Fri June 27, 2025

Caring for Aging Parents: Planning Tips for Today’s Families

By |2025-06-27T10:37:41-05:00June 27th, 2025|Blog, Estate Planning, Estate Planning|Comments Off on Caring for Aging Parents: Planning Tips for Today’s Families

Caring for Aging Parents: How to Protect Your Family and Your Future As parents age, their needs change—and those changes often fall on the shoulders of their adult children. From managing healthcare and finances to making tough legal decisions, caring for aging parents can feel overwhelming. If you're part of the "sandwich generation," juggling [...]

Fri June 20, 2025

Real Stories from a Probate Attorney in Libertyville, Illinois

By |2025-06-20T12:22:38-05:00June 20th, 2025|Blog, Estate Planning, Estate Planning|Comments Off on Real Stories from a Probate Attorney in Libertyville, Illinois

Losing a loved one is hard enough—facing a probate mess afterward can make it even harder. That’s exactly what happened to the Meyers family right here in Libertyville, Illinois. After their father passed away, the family believed he had a will—but no one could find it. What followed was months of confusion, stress, and [...]

Fri June 13, 2025

Honoring Juneteenth: A Call to Secure Your Legacy in Libertyville, Illinois

By |2025-06-05T10:34:33-05:00June 13th, 2025|Blog, Estate Planning, Estate Planning|Comments Off on Honoring Juneteenth: A Call to Secure Your Legacy in Libertyville, Illinois

This June 19th, as we observe Juneteenth National Independence Day, we reflect on a pivotal moment in American history – the day when the last enslaved people in Texas learned of their freedom, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth is a powerful reminder of the enduring struggle for freedom, equality, and [...]

Fri June 6, 2025

Estate Planning for Illinois Doctors

By |2025-06-06T10:11:27-05:00June 6th, 2025|Blog, Business Structure, Estate Planning, Estate Planning, Small Business|Comments Off on Estate Planning for Illinois Doctors

As a medical professional in Illinois, you've dedicated your life to healing and helping others. Your practice is more than just a job; it's a significant asset, a testament to years of hard work, and often, a crucial part of your family's financial security. But have you considered what would happen to your practice [...]

Fri May 30, 2025

Libertyville Estate Planning for Professionals

By |2025-05-30T09:47:23-05:00May 30th, 2025|Blog, Estate Planning, Estate Planning|Comments Off on Libertyville Estate Planning for Professionals

Libertyville estate planning for professionals doesn't need to be complicated. Let’s be real: If you’re a licensed professional or business owner, you didn’t get here by accident. You’ve built a career, a reputation, maybe even an empire—and you didn’t do it by winging it. But here’s the million-dollar question: Do you have a plan [...]

Wed May 28, 2025

🎓 Before They Go—Protect them with the Family Power Package

By |2025-05-28T10:42:16-05:00May 28th, 2025|Blog, Estate Planning, Estate Planning|Comments Off on 🎓 Before They Go—Protect them with the Family Power Package

Give Them the Freedom to Launch—With the Legal Protection They Still Need When your child turns 18, you’re still their parent—but legally, things change. Whether they're headed off to college, traveling, or starting their first job, once they become a legal adult, you can no longer make medical or financial decisions on their behalf—even [...]

Fri May 23, 2025

Your Summer Estate Planning Checklist

By |2025-05-23T10:50:56-05:00May 23rd, 2025|Blog, Estate Planning, Estate Planning|Comments Off on Your Summer Estate Planning Checklist

Summer Is for Sunshine—And a Smart Estate Plan I’ll be honest—there’s nothing like the first real taste of summer. Windows down, music up, sunscreen everywhere, and just enough optimism to believe I can finally take a proper vacation. Every year, I try to unplug. And every year, somewhere between packing the cooler and loading [...]

Fri May 16, 2025

Liam Payne’s Estate: A Cautionary Tale on the Importance of Estate Planning

By |2025-05-16T10:41:41-05:00May 16th, 2025|Blog, Estate Planning, Estate Planning|Comments Off on Liam Payne’s Estate: A Cautionary Tale on the Importance of Estate Planning

Liam Payne's estate has been in the news. The recent passing of former One Direction member Liam Payne at the age of 31 has brought to light the critical importance of comprehensive estate planning. Despite his substantial net worth, Payne died intestate—without a will—resulting in legal complexities and emotional challenges for his loved ones. [...]

Fri May 9, 2025

Estate Planning for Mother’s Day- How to Honor Mom

By |2025-05-09T10:42:31-05:00May 9th, 2025|Blog, Estate Planning, Estate Planning|Comments Off on Estate Planning for Mother’s Day- How to Honor Mom

Estate planning for Mother's Day may not be the first gift you think of, but can be the most meaningful. Every year, as Mother’s Day rolls around, I think about the things my mom taught me—not just about kindness and cooking, but about being prepared. My mother wasn’t a lawyer, but she lived like [...]

Fri May 2, 2025

What You Need to Know About the Probate Process in Illinois

By |2025-05-02T10:29:41-05:00May 2nd, 2025|Blog, Estate Planning, Estate Planning|Comments Off on What You Need to Know About the Probate Process in Illinois

If you’ve lost a loved one or are planning for the future, understanding the probate process in Illinois is essential. Whether you live in Lake County or anywhere in the state, probate can be a complicated legal process that adds stress during an already difficult time. In this post, we’ll walk through the [...]

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