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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Criminal Defense, Family and more

Bio: Jason Netzley is an attorney and mediator who concentrates his practice on criminal defense, family law, drivers license reinstatement, probate, wills, trusts, and estates. He is a graduate of Southern Illinois University School of Law and previou...

Rating: 7.9

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Elder Law, Trusts and more

Bio: Michael A Otte, Associate Attorney, is in his sixth year with the practice. His practice focuses on trust and probate administration. Additionally, Michael’s particular area of expertise is in elder law matters, including Medicaid planning, Vetera...

Rating: 8.0

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Estate Planning Lawyers in Illinois

Estate planning attorneys prepare wills, powers of attorney, advance healthcare directives, and trusts to ensure clients’ wishes are honored. They advise on tax-efficient transfers, guardianship for minors, asset protection, and succession planning. They draft documents, coordinate with financial advisors, and guide families through probate avoidance and legacy goals.

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Estate planning attorneys prepare wills, powers of attorney, advance healthcare directives, and trusts to ensure clients’ wishes are honored. They advise on tax-efficient transfers, guardianship for minors, asset protection, and succession planning. They draft documents, coordinate with financial advisors, and guide families through probate avoidance and legacy goals.

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 47 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Land Use and Zoning

Review: "Marsha helped with the sale of our old home and the purchase of our new one. We were so lucky to have her as our attorney. She took the time to explain everything to us and made sure we were comfortable with all of the steps in the process. I woul..."

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Commercial, Contracts & Agreements and more

Bio: Friendly attorney practicing business law, estate planning, probate, and both commercial and residential real estate law.

Rating: 7.5

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 42 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Business, Bankruptcy & Debt and more

Bio: Mr. Stephen Thacker is a general practice attorney that joined the law offices of Goldberg Weisman Cairo in 1988. He is now a partner at the firm. WIth extensive experience in many areas of law including: bankruptcy, divorce, DUI, real estate and ...

Rating: 6.8

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 47 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Real Estate

Review: "I am a real estate broker and have recommended Sue and have had many closings with her. Sue is very thorough and knowledgeable. She does a wonderful job of explaining the process to clients., and helping them feel comfortable. Sue is always commit..."

Rating: 6.5

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 36 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Personal Injury, Probate and more

Bio: Mark D. Brynteson | Experienced Trial Lawyer & Estate Planning Attorney Mark D. Brynteson brings over three decades of legal expertise, holding a Bachelor’s of Science in Biochemistry (1980) and a Juris Doctor (1989). After graduating law school, ...

Rating: 7.3

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 46 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Land Use and Zoning

Review: "I have been using Jim Pauletto for about three years for many real estate deals as I am a real estate agent and have never been disappointed. Jeanette handles many questions in the office and refers me immediatley to Jim whenever necessary and he ..."

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 50 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Corporate & Incorporation, Business and more

Review: "Brien Nagle is one of my most trusted advisers. Brien earned a CPA before becoming a practicing lawyer. He knows corporate law and estate planning like the back of his hand and will tailor his advice to your unique situation. His legal expertise, ..."

Rating: 7.6

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 46 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Real Estate, Mediation and more

Rating: 7.7

Call for a consultation(217) 394-9341

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Family

Bio: As a founding member of Gehris & Associates, LLC, I bring years of varied experience into my practice, focusing on ensuring my clients feel they have a strong advocate, someone to be their voice when faced with painful family circumstances. As a m...

Rating: 8.1

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Real Estate, Contracts & Agreements and more

Review: "Lehn Shepherd worked with us on the sale of our business and on our estate plan. He is very knowledgeable, thorough and very personable. He truly cares about his clients."

Rating: 7.2

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 54 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Tax, Litigation

Review: "Mr. Benshoof is hands down the most compassionate and hard working man. I can't thank him enough or give him high enough praise for all his help."

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 54 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense

Bio: John Schwulst is a seasoned litigator, having tried cases from Antitrust to Zoning over the years. Of particular note are seven Murder trials, numerous Child Custody trials and many civil trials in Contract, Property, Leasehold and Estate proceedi...

Rating: 7.8

Call for a consultation(309) 808-6265

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 42 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Real Estate, Family

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Real Estate, Business

Bio: ATTORNEY TERRY FOGARTY “A little about me” I grew up on the South Side of Chicago in the Mt. Greenwood neighborhood. After High School I became a paramedic and worked in the Chicagoland area for about five years, when I went back to school. After ...

Rating: 7.3

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 38 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Family, Real Estate and more

Bio: At the Illinois Law Offices of Robert M. Kaplan, P.C., we provide reliable, caring, and experienced family law representation. We start with an honest discussion about your situation and your goals. Our office believes in transparency and will cle...

Rating: 8.0

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Insurance, Litigation and more

Review: "I used Jim for both the sell and buy side of my properties. He did a great job reviewing the deals and addressing any issues that came up along the way. He was also very responsive to my questions and did a fantastic job breaking down everything i..."

Rating: 6.7

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 47 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning

Review: "Mr. Prescott has been my attorney for many years. He has always gone above and beyond the call of duty in each and every legal transaction for which he was hired. He is always available to speak with you, he is very competent and knowledgeable, an..."

Rating: 6.7

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