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Incapacity Planning in Illinois

By |2025-07-30T11:43:57-05:00August 1st, 2025|Blog, Estate Planning, Estate Planning|

As much as we like to think we'll always be in control, life has a way of throwing unexpected curveballs. What if an illness, accident, or the natural progression of aging leaves you unable to make your own financial or healthcare decisions? Without proper planning, this can lead to significant stress, financial burdens, and [...]

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Thinking About Divorce? Don’t Forget Your Will

By |2025-07-25T10:26:23-05:00July 25th, 2025|Blog, Estate Planning, Estate Planning|

If you’re considering divorce, your estate plan probably isn’t the first thing on your mind—but it should be. In Illinois, having a will in place before you begin the divorce process can make a major difference in how your assets are handled, who makes decisions for you, and what happens if something unexpected occurs [...]

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What Happens to My House If I Die Without a Will in Illinois?

By |2025-07-18T11:14:14-05:00July 18th, 2025|Blog, Estate Planning, Estate Planning|

If you own a home in Illinois and pass away without a will, you may unintentionally leave your loved ones with legal confusion, delays, and unexpected outcomes. Many people assume their house will automatically go to their spouse or children, but that’s not always how it works. In this post, we’ll walk you through [...]

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How to Protect Your Assets with a Revocable Living Trust

By |2025-07-10T10:13:48-05:00July 11th, 2025|Blog, Estate Planning, Estate Planning|

When it comes to estate planning, many people think a will is all they need. But if you want to truly protect your assets, avoid probate, and make things easier for your loved ones, a revocable living trust might be the better option. In this post, we’ll walk through what a revocable living trust [...]

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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|

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 [...]

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Real Stories from a Probate Attorney in Libertyville, Illinois

By |2025-06-20T12:22:38-05:00June 20th, 2025|Blog, Estate Planning, Estate Planning|

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 [...]

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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|

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 [...]

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Estate Planning for Illinois Doctors

By |2025-06-06T10:11:27-05:00June 6th, 2025|Blog, Business Structure, Estate Planning, Estate Planning, Small Business|

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 [...]

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Libertyville Estate Planning for Professionals

By |2025-05-30T09:47:23-05:00May 30th, 2025|Blog, Estate Planning, Estate Planning|

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 [...]

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🎓 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|

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 [...]

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The Lexern Law Group, Ltd. is an Illinois and Wisconsin business and estate planning law firm, located in Libertyville, Lake County, Illinois. We primarily serve clients that are located in North-Western Illinois and Southeastern Wisconsin, including Libertyville, Lake Forest, Vernon Hills, Buffalo Grove, Glenview, Wheeling, Palatine, Northbrook, Lincolnshire, Grayslake, Arlington Heights, Kildeer, Schaumburg, Gurnee, Deerfield, Deer Park, and Barrington areas. In Wisconsin, we serve clients in Milwaukee, Racine, Kenosha, and Mequon counties. We represent business owners and licensed professionals, such as doctors, dentists, veterinarians, and their families in business, business succession, and estate planning matters.

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