New Book: How to Discuss Finances With Your Aging Parents

Children of Baby Boomers and other adult children who need to assist aging parents with their finances are often uncomfortable...

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Protecting and Guiding Your Family

WATCH: Attorney Steven M. Novak explains how Estate and Probate Law Group can help with protecting and guiding your family....

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FAQs: What Happens To Your Debt When You Die?

Many adults conscientiously save their money and carefully plan their estate so they can leave an inheritance to protect their...

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How Do I Choose A Guardian For My Adult Disabled Child?

If you care for a disabled adult child, you may be worried about how to care and protect your child...

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What Is A Special Needs Trust?
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Estate planning for a family member with special needs can be very challenging. Creating a Special Needs Trust allows someone...

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What Is A Testamentary Trust?

A trust is when someone, (often referred to as the grantor or trustor), transfers ownership of the property to a...

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FAQs Do I Have to Divide My Estate Equally Between My Children?

You have the right to distribute your assets any way you choose. Illinois law does not require you to divide...

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Proposed New Illinois Elder Abuse Law

A new proposed Illinois elder abuse law to prevent and stop abuse was sent to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s desk on...

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Do I Need To Appoint a Personal Representative?

A personal representative or an executor is someone named in a will to administer the decedent’s probate estate. Your will...

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What Is Real Estate With a Transfer On Death Instruction?

If you own real estate, a transfer on death deed (TOD) is an easy way for you to pass your...

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