Susan A Atlas
Susan A. Atlas, Esq., LL.M • Chelmsford, MA
GuardianshipEstate PlanningPersonal InjuryProbate
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Contact
Email
Phone
(978) 513-8103
Address
121 Brick Kiln Road, Chelmsford, MA, 01824, US
Professional
About
Susan A. Atlas is a seasoned attorney based in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, with more than 33 years of experience helping individuals and families plan for the future and navigate some of life’s most sensitive legal matters. Through her practice, Susan A. Atlas, Esq., LL.M., she focuses on estate planning, probate, and guardianship, providing thoughtful legal guidance tailored to each client’s needs. Her extensive background allows her to approach each matter with clarity, precision, and a practical understanding of how to protect her clients’ interests and bring peace of mind to their families. In her estate planning practice, Susan assists clients with a range of important planning concerns, helping them prepare for the management and transfer of assets while addressing personal goals and family priorities. She also guides clients through probate administration, offering steady support during what can be an emotional and overwhelming process. In guardianship matters, Susan works to help families address the legal needs of vulnerable loved ones with care and attention. Susan is known for her professional, client-centered approach and her commitment to making complex legal issues more manageable. She understands that every family’s circumstances are unique, and she works diligently to provide clear communication, practical solutions, and compassionate representation. Clients seeking experienced counsel in estate planning, probate, or guardianship matters can rely on Susan A. Atlas for knowledgeable guidance and dedicated support.
About Guardianship Law
Guardianship attorneys help families establish legal guardianship for minors or incapacitated adults who cannot care for themselves. Common matters include minor guardianship, adult guardianship, conservatorship, emergency guardianship.
Credentials
Education
1995 Boston University Law School LL.M - Master of Laws 1992 Suffolk University Law School JD - Juris Doctor 1989 Boston University BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2008 Nominated outstanding faculty member, Student Government Association-Suffolk University 2003 Certificate of Honor and Distinction, 17th Leadership Greater Manchester 2001 AV rating, Martindale-Hubbell 1992 Magna Cum Laude, Magna Cum Laude 1992 member, Moot Court Board
Associations
2008 - Present Nashua Community College Paralegal Advisory Committee Member 2000 - Present New Hampshire Bar Association Member 2000 - Present New Hampshire Women's Bar Association Member 2000 - Present Hew Hampshire Estate Planning Council Member 1992 - Present Massachusetts Bar Association Member
Speaking
2012 Suffolk University Law School-Advanced Legal Studies Trials and Tribulations of Estate Administration under the MUPC 2012 American Bar Association, Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Section The Use of Paralegals in Estate Planning and Estate Administration 2011 Massachusetts Probate & Family Court Spring Conference MA Uniform Probate Code 2011 Comprehensive Estate Planning: Techniques & Tweaks under the MUPC The New Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code 2010 Jumpstarting Your Practice: From Backpack to Briefcase How to Draft a Simple Will
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Updated: Jul 13, 2026