Carol Cioe Klyman, Elder Law Attorney in Springfield, Massachusetts
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Elder Law, Estate Planning, and POA
PartneratShatz, Schwartz and Fentin, P.C.
Springfield, MA
Practicing elder law in Springfield since 1996.
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Carol Cioe Klyman is a partner based in Springfield, MA. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Estate Planning, and POA. Carol has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shatz, Schwartz and Fentin, P.C..
- Based in
- Springfield, MA
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- Elder Law · Estate Planning · POA
- Handles Elder Law, Estate Planning, and POA matters from Springfield, MA.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Carol Cioe Klyman: Carol Cioe Klyman is a partner based in Springfield, MA. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Estate Planning, and POA. Carol has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shatz, Schwartz and Fentin, P.C..
Areas of practice
Legal matters Carol takes on
Carol concentrates on elder law, estate planning, poa, probate, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Carol handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Elder Law
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Estate Planning
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POA
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Elder Law cases in Springfield, Massachusetts
Carol takes elder law matters in Springfield, 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 Carol agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Springfield, Massachusetts
Carol takes estate planning matters in Springfield, 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 Carol agrees to represent you.
POA cases in Springfield, Massachusetts
Carol takes poa matters in Springfield, 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 Carol agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Springfield, Massachusetts
Carol takes probate matters in Springfield, 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 Carol agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Springfield, Massachusetts
Carol takes trusts matters in Springfield, 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 Carol agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Carol Cioe Klyman — elder law lawyer in Springfield
Carol Cioe Klyman is a partner based in Springfield, MA. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Estate Planning, and POA. Carol has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shatz, Schwartz and Fentin, P.C..
Carol Cioe Klyman is a lawyer practicing estate planning, elder law, estate administration and 3 other areas of law. Carol received a B.A. degree from University of Rhode Island in 1975, and has been licensed for 30 years. Carol practices at Shatz, Schwartz and Fentin, P.C. in Springfield, MA.
Carol's approach to elder law cases
Carol Cioe Klyman is a lawyer practicing estate planning, elder law, estate administration and 3 other areas of law. Carol received a B.A. degree from University of Rhode Island in 1975, and has been licensed for 30 years. Carol practices at Shatz, Schwartz and Fentin, P.C. in Springfield, MA.
Clients Carol works with
Carol reviews new inquiries case-by-case for elder law, estate planning, and poa matters in Springfield and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Western New England College
J.D. · 1996
University of Rhode Island
B.A. · 1975
Jurisdictions
Carol's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2005 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
1996 · ACTIVE
Carol studied at J.D. in Western New England College and B.A. in University of Rhode Island.
Law school and academic background
Carol completed J.D. in Western New England College and B.A. in University of Rhode Island. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Carol runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Carol's professional memberships and bar associations
American College of Trust and Estates Counsel, 2010—
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President: Estate Planning Council of Hampden County, 2009-2010
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(ex officio board member, past president, 2010—
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vice president, 2008-2009
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secretary, 2007-2008, director: 2003-2007
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member: 1996—)
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Co-Chair: Mass. Continuing Legal Education, Elder and Disability Law Conference, Boston, 2009— Adjunct Faculty: Western New England College School of Law, LLM Program, 2006. Member, Western New England Law Review, 1994
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Recipient: American Jurisprudence Awards in First Amendment Rights and Conflict of Laws, 1996. Contributing Author: "Estate Planning for the Aging or Incapacitated Client in Massachusetts," MCLE, 1996—. Author: "A Practical Guide to the Judicial Review Pr
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Author: "The Reluctant Litigator's Guide to Judicial Review of MassHealth Decisions," Institute for Advanced Legal Studies, Suffolk University Law School, Boston, MA, 2008
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Contributor: "The CPA's Guide to Long Term Care Planning," AICPA, 2008 (Contributor)
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Author: "Collecting and Managing Assets of A Decedent's Estate," National Business Institute, 2008
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Author: "Medicaid and Real Estate Preservation Strategies," Elder Law Institute XI, Suffolk University Center for Advanced Legal Studies, 2005
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Author: "Valuing Future Interests in Medicaid Land and the Real World," Suffolk University Center for Advanced Legal Studies, 2005
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Author: "Demystifying the Value of Life Estates and Remainder Interests," Suffolk University, Elder Law Institute XI, 2005
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Speaker: "The Perils of Joint Property Ownership for Unmarried Partners," November 2005
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Speaker: "Community-based MassHealth Programs for Individuals Over-65: "Myth versus Reality," Massachusetts Bar Association, November 2003
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Author: "Taxing Issues Involving Life Estates," Massachusetts NAELA newsletter, September, 2002
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Author: "Elder Law Comes of Age," Boston College Law Alumni Magazine, July 2002
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Speaker: "Living With and Paying for a Long Term Illness," Huntington's Disease Support Group, May 2002
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Speaker: "SSI Termination for Legal Immigrants - Income Tax Issues," Massachusetts Law Reform Institute, February 1997. Board member: Friends of the Westhampton Library, 2004—. Member: Westhampton Arts Council, 1989-1992. Member: Hampshire County, Hampden
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National Association of Elder Law Attorneys (Director, Massachusetts Chapter, 2001-2006
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Vice President, 2003-2004
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Litigation Committee, Co-Chair, 2008—
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NAELA Journal editorial board, book editor, 2010—)
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Locations
Carol Cioe Klyman's office in Springfield
Carol's primary office is at TD Bank Center Building, 1441 Main Street, Suite 1100, Springfield, MA, 01103-1406. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Shatz, Schwartz and Fentin, P.C.
TD Bank Center Building, 1441 Main Street, Suite 1100
Springfield, MA 01103-1406
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How to hire Carol Cioe Klyman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new elder law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Carol usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Carol charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carol'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; Carol will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a elder law attorney in Springfield, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many elder law 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 Carol
Carol discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in elder law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every elder law 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. Carol confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Carol's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many elder law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Carol Cioe Klyman
How much does it cost to hire Carol for a elder law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Carol walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Carol offer a free consultation?
Carol charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carol's office. Some elder law attorneys offer free consults — check Carol's current terms during booking.
How long do elder law cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple elder law 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. Carol gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Carol take my case if I'm outside Springfield?
Carol 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 — Carol 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 Carol?
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. Carol will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Carol accepting new elder law clients right now?
Carol'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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