Thomas Hansen was born in Chicago, Illinois and grew up on the South Side of Chicago and Park Ridge, Illinois. Thomas lives in Park Ridge, with his wife and three children.
Thomas received a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy from Northern Illinois University, a Certified Public Accountant Certificate from the University of Illinois, a Master of Science in Taxation from DePaul University, a Juris Doctor with Distinction from John Marshal Law School.
Thomas is a member of the Illinois Bar Association, Chicago Bar Association, the Northwest Suburban Bar Association, American Association of Attorney-Certified Public Accountants, Illinois Society of Certified Public Accountants, and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
Before starting his practice in 1996, Thomas previously was employed by the Internal Revenue Service for over twenty-three years: five years as an Internal Revenue Agent, five years as an International Examiner, and over thirteen years as an Appeals Officer.
Since 1996, Thomas has limited his practice to resolution of tax controversies, estate planning, asset protection, and Medicaid Planning.
Practice areas
Attorney Hansen has been a premier elder lawyer in the great state of Illinois since 1989. Learn the legal consequences of growing old. Don't be scared by them, but learn how to best situated yourself as you age. Call today!
32 years
Tax law appeals, audits, and return preparation.
42 years
While nobody wants to think about death or disability, establishing an estate plan is one of the most important steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones. Call now to discuss your estate plan further.
32 years
In order to protect your assets and pay for your long-term care, you will need to go through Medicaid planning. Medicaid will pay for nursing home care when you need it, if you qualify. To qualify, you must be 65 years or older, disabled, or blind.
32 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 1989 | 12/06/2020 |
Legal answers | 1805 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Thomas J. Hansen, Ltd. | 1996 - 2015 |
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Chicago Bar Association | N/A | N/A |
Northwest Suburban Bar Association | N/A | N/A |
Illinois State Bar Association | N/A | N/A |
American Academy of Elder Law Attorneys | N/A | N/A |
American Association of Attorney-Certified Public Accountants | N/A | N/A |
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants | N/A | N/A |
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Illinois Society of Certified Public Accountants | N/A | N/A |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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John Marshall Law School, Chicago | JD - Juris Doctor | 1989 |
Northern Illinois University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1974 |
Matthew Lenza, Estate planning Attorney on Jan 30, 2016
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Randall Saxton, Tax Attorney on May 23, 2015
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Mr. Hansen's responses demonstrate a nuanced understanding of complex legal topics. I happily endorse him.