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How Claiming A Lottery Win Without A Lawyer Can Cost You
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Posted December 05, 2023

Did you win the Powerball or Mega Millions lottery? Will you buy a home, travel the globe, or buy a fleet of cars? You now have the financial freedom to do whatever you like! However, many lottery winners do not take the time to do estate planning after their financial windfall, which costs them. So, […]

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How Contested Wills Destroy Families
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Posted November 06, 2023

The vast majority of wills go through probate without significant problems. But sometimes, there is an issue with how assets are distributed or other will provisions. If this happens, there is a contested will, which can devastate the family. Thus, it is best to conduct comprehensive estate planning that minimizes the possibility of a contested […]

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What You Should Know About The Illinois Inheritance Tax
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Posted October 31, 2023

Many people know about the federal inheritance tax, but many are not aware that Illinois also has one. You should speak to an Illinois estate planning attorney promptly to understand how the Illinois inheritance tax may affect your estate. Learn about the details of this tax in this article, then call our estate planning attorneys […]

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What Can Be Contested In A Will In Illinois?
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Posted October 09, 2023

It is impossible to please everyone in life and sometimes in death. When a loved one passes away who had a will, it is common for some beneficiaries to be disappointed about its provisions. Maybe someone thought they would get more from the estate or was left out of the will. While these feelings are […]

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