Lindsey Paige Markus

Lindsey Paige Markus

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Corporate & Incorporation, Trusts

Chuhak & Tecson PC, 30 S Wacker Dr Ste 2600, Chicago, IL

About Lindsey

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 40%

Lindsey creates customized estate plans to minimize estate and income tax consequences, avoid probate, and provide wealth protection to beneficiaries.

40%
Probate 30%

Lindsey assists clients in estate administrative issues, including probate, guardianship, estate litigation, and filing of estate tax returns.

30%
Corporate and Incorporation 20%

Lindsey advises clients on type of entity formation issues and represents several closely held family businesses. Lindsey also works with clients in forming not for profit, 501(c)(3) corporations and advises them on maintaining nonprofit status and tax exemptions.

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 6 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2019

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 19 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2006

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 18 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2007

Administrative - Not Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Lindsey Paige Markus

Chuhak & Tecson PC, 30 S Wacker Dr Ste 2600, Chicago, IL, 606067512

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Lindsey Paige Markus's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Dave | November 19, 2009

Highly recommended, excellent experience

The process of starting a new business can be quite overwhelming, especially for someone with no prior business training or experience. Luckily I was able to work with Lindsey during the formation of my LLC. She clearly explained the financial and legal ramifications associated with different busines...s entities, allowing me to devise a personalized business plan that provided maximal asset protection. Her expertise and professionalism allowed me to focus on building clientele and getting my business off the ground.

Posted by Brad | November 19, 2009

Former Client

Lindsey handled all my estate planning, will, trust, etc. From consultation to final document execution, Lindsey was extremely professional and showed excellent follow up. Her dual MA and Law Degree are impressive but more important are the people skills she possesses when working with clients on suc...h an important matter as estate planning. I sleep much better at night knowing I am covered and most importantly my son's future is in good hands in the event something were to happen to me. Lindsey receives my highest endorsement if any of you are looking for estate planning consultant.

Posted by anonymous | June 2, 2009

Lindsey Paige Markus

Lindsey is an excellent estate planning attorney. We were extremely pleased with the work Lindsey performed for us and we found her to be intelligent, professional and extremely personable. We would highly recommend Lindsey to anyone looking for an attorney. Dave & Phyllis S., Mokena, IL

Posted by anonymous | May 21, 2009

Lindsey Paige Markus

Lindsey P. Markus helped us complete our estate planning documents and is very thorough, easy to work with and timely. The work that Lindsey did reached a higher standard. We commend her for her work and would be happy to recommend her to our family and friends. We have such peace of mind now, a...nd we feel grateful to have Lindsey who cares as much as we do about our estate. John and Julie Sullivan

Posted by anonymous | May 21, 2009

Why do I need a living trust ?

I had no intention of creating an estate plan. I am a simple man with one concern . . . taking care of my family. I had a basic will, and didn't see the need to complicate matters. However, Lindsey explained how and why my beneficiaries would save time and money with regards to legal costs, pa...per work, and tax saving benefits if I had a living trust. It made sense, and she was very easy to work with. She handled all the paper work, and walked me through every decision that needed to be made, even with regards to my dog. Its nice to know that my kids will benefit from my assets without having to pay excessive costs to the government. Everyone should have the pleasure of working with a patient and understanding estate attorney such as Lindsey.

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Lindsey Paige Markus's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Sarnoff

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lindsey is a phenomenal attorney. I have referred her to numerous people who all agree that she is the best in her field. I highly recommend her services."

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Glen Kotten

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Jeffrey Drake

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lindsey is a top-notch attorney who I recommend for all of your estate planning needs."

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Beth McCormack

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It is with great pleasure that I share what an invaluable resource Lindsey has been for me and for my clients who have divorced and need to work on their estate plan. I have received incredibly strong feedback from everyone I have sent to her. I have also utilized Lindsey's expertise in negotiating terms of pre-nuptial agreements relative to Estate Planning and Probate. A truly remarkable attorney and woman."

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Beth McCormack

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyers - Illinois Rising Star, Law and Politics Magazine

2013

Super Lawyers - Illinois Rising Star, Law & Politics Magazine

2013

Women Making an Impact in the Law, Law Bulletin Publishing Company

2012

Super Lawyers - Illinois Rising Star, Law & Politics Magazine

2012

40 Illinois Attorneys Under 40 to Watch, Law Bulletin Publishing Company

2012

Double Chai in the Chi - 36 under 36, Oy! Chicago! and JUF

2011

Super Lawyers - Illinois Rising Star, Law & Politics Magazine

2010

Super Lawyers - Illinois Rising Star, Law & Politics Magazine

Associations

2006 - 2006

American Bar Association

Member

2006 - 2006

Chicago Bar Association

Member

Education

2006

Loyola University Chicago School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Brandeis University

MA - Masters

1997

Brandeis University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

2010

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney - Women's Breakfast Series

Estate Tax Planning - What Every Woman Should Know

2010

Investing with 2020 Vision: Creating your Personal Wealth Management Strategy for the Next Decade and Beyond

Personal Wealth Management Strategy

2010

Fall 2010 Business of Medicine Consortium for Residents and Fellows

The Keys to Personal Finance & Wealth Management - What Every Resident & Physician Should Know About Estate Planning and Asset Protection

2010

Chicago Bar Association - Asset Protection Committee

Not All Charging Orders Are Created Equal

2009

The Basics of Estate Planning and Asset Protection that Every Periodontist Should Know

Estate Planning / Asset Protection

2009

How an Estate Plan Puts You in Control

Estate Planning

2008

Rui'an Delegation - Visit to Illinois

Legal Aspects of Doing Business in Illinois

2007

US-China Forum

Panel Mediator on Representation Issues for CHINA companies in the U.S. and American companies in China

2007

Estate Planning / Asset Protection for Physicians

Estate Planning / Asset Protection for Physicians

N/A

Cracking the Code: The Science of Financial Planning and Estate Planning

Estate Planning

Publications

2009

Tails, Inc. Pet Trusts: Long Term Planning for Your Animal Companion

2006

Chief Learning Officer Why Smart People Do Dumb Things

2004

Experience Magazine, ABA Senior Lawyers Division Balancing the Legal Mind

2003

Published by Dearborn Press Retrain Your Business Brain: Outsmart the Corporate Competition

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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