The death of a beloved relative is one of the most difficult ordeals a person can go through, losing access to a bank account shouldn’t be added to the problems. While it is true nothing can prepare a person for such a loss, taking certain steps ahead of time can help ease some of the […]

Illinois law provides a six-month period after a will has been admitted to probate, in which a person can contest the document’s validity. In most cases, those who miss this deadline will be strictly barred from contesting the terms of the decedent’s will. There are, however, a few exceptions to this rule, so if you […]

Estate planning allows testators to help provide for the future needs of their family members, while also reinforcing the legacy they are leaving behind. When it comes to the latter, charitable giving is a way testators can highlight their values and passions even after they are gone. However, there are several ways to include charitable […]

Testators create estate plans for several reasons, but one of the most common is to ensure property owners can decide what happens to their assets after they die. However, this goal can be thwarted by beneficiaries and heirs who may claim a will does not actually represent a person’s true feelings. Fortunately, there are a […]