$ 250-350 per hour
About Elizabeth
Biography
Elizabeth Fink focuses her career on the practice of Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Administration, Guardianships, and Medicaid Planning. She has been practicing law in Chicago, IL since 2009 and has represented clients throughout the Chicago metropolitan area.
Elizabeth received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Denison University and spent a semester of study at Justus-Liebig-Universität in Giessen, Germany. She received her Juris Doctorate from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago, IL and was admitted to the Illinois State Bar in May 2009.
Elizabeth is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), Illinois Chapter and was elected to its Board of Directors in 2013, where she continues to serve as an active Board Member. She also co-chairs the education committee for Illinois NALEA. Elizabeth is a member of the Chicago Bar Association, participating in the Elder Law Committee and Probate Practice Committee, and is a mentor with the Chicago Bar Association group mentoring program in Probate and Estates. Elizabeth is a member of the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education (IICLE) Elder Law Short Course planning committee and presented at the 11th Annual Course in November 2015. She has also been named to the 2016 Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Stars list.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Elder Law
20%
17 years
Estate Planning
20%
17 years
Guardianship
20%
17 years
Medicaid and Medicare
20%
17 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025
Licenses
Licensed in Illinois for 17 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by America | February 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Highly Recommended!!
Ms. Fink is extremely knowledgeable and was patient with my family as she handled our estate planning. She is kind and answered all our questions. She made the process very easy and explained everything in detail and made sure every concern was addressed.
Posted by Maureen | May 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Elizabeth Fink is the best!!
At a time of devastation with the death of my brother, I reached out to Elizabeth Fink for help. Not only did she provide excellent legal advice, she did so with a care and concern for our family. She simplified closing his estate and provided comfort and support as well! I highly recommend her se...
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Replied last May 31, 2023Thank you, Maureen, you and your family were wonderful to work with! We very much appreciate your recommendation.
Posted by anonymous | August 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Simply EXCELLENT!
My mother and I both worked with Elizabeth to create our wills and Supplemental Needs Trusts, as we both have disabled children. Since my parents are Seniors, when my dad required nursing home care, Elizabeth helped Mom understand the state's Spousal Impoverishment rules and went to court with Mom t...
Elizabeth Marie Fink's Lawyer Endorsements
"Elizabeth Fink is an excellent attorney. I've referred several clients to her for elder law matters and estate planning matters and have found her to be professional, communicative and just wonderful to work with. She's a gem and I would recommend her services to anyone in need--"
Paige Fox
Elder law lawyer
Lauren Buchanan
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Partner, WhiteheadFink Elder Law, LLC
2009 - 2016
Associate Attorney, Michael H. Erde & Associates, P.C.
2007 - 2009
Legal Assistant, Michael H. Erde & Associates, P.C.
2004 - 2006
Legal Assistant, Linda M. Rich & Associates
Associations
2018 - Present
Evanston Chamber of CommerceMember
2017 - Present
Women's Bar Association of IllinoisMember
2016 - Present
Skokie Chamber of CommerceMember
2015 - Present
Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal EducationElder Law Short Course, Planning Committee
2009 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Illinois chapter)Member
2006 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
2020 - 2020
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Illinois chapter)President
2019 - 2019
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Illinois chapter)President-Elect
2018 - 2018
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Illinois chapter)Vice President
2018 - 2018
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Illinois chapter)Social Media Committee Co-Chair
2018 - 2019
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Illinois chapter)Membership Committee Co-Chair
2013 - 2017
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Illinois chapter)Board Member
2012 - 2019
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Illinois chapter)Education Committee Co-Chair
Education
2009
John Marshall Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
Denison University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Trusts 101
Where to Begin - Overview; Revocable Living Trusts
2016
The Probate Process from Start to Finish
Initial Filing in Probate Court & Estate Timeline; Final Accounting & Closing the Estate
2015
Elder Law Short Course
Community Spouses: The Intersection of Medicaid and Family Law Issues
Publications
2011
NAELA Young/New Attorneys Section, Fresh Perspectives Newsletter
Why Good Planning is Vital for the Single Client: A Case Study
2008
Illinois State Bar Association Elder Law Newsletter
Financial Abuse of the Elderly: An Overview
Languages
English