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My practice focuses on probate and trust administration, probate litigation, trust litigation, fiduciary litigation, and estate/asset protection planning. I advise individuals and families in contested matters with an emphasis on will, trust, and guardianship proceedings. I counsel executors and trustees during the probate/trust administration process and assist them in the preparation of estate and fiduciary tax returns. I also help individuals and families meet their estate and asset protection planning needs.
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Acquired: 2003
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Acquired: 2002
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180 North LaSalle Street, #3300, Chicago, IL, 60601
216 West Higgins Road, Park Ridge, IL, 60068-5706
8 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | 5 stars
Posted by Sue | June 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Great Lawyer
Tom was very helpful in explaining the steps needed to complete the estate of my father. He was always available to answer any of the many questions. We liked his so much we had him write a will for us as well.
Posted by Fergal | July 20, 2015
Attorney Thomas Albert Jefson
Thomas is very knowledgeable of the law and is most responsive to client needs. He is highly efficient in providing legal services but also takes time to listen to client concerns. I have worked with Thomas on a number of transactions and my clients have been impressed with his level of professionali...
Posted by Cynthia | March 05, 2015 | Trusts
A Top-Tier, "First Chair" Lawyer
Thomas Jefson is a top-tier, "first chair" attorney .Having never met him prior to my case and being in a state of near collapse from both the caretaking of my beloved Father and a contentious relationship with my Co-Trustee sister, I desperately needed someone who could represent me, as Co-Trustee, ...
Posted by David | March 02, 2015 | Estate Planning
Excellent Knowledge and Service
At a time when your grieving a loved one, but have the burden to manage a estate, I couldn't ask for a better support system then dealing with Tom. He guided me through all the proper channels and ensured he had my best interest in all legalities that I had to deal with. He ensure I knew all my optio...
Posted by Louise | March 02, 2015 | Probate
Tom Jefson is the guy for YOU!
I got to know Tom due to a complicated estate settlement. His competency on this issue enabled me to entrust him with setting up my trust, will and powers of attorney. He understood what I wanted to do quickly, and was able to put into legalese my directives, all the while using terms I understood!...
"I gladly endorse Tom Jefson as a top-notch probate AND estate planning attorney in Chicago. He is professional, experienced, knowledgeable in his field and very friendly! You do not always find these characteristics all together in an attorney."
"Tom is an excellent and talented estate planning attorney. He is able to articulate sometimes complex topics to clients in a thoughtful and easy to understand manner. I wholeheartedly endorse him."
"Tom is passionate about helping his clients navigate the difficult issues in probate litigation. He is able to help an emotional client look at the situation reasonably. He is always efficient and professional."
Estate planning lawyer
Estate planning lawyer
Tax lawyer
2013
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
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Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2014 - Present
Partner, Robbins, Salomon & Patt, Ltd.
1900 - Present
Officer, Robbins DiMonte Attorneys At Law
2007 - 2014
Attorney, Pembroke, Jefson & Associates, LLC
2002
law
1998
International Relations/Political Economy
1998
BA
2014
2011
Common Problems in Estate Planning
English
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