Jennifer A. Deland, Counselor at Law

Jennifer A. Deland has been helping Massachusetts property owners challenge unfair tax assessments for over 15 years. Her law practice focuses on residential and commercial property tax appeals, combining legal expertise with thorough market analysis to achieve meaningful tax reductions. Based in Holliston, she understands the local assessment practices across MetroWest communities. Jennifer takes a methodical approach to each case, reviewing assessment data, comparing similar properties, and presenting compelling evidence to assessors and appellate boards. Her clients typically see 10-25% reductions in their property valuations.

Property tax appeal services include formal appeals to local boards of assessors, Appellate Tax Board representation, and informal assessment reviews. Jennifer handles residential abatements for single-family homes, condominiums, and multi-family properties, as well as commercial appeals for office buildings, retail spaces, and industrial properties. Assessment analysis services involve comprehensive property evaluations, comparable sales research, and market condition studies. She provides valuation consulting for both current appeals and future planning purposes. Additional services include tax exemption applications for seniors, veterans, and disabled property owners, plus guidance on temporary hardship deferrals and payment plans with local tax collectors.

The process begins with a free property assessment review where Jennifer evaluates your tax bills, recent sales data, and property conditions. If an appeal shows promise, she'll prepare the necessary documentation and file appeals with appropriate boards. For formal appeals, Jennifer gathers comparable sales, photographs property conditions, and prepares detailed valuation reports. She represents clients at hearings, presenting evidence and negotiating with assessors. Most cases resolve within 6-12 months, with successful appeals resulting in refunds for overpaid taxes.

Jennifer serves MetroWest Massachusetts communities including Holliston, Hopkinton, Ashland, Framingham, Natick, and Milford. She also handles cases in surrounding Worcester County towns and selected Boston suburbs. Her practice covers both residential and commercial properties throughout the Route 495 corridor region.