Peggy Ann Pratscher

Peggy Ann Pratscher

also known as Peggy Pratscher

5.0
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 23 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Wheaton, IL
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Guardianship, Probate ... +2 more

2100 Manchester Road, Suite 501, Wheaton, IL

About Peggy

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 40%

Wills; Trusts; Powers of Attorney; Living Wills, Special Needs Trusts; Deeds; Transfer On Death Instruments;

24 years

40%
Guardianship 20%

For disabled persons: children and adults

24 years

20%
Probate 20%

Probate Estate Administration; Small Estate Affidavit; Trust Administration

24 years

20%
Elder Law 15%

Medicaid: Planning; Long Term Care Services; Special Needs Trusts; specialized Estate Plans in anticipation of Long Term Care

24 years

15%
Real Estate 5%

Residential Real Estate closings

24 years

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 23 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2002

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Peggy A. Pratscher, Ltd. An Elder Law Practice

2100 Manchester Road, Suite 501, Wheaton, IL, 60187-4586

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Peggy Ann Pratscher's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by Deb | May 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Blessed

We were so blessed to have found Peggy a during a family emergency. We interviewed a few attorneys and knew they were not the right fit. After talking to Peg we felt confident we were in good hands right from the start. She knew exactly what we needed and didn't hesitate to come to our rescue. Pe...g guided us and provided us with all the documents we needed to avoid a crisis. She never failed to show up in court at a moments notice and was totally prepared. As our case progressed, we never hesitated to contact Peg and always felt like we had her undivided attention. We had to rely on Peg for more than 5 years and she never tired of our questions. I have worked in the legal field for about 30 years I can say that and Peg is certainly one of the good ones!

Posted by Jill | May 1, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Excellent advice from a generous, knowledgeable attorney

After a glowing recommendation from her prior client, I contacted Peggy regarding my probate/will situation. Her warm and friendly manner put me at ease from the start. And even after learning that my case is in an area she no longer practices, Peggy continued talking with me for almost an hour, offe...ring incredibly valuable advice that helped me make some key decisions. By the time we ended our conversation, I had a stronger understanding of my case, a realistic outlook on my options and two contacts for local attorneys. All this and a reassurance that if they couldn't assist, I could call her back for new leads. Even though I haven’t had the privilege to work with Peggy yet, she was such a crucial and significant part of my process. I will be forever grateful for the time she took to help me -- an otherwise total stranger. Thank you again, Peggy!

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"I endorse Peggy. She is a highly skilled attorney and well respected in the legal community."

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Heinz Brisske

Elder law lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a caring, giving person, has a nursing background, and is a knowledgeable and effective advocate for the elderly. I would highly recommend her to any person seeking elder law services."

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2003 - Present

President, Peggy A Pratscher Ltd

2002 - 2003

Associate, Costello McMahon & Burke

Associations

2003 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

2002 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

DuPage County Bar Association, Estate Planning & Real Estate Committees

Member

Chicago Claim Association

President

Chicago Claim Association

Vice President

Chicago Claim Association

Recording Secretary

Chicago Claim Association

Corresponding Secretary

Chicago Claim Association

Treasurer

Chicago Claim Association

Director

2003 - 2006

DuPage Association of Women Lawyers

Member

2003 - 2005

Chicago Area Nurse Attorney Association

Member

2002 - 2006

Chicago Bar Association

Member

2001 - 2013

American Bar Association

Member

1998 - 2001

Chicago Claim Association

Member

1984 - 1998

Chicago Claim Association

Member

Education

1999

Elmhurst College

BS - Bachelor of Science

1975

Coplye Memorial Hosp Sch of Nursing

RN

N/A

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2014

Elder Law Changes After the Smart Act

Elder Law Panel on Medicaid

2012

Geriatrics Certification Program

Elder Law Concerns

2011

Geriatrice Certification Program

Geriatrics & Elder Law Concerns

2011

GAL Training

Medical Aspects of Guardianship

2010

Guardian Ad Litem Training

Elder Abuse & Exploitation

2010

Elder Law Class Guest Speaker

Elder Abuse & Exploitation

2009

Leadership Certifciation

Elder Law Concerns

2009

DuPage County Bar Association, CLE Committee

Legal Capacity

2008

U of I Certification Programs

Elder Abuse & Exploitation

2007

Mulitdisciplinary Program

Elder Law

2004

Mega Meeting - Elder Law section

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