Samuel C. Sichko
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Samuel C. Sichko is a seasoned legal professional based in Boston, MA, with over 25 years of dedicated experience in estate planning, estate administration, probate, and tax litigation. He is renowned for his expertise in serving high-net-worth individuals and families, providing comprehensive counsel and acting as a trusted trustee. In his role as a trustee, Samuel adeptly manages both public and private investments, including partnerships with various private equity funds, hedge funds, and alternative investment entities. In addition to his trustee responsibilities, Samuel is well-versed in the formation and operation of tax-exempt organizations. He has successfully represented clients before the United States Tax Court, the Massachusetts Appellate Tax Board, and various state courts, as well as in administrative matters with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue and the Internal Revenue Service. Prior to his tenure at Bowditch & Dewey, LLP, which began in 2005, Samuel held the position of partner at Prince, Lobel, Glovsky & Tye. His distinguished career includes serving as a judge advocate in the United States Marine Corps, where he was chief trial counsel at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in Parris Island, SC, and a special assistant United States attorney in South Carolina. He also contributed as a deputy staff judge advocate for the 3rd Marine Division in Okinawa, Japan, and as an assistant professor of law at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. Recognized for his outstanding legal acumen, Samuel was named one of the top 100 estate planning attorneys for high-net-worth individuals by Worth Magazine in 2007, highlighting his exceptional skills in negotiation, discretion, and client relations. A respected thought leader in his field, he frequently lectures on tax and estate planning topics, sharing his knowledge with fellow attorneys, accountants, and other professionals in the industry.
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.