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Contesting a Will in Illinois
Estate Planning Attorney
Posted July 23, 2020

Losing a loved one can be difficult to accept, even under the best of circumstances. Concern that a relative’s estate is not valid, or a representation of that individual’s true feelings can make an already emotional period even more troubling. Fortunately, a decedent’s heirs need not accept the terms of a fraudulent or coerced will […]

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Helping Loved Ones with Cognitive Decline Plan Their Estates
Estate Planning Attorney
Posted July 09, 2020

Although most of us tend to associate growing older with a loss of memory, some individuals, including those who are suffering from cognitive decline, may experience more pronounced symptoms, which occur at an accelerated rate. The onset of this type of memory loss can be difficult for families to grapple with, especially when the affected […]

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The Importance of Planning for Your End-of-Life Medical Care
Estate Planning Attorney
Posted June 25, 2020

A thorough and properly executed will should not only outline who will get what once a testator dies but should also include information about end-of-life medical decisions. Those who make these plans ahead of time can clearly specify to loved ones what they wish to happen in the event of incapacitation. There are two ways […]

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Choosing the Right Trust for Your Estate Plan
Trusts
Posted June 10, 2020

Establishing a trust is one of the most effective methods of managing one’s assets, while also shielding property from creditors and excessive taxation. However, there are a number of different types of trusts, each of which comes with its own benefits and drawbacks, so if you are planning your estate and have questions about whether […]

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