When a loved one passes away, their will serves as a legal document outlining how their assets should be distributed. However, disputes can arise if someone believes the will is invalid or unfair. A contested will occurs when an interested party challenges the will’s validity in court, potentially delaying inheritance distributions and complicating the probate […]
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Estate planning is not just about distributing assets to family members—it also offers an opportunity to support charities and causes that reflect your values. Whether you want to leave a legacy through a local nonprofit, establish a scholarship fund, or contribute to a national organization, Illinois law provides several estate planning tools to ensure your […]
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A valid last will and testament ensures that an individual’s final wishes are respected. However, when questions arise about a person’s mental capacity at the time of creating or modifying a will, disputes can follow. Under Illinois law, a will can be contested if there is evidence that the testator lacked the mental capacity to […]
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When handling an estate or trust, the individuals appointed as executors and trustees play critical roles in ensuring the wishes of the deceased are honored, and the beneficiaries receive their rightful assets. In Illinois, both executors and trustees are held to a fiduciary standard. This means they must act with loyalty, care, and transparency while […]
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