Top Rated Illinois Estate Planning Lawyers

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 15 years

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

Review: "Michael Hantsch was referred to me to assist with review and negotiation of an employment contract. He was extremely thorough and professional. His communication with me as well as with my employer was always conducted in a timely and courteous ma..."

Rating: 6.8

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Real Estate, Business

Review: "During a recent situation with a family member, Russelle was referred to me by a well respected local attorney. She was not only very insightful through our ordeal, but also had genuine concern for our family. That is a rare combination today."

Rating: 7.1

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 27 years

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

Bio: Jennifer A. Blanc established her practice in 1999. Attorney Blanc possesses impeccable credentials and skills acquired through diverse practical work experiences in real estate, finance, property management, rehabbing properties, and legal practi...

Rating: 6.8

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 56 years

Practice Areas: Family, Estate Planning, Real Estate

Review: "She is a fantastic attorney who will go above and beyond for her clients. She made our last closing go much smoother than it otherwise might have. Other members of my family have also used her services, always with very positive results."

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Litigation and more

Bio: I have practiced in estate planning, probate, and estate and trust litigation since graduating from law school in 2004. After working at Urban Burt, Ltd., in Oak Forest, IL, I joined Paul F. O'Keefe, P.C. in 2006 where I continue to practice in es...

Rating: 6.8

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Real Estate, Bankruptcy & Debt

Bio: Attorney April Senter is a Chicago-area native, born and raised in the South Suburbs of Chicago. She has her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Saint Louis University, along with a foreign language certificate in Spanish earned in 2010. She w...

Rating: 6.8

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 54 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Litigation, Trusts and more

Bio: DAVID F. ROLEWICKgraduated from Loyola University School of Law in 1971. He worked as a clerk to Illinois Supreme Court Justice Daniel Ward, then as Assistant Director of the Administrative Office of Illinois Courts. He has been in private practic...

Rating: 9.9

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 47 years

Practice Areas: Banking, Corporate and Incorporation, Estate Planning and more

Review: "Mathis claimed he did not know the legal definition of the word "estate", yet bills himself as an "Estate Attorney". He ignores court orders, does not provide material information to make an informed decision and is unethical, in my opinion...loo..."

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 36 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Residential, Real Estate

Review: "Have used Dianne few times for both purchases and selling, We plan on using her again for future real estate closings.! Honest, Professional, kind, clear communications."

Rating: 6.7

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 34 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Trusts

Rating: 7.8

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 50 years

Practice Areas: Adoption, Estate Planning, Business

Review: "Mark has been my late mother's attorney as well as ours. His advice has been excellent and prompt. He has provided services in estate planning as well as litigation. Without divulging personal information without Marks' approval I refrain from di..."

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Lawsuits & Disputes, Business and more

Bio: Mr. Mann joined the well-established Central Illinois law firm of Caughey, Legner, & Freehill in 2013. In 2017, he was promoted to partner and continues to serve the legal needs of people in Central Illinois., In addition to practicing in Livingst...

Rating: 6.7

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Litigation

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 37 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Personal Injury, Corporate & Incorporation and more

Bio: Norsigian Law Office, LLC is a full service law firm located in O’Fallon, Illinois. Hrant “Hud” Norsigian, Jr. is the founder and owner of Norsigian Law Office located in O’Fallon, Illinois. Mr. Norsigian has over 25 years experience as an attorne...

Rating: 6.9

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Illinois Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Family, Litigation and more

Bio: Tyler Phillips began his legal career as solo practitioner following graduation from the St. Louis University School of Law in 2012. Thereafter, Tyler joined a law firm in Quincy, Illinois and engaged in a diverse area of practice including divorc...

Rating: 7.6

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