Lisa Kaye Deselms Dent

Lisa Kaye Deselms Dent

also known as L. Kaye DeSelms Dent, "Kaye Dent"

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 27 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Effingham, IL
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Elder Law, Probate ... +2 more

Dent Law Offices, Ltd., 415 W. Virginia Ave., Effingham, IL

About Lisa

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 25%

Medicaid planning, Trust-based estate planning, wills, special needs trusts, family business planning.

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 400-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 25 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2000

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 27 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1998

Resigned Without Prejudice

No misconduct found

Location

L. Kaye Deselms Dent

Dent Law Offices, Ltd., 415 W. Virginia Ave., Effingham, IL, 62401

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Lisa Kaye Deselms Dent's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by anonymous | August 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Just what we needed!

After going to three other attorneys and being told they would not touch our case because of its complexity, I called Mrs. Dent as she had been referred by two of the three attorneys we had previously seen. She spoke to me for quite some time on the telephone and actually gave me some hope that o...ur situation could be resolved. She is extremely knowledgeable. She seems ready to fight for you when no one else will.

Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very Satisfied

Kaye is very knowledgeable and took a personal concern on having my case resolved. In the past I have had attorneys who were more concerned about sending out a bill then producing good results. This was definitely not the case with Kaye Dent. If I have more problems in the future I will go back to... her without hesitation. I highly recommend her as a attorney.

Posted by Jenny | July 27, 2012

Knows her stuff

I was worried at first. But durning the appointment, She made me feel comfortable. She was truely knowledgeable, She was able to help with the paper work and answered all questions I had. She kept me updated. I have recommended her to several people and will continue to so in the furture.

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Lisa Kaye Deselms Dent's Lawyer Endorsements

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Madison Mullady

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ramona Sullivan

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kaye is thorough, she works hard, and I would not hesitate to recommend her."

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Thomas McCloy

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Dent referred a particular Kentucky issue related to larger planning issues for this client. Her communication of necessary information, timely clarifications from the client and availability for discussions as circumstances changed assured achievement of the client's desired outcome. Her collaborative style and collegial attitude made this engagement a pleasure to work on and speeded its successful completion."

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Steven Riley

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kaye is an excellent attorney who I've known for several years through professional associations. She continues to impress me with her innovative spirit, knowledge of the law and tireless work ethic. I would not hesitate to recommend her services."

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Bryan Robbins

Business lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Frederick

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Dent and I both practice in the area of estate planning, and because of this, I have had the privilege of reviewing a number of her responses to Avvo questions. I have found her to be very knowledgeable and I find her advice to be both practical and helpful. She is focused on what is in the best interests of the client and that is absolutely essential for a good lawyer. Attorney Dent is an excellent lawyer and I am happy to endorse her and her services. James Frederick"

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Elliot Yi

Unknown lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Alexander

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. From his impressive answers on Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving his clients."

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Timothy Klob

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Lisa Kaye Deselms Dent in her work both as a Social Security and estate planning attorney. Her responses to consumer questions on this forum are thorough, well-reasoned, and informative and her willingness to offer general guidance to consumers is commendable. For these reasons, and because it is abundantly evident that she cares deeply for her clients, I offer this endorsement."

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Robert Stumpf

Unknown lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Dent is an intelligent and knowledgeable attorney. It is my pleasure to endorse her."

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Sarah Hocking

Administrative law lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kaye is quite knowledgeable and hard working. Her deep understanding of complicated issues in her fields of practice allows her to anticipate potential hurdles that might arise and provide her clients with options for choosing the best plan for the future. Kaye has a reputation of professionalism and passion for the practice of law. It is always a pleasure working with Kaye."

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Sean Britton

Administrative law lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Ms. Dent. I routinely refer her clients dealing with Social Security Disability issues, and have heard nothing but glowing reviews from them for her compassionate and effective representation."

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David Frisse

Health care lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is smart, caring, and energetic. She is well prepared, thinks deeply, and anticipates "what's next"."

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James Frederick

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Paula Sinclair

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Outstanding Service Award, Edgar County, Public Interest Law Initiative, Fifth Circuit Pro Bono Committee

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Managing Partner, Dent Coulson Elder Law, LLC

2019 - Present

Attorney Partner, Dent Law Offices, Ltd.

2012 - 2012

Attorney, Frisse & Brewster Law Offices

2009 - 2011

Attorney, Self Employed

2006 - 2011

Public Defender, Clark & Edgar Counties

2006 - 2009

Attorney, Law Offices of Winter-Black & Baker

2004 - 2005

Assistant State's Attorney, Coles County State's Attorney's Office

2000 - 2004

State's Attorney, Richland County State's Attorney

1997 - 1999

Staff Attorney, Community Health Law Project

Associations

2013 - Present

5th Circuit Pro Bono Committee

Member

2005 - Present

Coles-Cumberland Bar Association

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Board Member

2014 - 2020

Heartland Human Services, Board of Directors

Member

2013 - 2024

National Association of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Mott

Motion to suppress granted, case dismissed on state's motion

People v. Leigh

Motion to suppress granted on appeal (as prosecutor)

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Education

1996

Hofstra University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Univeristy of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Trusts from A to Z

Legal Ethics

2017

Trusts from A to Z

Other Trust Structures and Issues

2017

Trusts from A to Z

Special Needs Trusts

2015

Trusts 101

Ethics in Estate Planning

2015

AARP

Basic Estate Planning

2013

firm workshop Estate Planning

Languages

English

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