’s Weekly, highlighting her professional strides and contributions to both private practice and social advocacy. In her role as the past Chair of the Massachusetts Bar Association’s Probate Council, she played a pivotal part in the development and implementation of the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code, shaping how estates are planned and administered in the state. Janice’s dedication to education is evident through her numerous seminars and workshops, where she has shared her knowledge on probate law and related topics. Her efforts to mentor fellow attorneys and her commitment to legal education have earned her high regard among peers and court staff alike. With her extensive experience and a passion for helping clients navigate the complexities of estate planning and probate, Attorney Janice C. Nigro continues to make a significant impact in the field of law.

About Estate Planning Law

Estate planning attorneys help individuals plan for the distribution of their assets and care during incapacity. They create wills, trusts, and other documents to protect families and minimize taxes. Common matters include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives.

Credentials

Education
N/A Northeastern University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor N/A University of Massachusetts, Boston Magna cum laude
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2016 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2015 Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers 2014 Boston Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers 2014 Top Women Attorneys in Massachusetts, Boston Magazine 2014 Top Women Attorneys in Massachusetts, Boston Magazine
Publications
2010 Massachusetts Bar Association Publication An Overview of Petitions to Partition and an analysis of Legal Issues Regarding this Action
Associations
2012 - Present Massachusetts Bar Association Education Committee 2008 - Present Massachusetts Bar Association Council Member 2007 - Present Newburyport Bar Association 2005 - Present Massachusetts Bar Association Elder Law Education Program 1995 - Present National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys Member
Speaking
2014 National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Massachusetts chapter) Estate Accounting and distributions 2014 MBA 2nd Annual Probate Law Conference Co-Chair 2014 MBA -Springfield Estate Planning Basics 2013 First Annual Probate Law Conference Co-Chair 2013 First Annual Probate Law Conference Parition Actions
Updated: Apr 01, 2026