Losing a loved one can be hurtful, stressful, or even frightening. If you are nominated as the executor of that person’s estate, you may be wondering how to proceed with your legal obligations while working to manage your own feelings and needs. Having a basic…
The prospect of starting your own business can be an exhilarating time full of possibilities, but it is important to remember that a number of new legal concerns could be awaiting you, too. For this reason, you should speak to an experienced Illinois business lawyer…
When a person does not have a last will and testament (or will) explicitly stating what should happen with their property and assets, it can create confusion about how to handle the estate if the person dies. When you find yourself in such a situation…
If your loved one is struggling to remain independent and handle their affairs, you may begin to wonder if an adult guardianship is a good option for protecting their interests. Adult guardianship involves a judge giving someone the responsibility to make decisions regarding another person’s…
Many people hold beliefs about estate planning that are problematic or simply untrue. You may have heard some of the most common myths, like that estate plans are only for people who are wealthy or that estate plans only matter when a person dies. However,…
As an attorney who has been involved in estate, business and tax planning my whole career, I have reviewed the Democrat’s proposed tax plan, and it’s an eye opener. We all expected that the “rich” would be targeted with this plan. Who is and isn’t…
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