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Gary Roger Waitzman
About Gary
Biography
I am passionate about helping families solve the problems that keep them up at night. I have a wonderful wife Katie, three adult children, three beautiful grandchildren and one more on the way. I live in Riverwoods with Katie and our dog Buster who we rescued from the Anti Cruelty Society in 2007.
I love studying history and World War 2 is a huge part of my life. I have visited Normandy France five times and took a group of seven friends as a private tour in 2012 and am planning another in October of 2014.
I love pets and have helped many of my clients provide for their people and pet loved ones as well.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
39%
46 years
Elder Law
19%
26 years
Wills and Living Wills
19%
46 years
Business
9%
46 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Illinois for 45 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1980
No misconduct found
Licensed in Wisconsin for 13 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Gary Roger Waitzman
250 Parkway Drive Suite 130, Lincolnshire, IL, 60069-4340
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Gary Roger Waitzman's Reviews
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Posted by Andrew | March 20, 2014
Andrew M. Engle
If you ever find the need to work with a highly qualified and trustworthy estate planning attorney, I strongly recommend Gary Waitzman. Gary is thoughtful, intelligent, cost-sensitive, and a huge asset to have on your team. Gary started out as my attorney and has morphed into a close friend. Gary ...
Gary Waitzman
Replied last March 21, 2014thank you Andrew. In the Family Law area I feel the exact same way about you.
Posted by anonymous | March 8, 2014
Why I think I have found a fabulous attorney
Gary has been my attorney for several years and has always been knowledgeable, supportive, helpful and trustworthy in many different legal matters. He has tremendous business knowledge and also is an informed estate planner
Posted by Monica | March 1, 2014
A Trusted Advisor
Gary is knowledgable and more importantly very much in my corner when it comes to any matter that I am facing. Not only is he technically sound, he is creative and caring in his solutions to life's legal issues. It is wonderful to have such a quality advisor who has my back.
Posted by Carl | February 26, 2014
A trusted attorney
My wife, Barbara and I have known and appreciated Gary Waitzman's legal services for many years. In the world of law and finances, we have found that he knows his craft and is a very capable person. As we all know, in today's world it is not always easy to find individuals who not only have the exper...
Posted by katie | February 26, 2014
Estate Planning Guide through thought provoking Decisions
Gary values the time he spends with clients to solve their personal and complex estate planning needs. Gary has a process to break estate planning down to a manageable size to get your family protected. Once you complete the process you will have calmer state of mind that what you value is protected....
Gary Roger Waitzman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible.I endorse this lawyer."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Waitzman is one of the finest attorneys in his state. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services."
"I highly recommend and endorse Mr. Waitzman. He has an excellent reputation with both judges and fellow lawyers. Mr. Waitzman takes a practical approach to litigation, negotiation and settlement. He is the voice of reason."
"Mr. Waitzman is a well respected lawyer in the legal community. He consistently offers sound and practical legal advice in the Avvo forum"
"I highly endorse Mr. Waitzman. Mr. Waitzman donates many hours of his time every week helping others on AVVO by answering the legal questions of those in need. His responses show a depth of knowledge, vast experience, and a compassionate nature. I highly recommend him and will not hesitate to send clients his way."
"A good measure an attorney is there reputation in the community and with past clients. By this measure, you would be hard pressed to find a more dedicated and knowledgable attorney than attorney Waitzman. If you need help with your estate planning, I recommend you contact attorney Waitzman."
"I endorse Gary. I've known Gary for many years as a fellow member of the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys. He takes care of his clients thoroughly and thoughtfully...competently and compassionately. In addition to his legal-planning JD credentials, he is a cracker-jack CPA. You need estate planning or business planning, you won't go wrong hiring Gary...hiring him is a great investment in yourself."
"Attorney Waitzman's advice is accurate and consistent. He is precisely the type of attorney any client would be wise to hire."
"The fact that so many lawyers recommend Mr. Waitzman is testimony itself of the quality of this lawyer's skills. He is dedicated to making sure members of his community have sound legal advice. His answers on Avvo display expertise in the area of business law. I endorse him without reservation. He is an asset to the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Waitzman's years of experience in estate planning are evident in his answers in the volunteer community of AVVO. Also evident is the mission to help others understand their rights and give guidance to those in need of legal information as a community service as a way of giving back to the community."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have co-counseled on many matters with Gary and he takes a common-sense, practical approach to the matters he handles, without sacrificing quality of care or protection of his clients."
"I have known Gary for many years as colleagues in The National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys. He is well respected in his field and a talented CPA. i would not hesitate to recommend Gary."
"I endorse Gary. I have known Gary for many, many years. He is not only a top-notch Lawyer, he is also a quality man. He has an extensive knowledge of elder law and estate planning and is skilled in his approach to educating clients. He is a class act and I recommend him wholeheartedly!"
"Gary brings a a great combination of professional skills, experience and compassion to every case I have had the pleasure of collaberating with him on. As an Attorney and a CPA, Gary's perspective is broader and more far reaching than most other practitioners. Gary also brings a warmth and sense of humanity to his clients. I strongly endorse Gary Waitzman."
"I endorse this lawyer. When anyone I know needs estate planning, I do not hesitate to recommend Gary Waitzman. I know that Gary will provide exceptional services at a reasonable price."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
SPEAKERS AWARD, FPA OF ILLINOIS
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Gary R Waitzman LLC
2001 - 2006
Partner, Mora, Baugh, Waitzman & Unger LLC
1983 - 2001
Managing Partner, Kovitz, Shifrin & Waitzman
1973 - 1983
CPA, Blackman, Kallick and Company
Associations
2013 - Present
Financial Planning AssociationAttorney Member
2005 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysAttorney Member
2003 - Present
National Network of Estate Planning AttorneysAttorney
2003 - Present
InknowvisionAttorney Member
2002 - Present
American Association of Attorney-Certified Public AccountantsAttorney/CPA
1980 - Present
American Bar AssociationAttorney
1980 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationAttorney
1976 - Present
Illinois CPA SocietyCPA/Attorney
1976 - Present
American Institue of CPA'sAttorney/CPA
Sample of Legal Cases
Client with serious illness and getting divorced
Client was thrilled with options we helped implement to address his main concerns.
Education
1979
John Marshall Law School, Chicago
JD - Juris Doctor
1973
University of Illinois
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
Tranel Financial
7 Threats to your Family
2014
Retirement Workshop
Asset Protection Strategies
2014
FPA of Illinois
Asset Protection Strategies
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
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Legal Guides
Video Legal Guide
What is a Living Will? How is it different than a "regular" will? What is a Health Care Power?
05 Apr 2014
Video Legal Guide
Risks of failing to do proper or updated Estate Planning
08 Mar 2014
Video Legal Guide
What is the cost of failing to maintain an Estate Plan? What is the real cost of not planning?
08 Mar 2014