As the third child born to Serbian immigrants and knowing first-hand the challenges faced by working class families navigating a complicated system of laws, I seek to simplify the process and help families by minimizing the stress of the legal system.
In 2007, I went into private practice concentrating in probate administration, elder law, and estate planning. I opened a second office location in 2008 and two years later became licensed to practice in Indiana.
I believe in working together towards a common goal and always being mindful of the client's particular needs during the course of our relationship. I enjoy talking to my clients and taking the time necessary for clients to fully understand their options.
Creating a mindful workplace is important to me as a business owner and leader. Within my office, my employees and I are trained to utilize technology to reduce waste where possible and everyone is encouraged to develop healthy habits for themselves and the environment.
In this industry, continuous education is essential and each year we dedicate hours in excess of the minimum legal education credits required by the state. My office is limited to practicing in the areas of estate planning, probate, and elder law because I prefer to excel in a few areas than address new issues among many different fields of law.
Practice areas
Guardianships, Conservatorships, Mental Health Declarations, Powers of Attorney for Healthcare, Disability and Long Term Care Planning, Medicaid Eligibility Assistance.
15 years
Probate Administration, Small Estates Affidavits, Assistance with Inheritance Claims, Residential Real Estate Transactions including sales of condos and cooperatives (co-ops).
15 years
Wills, Living Wills, Powers of Attorney, Asset Protection Planning, Estate Tax Planning, and Trusts including Living Trusts, Testamentary Trusts, Special Needs Trusts, and Charitable Trusts.
15 years
Small Business matters including formation, counseling, and landlord related issues.
15 years
Languages spoken
Serbian
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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IN | Active In Good Standing | 2010 | 04/01/2022 |
IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 2007 | 06/13/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Blachly Tabor Bozik Hartman | 2006 - 2006 | |
Bruce Clark & Associates | 2005 - 2005 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Women Lawyers Association of Indiana | Member | 2012 - Present |
Indiana State Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
Lake County Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
South Suburban Estate Planning Council | 2009 - Present | |
Lynwood Chamber of Commerce | Member | 2008 - Present |
Chicago Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
Homewood Area Chamber of Commerce | Chamber Attorney | 2007 - Present |
Serbian Bar Association of America | Member | 2007 - Present |
Illinois State Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
Chicago Estate Planning Council | 2009 - 2011 | |
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Illinois chapter) | 2008 - 2009 | |
Illinois Real Estate Lawyers Association | 2007 - 2009 | |
Harwood Heights Chamber of Commerce | 2007 - 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Valparaiso University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2006 |
Purdue University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2002 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Solo and Small Firm Section | Pitfalls of Simple Estate Plans | 2016 |
Lawyers as Entrepreneurs Panel | Business Plans for Lawyers | 2016 |
Lawyers as Entrepreneurs Panel | Crossing Borders: Law Practice Management Across Two States | 2015 |
Going Solo for Law Students | Law Practice Management | 2014 |
Lawyers as Entrepreneurs Panel | Opening a Law Practice | 2013 |
Probate Committee | Indiana Probate Administration | 2012 |
Patrick Casey, Elder law Attorney on Mar 4, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.
Denise Erlich, Estate planning Attorney on Nov 7, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Zivkovich is a knowledgeable and well-respected attorney. She is a compassionate attorney who cares about her clients and works tirelessly to help her clients achieve their goals. A prospective client should not hesitate to contact Ms. Zivkovich for a consultation.
Patrick Casey, Elder law Attorney on Mar 4, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.
Denise Erlich, Estate planning Attorney on Nov 7, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Zivkovich is a knowledgeable and well-respected attorney. She is a compassionate attorney who cares about her clients and works tirelessly to help her clients achieve their goals. A prospective client should not hesitate to contact Ms. Zivkovich for a consultation.
Nicholas Loncar, Estate planning Attorney on Feb 26, 2013
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Dana is a highly knowledgeable and dedicated attorney. I endorse this lawyer.
Rachael Toft, Elder law Attorney on Aug 3, 2010
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I endorse this lawyer's work. Dana is a great advocate for her clients. In addition, she is active and involved in her community.
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