If you are unhappy with a beneficiary designation in an Illinois will, you can contest it, but you must have standing, which means you have something to gain when the case is decided. Learn how to contest a beneficiary designation below, then talk to our Illinois estate planning attorneys for assistance. How To Contest A […]
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Most people are familiar with the estate tax at that federal level, but did you know Illinois has its own estate tax? Illinois is one of the few states to have this tax, and you should retain Lake County estate planning attorneys to understand the implications of the inheritance tax. In addition, our attorneys at […]
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When someone drafts a will and many beneficiaries could benefit, there is a chance someone will be disappointed. This can happen because the estate has insufficient assets for everyone to receive what they want. There also may be conflicts when the person passes away when someone is omitted as an heir or beneficiary. Learn more […]
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Trusts can be a valuable estate planning tool, but sometimes a trust is contested. For example, this could happen if a decedent unexpectedly leaves their estate to a new spouse or partner instead of the children. In this article, learn more about contesting a trust and contested estates, and talk to our Lincolnshire estate planning […]
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