$ 200-250 per hour
About Maritess
Biography
Maritess expertly structures a wide range of documents ranging from simple, individual wills and trusts, to complex plans involving family limited partnerships, closely-held businesses and special needs trusts. She takes pride in her ways to deal with asset preservation, tax planning, business succession, and the full spectrum of other estate related issues. She is a skilled professional who understands that sorting out the finer points of an estate is an important task that can often be intimidating and complicated for her clients, but they find that her compassionate manner and ability to untangle the details and simplify matters, inspires their trust.
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Licensed in Illinois for 28 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Bott & Associates, Ltd.
3701 Algonquin Road, Suite 712, Rolling Meadows, IL, 60008
Bott & Associates, Ltd.
222 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 1450, Chicago, IL, 60601
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Posted by Linda | September 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
Prepared Trust
Maritess & her team have been extremely informative in helping me to prepare my living trust. They have taken the time to listen to my wishes and explaining the options that I could choose in securing my assets for my heirs. I appreciate that they have gone the extra mile to be sure that I and my e...
Posted by Sarah | August 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Estate Planning
They were super helpful and friendly as we created our first estate plan. They walked us through the process and answered all our questions. I am thankful to have completed it.
Posted by FRANK | February 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
A new trust
Set up a trust. Gave a good presentation and explanation. All our questions were answered. Gave excellent reasons for safeguarding ourselves with a trust.
Posted by anonymous | January 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
Estate Planning Assistance
I needed some guidance regarding my mother's trust after she passed and the treatment I received from Bott & Assoc was fantastic! They were extremely helpful. I was so happy with their service that I decided I would use them to create my Trust as well as my Sisters. The second and third visits w...
Posted by anonymous | January 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Complex legal work made simple and painless
Estate planning can be daunting but Maritess and her staff made it not only understandable, but also very efficient. I’ve put this off for several years and finally decided to address all the paperwork. Because of the professionalism they exhibited and the care and compassion to carry out my wishes...
Maritess Tamunday Bott's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Maritess really cares about her clients and her business. Highly recommend!!"
"I'm interested in joining the prestigious American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, and was encouraged to reach out to Ms. Bott. I did so, and am very grateful for her insight. An attorney's time is valuable, and she was very generous with it and open with me regarding her experiences and how she manages a successful private practice. A class act, and an asset to the community. I'm looking forward to seeing her in San Diego in October!"
"I have gotten to know Maritess through the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. I have found her to be easy to get along with, smart and an excellent counselor. If you have issues regarding estate planning or elder law, I would recommend you consult Maritess."
"I endorse this lawyer. They are an expert in the field of estate planning."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Through our affiliation with the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, I have known Ms. Bott to be an intelligent, kind hearted and enthusiastic lawyer. I would have no reservation whatsoever in referring clients to her. I heartily endorse this lawyer."
"Maritess is an outstanding estate planning attorney who conscientiously maintains a high degree of competency. She will give her clients the legal advice they need while attending to their unique needs."
"Maritess and I have worked at two different firms together, and I would recommend her to everyone. We have also had the opportunity to work on opposite sides of prenuptial planning, and had great experiences doing that as well. Maritess is organized, extremely knowledgeable, and very likeable. She is easy to get along with and is very effective at what she does. I endorse her whole-heartedly."
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Experience
Honors
2010
Best Picture - Marketing, American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys
Work Experience
2002 - 2007
Associate, Law Offices of Allen S. Gabe
1998 - 2002
Associate, Handler, Thayer & Duggan
1994 - 1998
Associate, Weiss & Block
Associations
2003 - Present
American Academy of Estate Planning AttorneysMember
Chicago Bar Association
Member
Illinois State Bar Association
Member
American Bar Association
Member
Filipino Bar Association
Director
Sample of Legal Cases
Guardianship
I won the case and my client became his guardian.
Education
1997
John Marshall Law School, Chicago
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
Northern Illinois University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2010
Employee Financial Awareness Program
Legacy Wealth Planning
2010
Citizens First Bank Customer Educational Program
Legacy Wealth Planning
2010
Church of Latter Day Saints Financial Awareness Program
The Myths of Estate Planning
2010
AARP LUnch and Learn Series
Wills and Trusts - What are they all about?
Publications
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Unknown
Estate Planning Doesn’t Have to be So Taxing
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Pinoy Monthly
Caring for the ‘Little’ People in your Life
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Pinoy Monthly
Caring for the ‘Little’ People in your Life
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Unknown
Sale to Defective Grantor Trusts
Languages
English
Tagalog
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