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I've been practicing law since 1978, after graduating from John Marshall Law School. For the first 10 years of my practice, I was a litigation attorney, handling divorces, personal injury, product liability, and even a few criminal matters. I returned to John Marshall Law School in 1987 for one year, to attend their Masters in Tax Law (L.L.M) Program and began my estate planning practice in late 1987. My practice has been limited to Estate Planning, Trusts, Estate Administration (closing of estates), Probate, and Asset Protection, for the last 33 years. Our office has been located in Mt. Propect, on Northwest Highway, since 1989.
I was born and raised in Southern Connecticut and attended the University of Connecticut for my undergraduate degree. I moved to Chicago in 1975 to attend law school. I have been married to the same amazing woman for 39 years and I live in the Northwest suburbs of Chicago. I have two adult children, a grandson, and a rescue Greyhound named Turbo. I enjoy travelling, hiking, biking, music, and building furniture in my workshop.
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Acquired: 1978
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930 E Northwest Hwy, Mount Prospect, IL, 60056-3444
28 Client Reviews
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Posted by Paula | December 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
First time estate planning
Bruce took ample time to explain any and all details of planning and creating the best trust for me. Patient with my repetitive questions and flexible with appointments. Could not have asked for a more trustworthy and comfortable person to work with for such an important matter. Not sure this proces...
Posted by anonymous | June 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Excellent estate planning
Bruce was explanatory about the estate planning process and potential impacts possible. His historical knowledge of changes to the Federal and Illinois law were impressive. Having a tailored estate for our stage in life with young children gives us peace of mind.
Posted by Aldina | May 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
Dr. Aldina Levy
We hired Bruce to do our living trust. He did a great job on explaining everything that we needed to know. He was very professional and we could not we happier with our choice. He was recommended to us from a family member and we would recommend him to anyone else who is looking to do estate planning...
Posted by Melissa | May 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
A True Professional!
My sister in law referred us to Bruce as an excellent estate planning attorney. My husband and I recently had our first baby and wanted to ensure he was taken care of in the event of the unthinkable. Bruce and his staff were well prepared, organized, and thorough. He took the time to ensure we unders...
Posted by Joseph | March 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Pleasant, thorough and patient.
My wife and I researched Estate Trust Attorneys and then arranged for a consultation visit with Mr. Kiselstein. We felt very confident early on that we wished to work with Bruce. He is very congenial and careful to speak clearly and explain legal concepts in terms that the lay community can understan...
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Kiselstein has knowledge and experience that are assets to his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I practiced with Bruce for almost six years. Not only is he highly qualified, but trustworthy and ethical. He embraces the role as counselor for the families who hire him for their estate plans."
"Bruce has an outstanding expertise in the area of estate planning and trust administration. He is always a pleasure to work with, and I would never hesitate to refer clients to him."
"Bruce Kiselstein is an experienced estate planning attorney who is able to take very complex issues and present them to clients in a manner which the client can easily understand. Clients that work with Bruce often state that all of their concerns were competently addressed in a compassionate and respectful way."
Tax lawyer
Estate planning lawyer
Estate planning lawyer
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
A+ Rating, Better Businesss Bureau
2013
Five Star Lawyer, Five Star
2012
Five Star Lawyer, Five Star Professional
2012
Martindale-Hubbell National Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Five Star Lawyer, Five Star Professional
1990 - Present
Managing Partner, Kiselstein Franckowiak Law Group
1982 - 1990
Associate Attorney, McDowell & Colantoni, Ltd.
1979 - 1982
Associate attorney, Law Office of Marvin Sachs, Ltd
1978 - 1979
Associate attorney, Roseman & Morton Law Office
2016 - Present
Northwest Community Hospital Foundation Planned Gifts CommitteeMember
2000 - Present
Northwest Suburban Estate Planning CouncilMember
2013 - 2014
Northwest Suburban Estate Planning CouncilPresident
2012 - 2013
Northwest Suburban Estate Planning CouncilFirst Vice-President
2011 - 2012
Northwest Suburban Estate Planning CouncilSecond Vice-President
2005 - 2015
Northwest Suburban Estate Planning CouncilDirector
1990 - 2000
Chicago Bar Association, Tax CommitteeMember
1989 - 2007
Chicago Estate Planning CouncilMember
1978 - 2008
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
All assets were sold or liquidated and each beneficiary received the share they were entitled to under the estate plan while I was able to neutralize the possibilities of contesting the Will & the Trust
1989
Graduate L.L.M Program in Taxation (no degree)
1978
JD - Juris Doctor
1974
Bachelor of Arts
2013
Planning for Families with Special Needs Beneficiaries
2010
IRA Beneficiary Planning with IRA Inheritance Trusts
2009
Advanced Estate Planning with LLC's, Irrevocable Insurance Trusts, & Qualified Residence Trusts
2009
Advanced Estate Planning with LLC's, Irrevocable Insurance Trusts, & Qualified Residence Trusts
2009
IRA Beneficiary Planning with IRA Inheritance Trusts
2009
Estate & Asset Protection Planning with Trusts
2008
Planning for Families with Special Needs Beneficiaries
2008
Estate & Asset Protection Planning with Trusts
2008
Estate & Asset Protection Planning With Trusts
2008
IRA Beneficiary Planning with IRA Inheritance Trusts
2005
Avoiding Probate, Guardianship & Estate Taxes with Living Trusts
2003
Avoiding Probate, Guardianship & Estate Taxes with Living Trusts
2006
2005
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Legal Answers
How do I contest my mothers Trust ?
18 Mar 2020
If my sister pass way who collect her pension
08 Mar 2020
Clause in will that requires joint acct with right of survivorship given back to estate?
01 Mar 2020