Honoring Juneteenth with Illinois estate planning. Learn how to secure your legacy so you aren't vulnerable to unforeseen challenges.

Every family has different dynamics and different circumstances when it comes to planning for the future. Regardless of your wealth or your family situation, one task you’ll be faced with while ...

We simplify the estate planning process with custom wills, trusts, and healthcare directives—so your loved ones aren’t left with uncertainty or costly court battles. We help you protect your children ...

Community property is a legal framework that exists in a select number of states, including Wisconsin, California, Texas, and Arizona, among others. The core principle behind community property is ...

A trust-based estate plan is a great way to protect your assets. There are two types of trusts that provide different protections. A revocable living trust is set up to transfer your assets to the ...

When a loved one passes away, settling their estate is often a necessary yet overwhelming task. While it’s natural to want a quick resolution during such an emotional time, the process of settling an ...

The Gucci family had owned and operated the company since its founding in 1921 by Guccio Gucci. In the late 1980s and early 1990s, the brand was in trouble. The company had been struggling with ...

The obvious reasons to update your estate plan are typically the big life events- getting married or divorced, having kids or grandkids, or just changing your wishes. But there are a few reasons that ...

Minimizing Estate Taxes: A well-structured estate plan can significantly reduce the amount of estate taxes your heirs will owe. By strategically transferring assets during your lifetime or through ...

Many Americans don’t have a will, with procrastination and the belief of insufficient assets being the primary reasons. Everyone over the age of 18 needs some estate planning documents to spare their ...

We recommend updating your estate plan every three years and reviewing what you have in place once a year. This is easier said than done as it isn’t something that’s always on the top of your mind. At ...

Tax efficient gifting is the way to go this holiday season! As the holiday season approaches, many of us think about giving back, especially through gifts from our estate. While it’s a season of ...