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Michael G Stuart
About Michael
Biography
Michael graduated from Pace University in New York with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and Psychology, worked briefly as the general accountant in the medical science industry before attending Pace University’s School of Law in White Plains, New York.
He then worked in the Tax Department for Coopers & Lybrand, CPAs in Portland, Oregon. He began his law practice in Portland, and moved to Chicago in 1989 where he continued his law practice and concentrated in Estate and Tax Planning. The Stuart Legacy Alliance, LLC was created to address the recognized the need in the community for advisors to work together to accomplish clients’ goals more effectively. The firm’s philosophy is that collaborating with a client’s advisory team better accomplishes the client’s overall goals in a proactive and dynamic way. Currently the firm concentrates the practice in the areas of Estate and Exit Planning, Business Planning and Asset Protection with many innovative programs to help families and businesses keep their plans on track.
He serves on the Boards of the Mental Health Association of Greater Chicago and on the Executive Board of the Boy Scouts of America.
Michael enjoys the outdoors and can be found hiking, biking and occasionally playing a round of golf.
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Licensed in Illinois for 35 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 38 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1987
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oregon for 44 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Michael G Stuart
3701 Algonquin Rd Ste 150, Rolling Meadows, IL, 60008
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Posted by alan | September 05, 2012 | Estate Planning
An excellent Trust Attorney
My wife and I unexpectedly found ourselves in the position of taking care of a relative who was beginning to show signs of Alzheimer's. Michael had set up trusts for each of us in prior years, so we contacted him to assist us in caring for our relative. Michael provided guidance for us to ensure ou...
Posted by Karen | April 18, 2011 | Estate Planning
Mr. Mrs. Lawrence Serantoni
We meet Mr. Stuart through a friend who recommened an excellent estate lawyer that would meet the needs with our concerns in setting up our estate plan. Our needs were meet allowing us to feel at ease knowing that our family is protected!. Karen Serantoni
Michael G Stuart's Lawyer Endorsements
"Michael is an intelligent, thoughtful attorney who designs estate plans for clients that are tailored to their individual needs. I highly recommend Michael."
"Michael is a colleague with whom I have had the pleasure of working with on a professional level and on a community level when we worked together on church related projects. Michael is a true professional. His concerns for the welfare of his clients is his highest concern. He understands the nuances of the law and can structure plans that best suit the needs of his clients. More importantly, he is someone who can be trusted and relied upon by his clients, friends and family."
"Michael Stuart is not only an accomplished estate planning attorney but he has been in the forefront of the purposeful planning movement. He honors his client’s most heartfelt purposes and hopes for their estate plan. He has rare and remarkable skills which allow him to make sure that his client’s estate planning documents resonate with their voice, vision, and values. For individuals who are looking for more than cookie cutter documents Michael will deliver incredible value."
"I have known Michael for over 5 years and have been very impressed with his unique and effective estate planning maintenance program. I enthusiastically endorse him as a business and estate planning attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Stuart is a very experienced and knowledgable professional. I would not hesitate to recommend him to clients and other professionals."
"Michael Stuart is an industry leader in the estate planning and wealth transfer planning profession. Representing high net worth individuals in the northwest suburban Chicago area, he provides expertise and thoughtful practice solutions that are innovative and forward-thinking, making him a leader among members of the estate planning bar. A "client first" mentality and very strong ethics make him easy to endorse and recommend."
"I have worked with Michael on numerous matters and find hm to be an exceptional attorney. I thoroughly endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2012
Creating Lasting Legacies, Wealth Counsel, LLC
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Member/Manager, The Stuart Legacy Alliance, LLC
2004 - 2009
Attorney, M. G. Stuart, P. C.
Associations
2009 - Present
Mental Health Association of Greater ChicagoBoard Member
2007 - Present
Greater North Shore Financial and Estate Planning Council
2006 - Present
Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois
2005 - Present
Northwest Suburban Estate Planning Council
2000 - Present
WealthCounsel
Education
1973
Pace University
Bachelor of Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2012
Webinar
Creating Lasting Legacies
2010
Regional Conference
Estate Planning in 2010 - Opportunities for Advisors
2009
E Women's Network
The Focused Legacy℠ Process
Publications
2016
The Thought Board
Creating Legacies of Significance
2009
Doctor of Dentistry Magazine
Exit Planning - Protecting Your Most Valuable Asset
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
How long is a trust good for?
16 Aug 2011
Q&A
Can a trustee delegate to someone else to handle his responsibilities if the trust says he can?
05 Aug 2011
Q&A
Estate question, Please, if parents dog remains living after last owner passes away, is the dog part of the Family Trust Estate?
20 Jun 2011