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Options for Leaving Your Home to a Loved One
Posted May 08, 2020

Homes are often a person’s most valuable asset and it is not uncommon for people to want to leave those homes to their children or other heirs. However, leaving a home to a loved one can be a complicated endeavor. You want to make sure your family home stays in the family, even after you’re […]

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Notice and Accounting Changes to Illinois Trust Law
Contested Estates Attorney
Posted April 16, 2020

This year, Illinois lawmakers made a series of important changes to the Illinois Trust Code, which could have a significant impact on the rights of beneficiaries when it comes to notice and accounting rights, while also giving individuals the ability to customize their trusts and avoid conflicts at a later date. To learn more about […]

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Estate Planning Considerations
Estate Planning Attorney
Posted April 07, 2020

Planning an estate can be a complicated process, even for those with relatively simple estates or only a single beneficiary. Fortunately, there are a few considerations Illinois residents can consider to avoid common estate planning pitfalls. To learn more about these legal strategies, please contact an experienced estate planning lawyer who can advise you. Legal […]

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Avoid These Mistakes in Your Estate Plan
Contested Estates Lawyer
Posted March 17, 2020

Before creating an estate plan, it is important for testators to consider their goals and options, while also being careful to avoid certain mistakes that could be damaging to the estate and the testator’s beneficiaries. One of the best way to avoid mistakes and a potential will contest is to speak with an experienced contested […]

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