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I truly enjoy my work with families who are burdened with long-term care needs and income/inheritance goals. When I am not working, I love to ride a good horse under a big sky.
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2275 Church Road, Aurora, IL, 60502
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Posted by Sharon | November 23, 2010
When we did not understand the system, Rick Law had many ways to help us learn, not just auditory,, but with techniques to guide us, teach us. We felt empowered in a powerless situation. We learned to protect our loved ones,feel less helpless,grow instead of give up. Best of all, help others. I...
Posted by Wendie | November 19, 2010
Rick provided tender care for us when we went in to meet with him. For years, my husband and I have dreaded heading into the whole estate planning maze. It just seemed so problematic and overwhelming with our kids and their particular needs. He immediately lifted the burden of fear from our hearts an...
Posted by Ken & Norma | January 29, 2010
My wife Norma and I have known Rick Law and his family, personally and professionally, for over 35 years. We know Rick is a person of great character and the highest integrity. Most importantly...he cares about his friends, family, community and his clients. This is the reason we have selected Ric...
Posted by Linda H. | January 27, 2010
My husband received the unexpected diagnosis of Younger Onset Alzheimer Disease when he was 58. We were devastated, and scared, and we didn't know who to turn to. The attorney we had been using recommended we seek an Elder Attorney to guide us down the treacherous road ahead of us. We didn't kno...
"If you are at all in touch with the elder law attorney community, you know Rick Law. End of story."
"I have known Rick for many, many years. He is not only a top-notch Lawyer, he is also a truly quality man. He has an extensive knowledge of elder law and estate planning and is skilled in his approach to educating clients. Rick has taught and mentored other attorneys extensively across the country. He is a class act and I recommend him wholeheartedly!"
"I've worked with Rick for several years as part of a professional group. He's not only an expert in elder and estate law, he has a unique insight into his clients and their needs that allow him to provide them with excellent legal help AND the emotional support that they need as they navigate the elder law landscape. Rick has a special commitment to helping American Veterans by educating both his clients and other attorneys about the benefits that are available for our Veterans."
"Rick and I belong to a nationwide group of elder law and estate planning attorneys. Besides being knowledgeable in the law, Rick is a truly compassionte soul. That's an unbeatable combination. I recommend him highly to anyone who needs advice about elder law matters in Illinois."
"I have known Rick for a number of years. We are both members of a professional group where we share information and knoweldge about elder law issues. Rick is generaous with his time and expertise. I am delighted to know him and highly recommend him for assisting families with elder law needs."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Rick Law and his team at Law Elder Law represent the absolute best the legal profession has to offer. I have worked closely with him and his team for the past several years and I have found him to be knowledgable, caring, and passionate about his work and the people he serves. He has a genius for crafting workable solutions to complex legal problems and then he presents these elegant solutions in a manner that makes it easy for his clients to understand. Rick calls himself the Teddy Bear lawyer, and that is true, but he is also a very tough advocate for his clients when need be. I give Rick Law my highest endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is a forerunner of good ideas in the elder law community. He is compassionate and caring. He and his firm's capabilities are admired by lawyers throughout the country."
"Rick knows a great deal about estate planning and elder law, and has been an excellent asset to the estate planning community and his clients for many years. I am proud to know Rick, and fully endorse him to anyone in Illinois with interest in estate planning."
"As a business coach and consultant, I’ve had the opportunity to work with Rick Law and his fantastic team at Law ElderLaw. Rick is smart, caring, compassionate, and is constantly striving to improve the services his firm provides for his clients. He is the embodiment of what our profession should be about, and his passion for his work shines through in everything he does. Law ElderLaw is known as “The Teddy Bear Lawyers,” and Rick is the biggest Teddy Bear of all – a great attorney and a truly wonderful person!"
"Rick Law is the real McCoy. A thought leader and compassionate elder law attorney, Rick is on the cutting edge in this highly specialized area of the law. Over the years, Rick has generously helped me and so many other attorneys improve our practices -- particularly in the area of client service. I know of no other attorney who places a greater emphasis on developing systems designed to ensure total client well-being. To put it bluntly, nothing falls through the cracks with Law Elder Law. Rick sets the standard that we all try to emulate. (And here's the clincher: Rick is just downright fun to work with!)."
"Rick Law is a nationally recognized expert in the areas of elder law, medicaid planning, and veterans' benefits. He's a caring, sensitive attorney and truly understands and sympathizes with the needs of his clients."
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Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2016
True Justice Award, Administer Justice
2016
Outstanding Service to Senior, Senior Services Tri-County
2015
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers in America
2014
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyer Network
2013
Leading Lawyer: Elder Law, Leading Lawyers Network
2013
Leading Lawyer: Elder Law, Leading Lawyers Network
2013
Top Lawyers in Illinois, West Suburban Living Magazine
2013
#1 in Top 10 Elder Law Attorneys per Leading Lawyers survey, Leading Lawyers Network
2011
4th Annual CLE Fest Classic Presenter, Illinois State Bar Association
2010
Community Partnership of the Year Award, Illinois Health Care Association
2004 - Present
Lead Attorney, Law ElderLaw, LLP
2002 - 2003
President, Illinois Land TItle Assn
1985 - 2004
Co-Founder and General Counsel, Law Title Insurance Company Inc.
2012 - Present
Equine DreamsBoard of Directors
2008 - Present
Elder CounselFounding Member
2007 - Present
NAELA-Senior Rights Political Action CommitteeBoard of Directors
2004 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
2011 - 2012
Kane County Bar Association. Elder Care, Disability, & Mental Health Law committeeCo-Chair with State's Attorney Joseph McMahon
2002 - 2003
Illinois Land Title AssociationPast-President
1983
JD - Juris Doctor
2015
Estate Planning for Life
2015
Don't Go Broke in a Nursing Home
2015
Assessing Capacity of Older Adult Clients
2015
Medicare for Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorneys
2015
Counseling Clients with Impaired Capacity
2015
Guardianship and Taking Away the Keys
2012
Effective Communication Skills with Elderly Clients
2011
VA Advanced Practice: Case Update
2011
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VA Wartime Veteran LTC benefits
2011
Elder Law for Every Lawyer
2011
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Elder Law Essentials
2011
Trusts to Protect the Vulnerable Child
2011
Marketing To Build a Dynamite Referral Network
2011
Advanced Directives & Health Care Professionals
2010
Elder Law Essentials and VA Nursing Home Benefits for Wartime Veterans
2010
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Elder Law for Every Lawyer
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Love and Protection Trusts
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