Are Children Legally Responsible for Their Deceased Parent’s Debt?

Unless they co-signed a loan or credit card or jointly own property, children are not personally responsible for their deceased...

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Is a Lawyer Required for Probate in Illinois?

Probate is the legal process to make sure that the deceased person’s debts and taxes are paid. In Illinois a...

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What Does A Will Executor Do?

When a person dies, all their property, assets, and valuables become part of their estate. Someone has to distribute the...

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Where Should You Store Your Will?

Once you make a will, what is the best option to safely keep the original copy of your will? Having...

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Glossary of Estate Planning Terms

Meeting with an attorney and their legal talk can be intimidating. To prepare for your meeting, it can be helpful...

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When Do I Need A Power of Attorney?

A Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document giving someone else the right to act on your behalf. If...

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What Is A Living Trust?

Trusts are commonly associated with planning for the management of assets after someone’s passing. Living trusts are rapidly gaining in...

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What Happens When You Die Without a Will in Illinois?

No one likes to think about dying. Any many people assume that they don’t need a will because their spouse...

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