Allyson Broderick Russo

Allyson Broderick Russo

also known as Ali Russo, Allyson Russo

5.0
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 25 years

Probate Lawyer at Hinsdale, IL
Practice Areas: Probate, Estate Planning, Trusts ... +3 more

201 East Ogden Avenue, Suite 218, Hinsdale, IL

About Allyson

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Probate 25%

We work with our clients to determine whether it is necessary or advisable to probate a will. If the will is probated, we assist with all aspects of the probate process from the filing of the will to the final distribution of assets.

25%
Estate Planning 20%

We focus on the unique goals of each client to craft an estate plan that achieves the best possible gift and estate tax consequences in light of what is important to the client.

20%
Trusts 20%

Basic estate plans typically include a will, a revocable trust, a power of attorney for property, and health care documents.

20%
Wills and Living Wills 20%

Basic estate plans typically include a will, a revocable trust, a power of attorney for property, and health care documents.

20%
Business 10%

Russo Law Offices LLC offers small business planning and maintenance, including formation, ongoing administration, and dissolution of entities such as LLCs, partnerships, and corporations.

10%
Corporate and Incorporation 5%

We also advise clients who are small business owners on business succession planning and other estate planning considerations particular to small businesses.

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 23 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2002

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 25 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Russo Law Offices LLC

201 East Ogden Avenue, Suite 218, Hinsdale, IL, 60521

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Allyson Broderick Russo's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Client

After every correspondence with Allyson, I am 100% confident that my estate is properly managed. Allyson makes herself readily available to address my estate planning needs and is extremely responsive in providing practical, customized advice. She explains complex concepts in understandable terms a...nd is a pleasure to work with. I consider Allyson a most trusted advisor and continue to go to her for all of my estate planning needs!

Posted by Lin | November 29, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

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

Allyson Russo AVVO Lawyer Review

Allyson(Ali) Russo IS an excellent Lawyer: knowledgeable-forthright -direct(I like that)& with 16 yrs.experience. I, Lin was impressed in my trust/probate+ consult with her...she filled in my gaps of knowl- edge,supplied me with new information,& clarified older, confusing information. I HIGHLY rec...ommend hiring her.

Posted by Dennis | November 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Like a breath of fresh air!

I absolutely plan to recommend Allyson to all of my friends and family. After dealing with a bad attorney for too long, Allyson was kind enough to take our case. She was always very quick to answer our questions, showed a great deal of concern for not running up attorney fees, and most of all is just... a genuine good person. Allyson was able to complete our case in under 2 months, while our previous attorney had taken over a year to get nothing accomplished and double Allyson’s fees.

Posted by Ray and Kathy | November 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding Professional Estate Attorney with a Down-Home Personality

We were in search of a good trust and estate attorney who could provide us with clear explanations to the estate plan options available for our family and financial situation. Having previously consulted with an attorney who spun our heads with estate and trust legalese and took days to return our p...hone calls and months to provide us with draft documents, we were beyond amazed with Allyson’s service! From the start, we felt relaxed in discussing our family and financial matters with her. She listened to our concerns, encouraged questions, and provided thorough explanations to all legal options. Allyson can translate the legal jargon for a lay person’s understanding. She was quick to respond and extremely efficient in executing draft and final documents accompanied with directions, reminders and necessary explanations. She even offered to travel to our residence after our initial introduction if it was too inconvenient to drive to her office. We now have finalized wills, trusts, and powers of attorney for health, etc. This was a big step in our lives and she made it a pleasurable experience. We would definitely recommend Allyson Russo to those seeking legal assistance for estate planning.

Posted by Gayle | March 8, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommend for Estate Planning

Time was of the essence when a terminal cancer diagnosis necessitated immediate action in the creation of a Trust, Will, Power of Attorney for Health Care and all related documentation essential for "end of life" estate planning. This was, indeed, the most difficult time of our lives. Allyson Russo ...was MORE than compassionate, trustworthy and unbelievably proficient in the finalization of affairs. Because of her high credentials, knowledge and professionalism, she was able to complete the entire process, which may have taken an "average" attorney months to complete, within two weeks from the devastating medical diagnosis. In addition, she continued to reach out to us throughout our journey expressing concern and empathy. She has assisted me with issues following my husband's passing as well. I have highly recommended her to others who, also, have been more than pleased. On top of all that, she has the most amazing personality! We were so fortunate to have met her.

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner, Russo Law Offices LLC

2012 - 2014

Attorney, Hagnell Law Offices LLC

2002 - 2007

Attorney, Vedder Price

2000 - 2002

Attorney, Bingham McCutchen

Associations

Chicago Bar Association - Trust Law, Probate Practice, and Elder Law Committees

Member

Illinois State Bar Association - Trusts and Estates Section

Member

The Chicago Council on Global Affairs

Member

Du Page Bar Association - Elder Law and Estate Planning and Probate Committees

Member

Education

2012

Northwestern University School of Law

Master of Laws (LL.M.)

2000

University of Michigan Law School

Doctor of Law (J.D.)

1997

Boston College

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Languages

English

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