Daniel M. Surprenant - New Bedford, MA
Attorney at Surprenant & Beneski P.C.
Estate Planning Lawyers in New Bedford, MA
35 Arnold Street New Bedford, MA 02740
- Free Consultation
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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30
Years
Experience
New Bedford Estate Planning Lawyer
Updated: 02/16/2026
Areas of Practice
- Estate Planning
- Elder Law
Attorney Information
Overview
Daniel M. Surprenant is recognized both nationally and in Massachusetts as an expert in estate planning, with a focus on protecting assets from long-term care costs, estate taxes, and for special needs beneficiaries. He has earned the distinction of Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) from the National Elder Law Foundation and has served as President of the Massachusetts Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Mass NAELA). Since 2014, Boston Magazine has named him to their list of “Super Lawyers” for estate planning.
Daniel’s commitment to service began during his formative years, volunteering with the Holy Cross Associates, where he worked in a locked unit for adolescents with psychological and alcohol issues. He also volunteered at Andre House of Oakland, CA, a small homeless shelter and outreach center. He strives to instill a culture of integrity, quality, respect, and service within his law firm. Outside of work, Daniel cherishes spending time with his wife, Kate, and their three children, particularly when sailing around Buzzard’s Bay.
Team Member Since 2006
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Named to Thompson Reuters / Boston Magazine’s Super Lawyer® list: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
- Recognized as Best of the Best in the category of Elder Law by Southcoast Media Group, 2018
- Firm recognized with Hope Award from Southcoast Healthcare VNA, 2018
Other Sources of Feedback About Daniel M. Surprenant
Included on the 2026 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list
- 2021 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list
- 2020 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list
- 2019 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list
- 2018 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list
- 2017 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list
- 2016 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list
- 2015 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list
- 2014 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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Suffolk University Law School,
Boston,
Massachusetts
Juris Doctorate
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Suffolk University Law School,
Boston,
Massachusetts
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Non Legal Education
- University of Massachusetts at Amherst
Current Employment Position(s)
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Managing Partner
Other Affiliations
- Member National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Wealth Counsel, Estate Planning Council of Massachusetts Forum of Estate Planning Attorneys, Special Needs Alliance (Past president of the Massachusetts chapter of NAELA 2015))
- Past Director and Treasurer of the Massachusetts Forum of Estate Planning Attorneys
- Past President of the Bristol County Bar Association
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Contact
35 Arnold Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
Phone: 508-484-8015
Email: Send a message
Website: https://myfamilyestateplanning.com/
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