Anton's acumen extends to cases involving significant financial complexities. His intuitive approach in handling high-net-worth divorce and probate litigation is marked by a deep understanding of the unique challenges and sensitivities involved. He has a keen ability for uncovering hidden assets, frequently discovering significant resources missed by others. This skill, coupled with his commitment to equitable representation, has earned him the trust and respect of clients across the financial spectrum.
Anton is recognized by Super Lawyers as ranking in the top five percent of attorneys in his practice areas. He is a respected speaker and thought leader in his field, often sharing his insights on family and probate litigation matters. He has been featured on the radio program "Money Matters" and in the Boston Business Journal, and has provided guidance to the United States Attorney's Office for the District of Massachusetts with regard to litigated probate matters in Massachusetts state courts.
A cum laude graduate of both Boston University and Suffolk University Law School, Anton is an active member of the Massachusetts Bar Association. He is admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, District of Columbia, the United States District Court for Massachusetts, and the United States First Circuit Court of Appeals. He has also practiced under the pro hac vice designation for other jurisdictions.
Anton's approach to law is assertive advocacy, coupled with a client-centered, empathetic approach. He is known for his integrity and transparency, fostering open communication and collaboration with clients. In a significant number of cases, Anton has stepped in as successor counsel, providing clarity and direction where previous attorneys failed to do so. He is often referred to as 'the closer' for his ability to effectively resolve challenging legal situations.
Anton has been appointed by Justices of the Massachusetts Probate and Family Court to various roles including trustee, estate personal representative, guardian, conservator, guardian ad litem, parent coordinator, discovery master, and special master. These appointments – managing health care and financial matters – demonstrate the court's trust in his legal expertise.
Before founding his practice in 2001, Anton developed his legal expertise at Burns & Levinson LLP and Day Pitney LLP, (formerly known as Day, Berry & Howard LLP) in Boston. Serving clients across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, his primary representation is in Middlesex, Norfolk, Suffolk, Plymouth and Essex counties.