$ 395-495 per hour
Randall H. Borkus
About Randall
Biography
We help families protect what is most important to them—their loved ones.
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Our practice has a special focus on advanced estate succession planning, estate planning, business exit planning, income tax planning and asset protection. Our work revolves around a lifelong passion that is about helping people and taking the time to listen to them.
We are fortunate to have the pleasure to work with closely held business owners, ranchers, farmers, venture capitalists, entrepreneurs, investors, lawyers, doctors, inheritors and former professional athletes.
(Love, Land and Legacies)
We are grateful to be of service!
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
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- Credit Card
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Licensed in South Dakota for 3 years
State: South Dakota
Acquired: 2022
No misconduct found
Licensed in Wyoming for 11 years
State: Wyoming
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in North Dakota for 12 years
State: North Dakota
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 24 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in North Carolina for 12 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in Nebraska for 13 years
State: Nebraska
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Randall H Borkus
1515 BURNT BOAT DR., SUITE C #135, Bismarck, ND, 58503
BorkusLaw Group, Ltd
1415 West 22nd street, Tower Floor, Oak Brook, IL, 60523
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Randall H. Borkus's Reviews
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Posted by Les | September 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Job!
We hired Randall to complete our estate plan that would carry over into generations to come. He was very responsive to any questions we had during the process. He never once failed to provide updates on any status changes throughout the process. Randall provided sound and informed advice the whole wa...
Posted by Warren and Carol | September 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Man of his word
With the need for an Estate Attorney, we were introduced to Randall. After meeting with Randall, we were convinced that he was the man to put our Estate in order. Randall is very thorough with all explanations and upon completion, he did follow up with meetings to get us and keep us pointed in the r...
Posted by Carmine | September 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Randall Borkus of Borkus Law Recommendation
Randall has a wealth of knowledge and experience he brings to the table. He patiently guided me on this complex path of Estate Planning. I would highly recommend Randall.
Posted by Mary | December 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Estate planning
Mr Borkus helped us tremendously with our entire estate planning! He was very thorough and prepared all the necessary documents. He was patient, in helping us understand all the necessary documents in a very timely manner. We would most definitely recommend Mr Borkus.
Posted by Nicholas | April 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Estate Planning
Working with Randall is an overall great experience. Randall knows his stuff, but more than that he makes sure to understand what you need as a family and explains things in a way you will understand. I would recommend Borkus Law for any of your estate planning.
Randall H. Borkus's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Randall handles all cases with the utmost professionalism. He is extremely experienced and knowledgeable about estate planning and can help all clients feel at ease about their estate plan and its impacts on their loved ones."
"Randall worked with me on a high-end client's estate and was fundamental in helping to set-up a fairly complicated estate plan that has worked for the client and her family."
"I have had the pleasure of working with and learning from Randall for many years in at least two national groups of estate planning attorneys. His skill, knowledge, and advice are the standard of excellence in the areas in which he focuses his practice. His clients speak highly of him and so do his colleagues. That professional reputation is both impeccable and deserved. I heartily endorse Randall and urge you to consider him for your estate and asset preservation planning needs."
"Randall is an excellent attorney that exhibits the best qualities of the profession. I highly recommend his services to my clients."
"Randall Borkus is an excellent attorney whom brings knowledge, wisdom and experience to the estate planning process for clients. I highly recommend him."
"Randall is an expert in his practice areas and an excellent attorney. He is able to communicate complicated issues to clients in a way that is easy to understand. I endorse this lawyer without reservation. He has the highest character and integrity."
"Randall is a great legal mind and fun to work with. He has the ability to simplify and communicate complicated legal strategies."
"I have known Randall for over 15 years. Randall has a brilliant mind and is an exceptional person. The knowledge he has regarding estate planning, asset protection and financial planning is amazing. He is an excellent lawyer and consultant. I have recently had the opportunity to work with him on several estate planning matters. The experience he shares and brings to the table has created exceptional results for the clients. I wholeheartedly recommend Randall."
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"I endorse Randall Borkus, an outstanding estate planning and tax lawyer and a founder of WealthCounsel."
"I have known Randall for many, many years. He is not only a top- notch attorney, he is also a truly quality person. He has an extensive knowledge of the tax laws for estate planning and is mathermatically skilled to "number crunch" the tax ramifications and savings in a concise, understandable way for clients. Randall has taught other attorneys extensively over the country, about estate planning, asset protection planning and charitable planning. He is a class act and I would recommend him wholeheartedly."
"I've had the opportunity to collaborate with Randy in client matters and I've always appreciated that his technical excellence is delivered without arrogance."
"I endorse this lawyer. Randall Borkus is one of the most technically competant attorneys that I have worked with. He is incredibly knowedgeable, listens well, and brings tremendous value to his clients. He never flys by the seat of his pants and knows what he is talking about. He has a particluarly excellent ability and expertise to deal with high networth and ultra-high networth clients. I would give him the highest recommendation possible."
"I endorse this lawyer. Randall Borkus is a lawyer's lawyer. He consults with attorneys around the country in complex tax and estate situations. He has been a wonderful resource to our law firm. In all situations, he has been resourceful and invaluable in the advice that he has given. On a personal level, he is personable and sincere. I highly recommend him to anyone in the estate planning profession."
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Experience
Honors
2008
Cert. of Appreciation/Chair of the Asset Protection Committee, The Chicago Bar Associataion
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Life Insurance Consulting, Wealth Preservation Concepts, LLC
Associations
2008 - 2008
Chicago Bar Association, Asset Protection Committee2008 chairman
Sample of Legal Cases
Purposeful Bloodline Preservation and Legacy Planning
Bloodline Preservation and Legacy Planning implemented
Education
2001
John Marshall Law School, Chicago
LL.M - Master of Tax Law
2001
John Marshall Law School, Chicago
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Illinois Institute of Technology - Stuart School of Business
MS - Master of Science - Financial Markets & Trading
1998
Northern Illinois University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2022
Western Dakota Association of Legal Assistants Spring Event
Post Cards and Pitfalls (Marketing)
2021
Private Speaking Event
Keeping it in the family - Bloodline Preservation Trusts
2013
The Administration Budget Proposals Lurk “Green Book”
The Administration Budget Proposals Lurk “Green Book”
2013
South Suburban Bar Association
Domestic Asset Protection Trusts
2012
National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys., Protecting a Business Owners Intellectual Property
Protecting a Business Owner’s Intellectual Property: Case Study
2012
Life Insurance and Asset Protection Planning,
Asset Protection Planning
2012
Asset Protection and Federal Income Tax Liens
Tenancy by the Entirety
2011
Panel on Professional Athletes and Investment Fraud
Panel on Professional Athletes and Investment Fraud
2011
Extraordinary Lawyer: Creating a Dream Practice in a Challenging Economy
Collaboration
2011
Domestic Asset Protection Trusts in Federal Bankruptcy,
Domestic Asset Protection Trusts in Federal Bankruptcy,
2010
Family Charity Planning, Income Tax & Social Capital,
Family Charity Planning, Income Tax & Social Capital,
2010
Domestic Asset Protection Trusts
Domestic Asset Protection Trusts
2009
Asset Protection & Corporations
Asset Protection & Corporations
Publications
2022
Self - soft cover book
SELL OR TRANSFER YOUR BUSINESS WHEN YOU WANT
2021
2021
Borkuslaw Group Blog
Necessary Conversations
2020
Borkuslaw Group Website
Keeping it in the family - Bloodline Preservation Trust
2020
Borkuslaw Group Blog
Every Family Needs An Estate Plan
2012
Wealthcounsel Quarterly
Misconceptions and Misunderstandings About the Estate Tax Exclusion
2010
Journal of Practical Estate Planning (CCH)
ASSET PROTECTION PLANNING
2007
Illinois Bar Journal
Series LLCs: Practical Pointers and Tax Implications
2004
Illinois State Bar Association Federal Taxation Ne
Minimizing Risk in Taxable Portfolios: Initiating and Closing out Derivative Transactions Without Unexpected Tax Consequences
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can a nonprofit and a for-profit collaborate on a project?
18 Jul 2021
Q&A
What legal specialty or specialties should I retain, and what type should be in the lead to minimize my legal liability?
18 Jul 2021
Q&A
As a trustee and beneficiary with a minor also beneficiary, can I take a small amount of distribution, about 5,000? ?
08 Feb 2021