Estate Planning For Individuals
Protecting your legacy and ensuring that your loved ones are cared for should not be complicated. At Wiczer Jacobs LLC, we offer comprehensive estate planning services designed to give you peace of mind. We are experienced attorneys who will work closely with you to create personalized solutions, from drafting wills and trusts to navigating complex tax considerations. If you prefer, thanks to our virtual services, you can take care of your estate planning needs from the comfort of your home at times convenient for you, including weekends.
Our Services
Estate planning in Illinois is different for everyone, depending on their age, wealth, marital status, family makeup and other factors. Whatever your needs are, we will help you shape an estate plan that fits your life and values. As estate planning lawyers, one of us can help you with a wide variety of documents, including:
- Wills and trusts: We help you establish a clear and legally binding plan for your assets, ensuring that your wishes are honored. Whether you need a simple will or a more complex trust, we offer tailored solutions to fit your unique situation.
- Powers of attorney: You can designate trusted individuals to manage your affairs in the event that you are unable to do so. We can draft documents for both financial and health care powers of attorney, so you are prepared for any situation.
- Advance health care directives: Specify your preferences for medical care in case of an emergency that leaves you incapacitated or unable to communicate with doctors. We will help you set up living wills and health care proxies to ensure that your decisions will be respected.
- Trust administration: Handling the complexities of trust management can be overwhelming. We provide knowledgeable guidance to ensure that your trust will be properly managed and that beneficiaries will receive what they are entitled to.
- Estate tax planning: We offer strategic advice on minimizing estate taxes so that you can preserve more of your assets for your loved ones.
Why Choose Wiczer Jacobs LLC?
Assistance from the right Illinois estate planning attorney can make all the difference in ensuring peace of mind now and in the years to come. Our approach to estate planning law involves:
- Proactive estate planning: Completing your estate plan allows you to make crucial decisions about who will wrap up your final affairs and handle financial matters for your loved ones. Our consultation focuses on exploring your family dynamics so that we can help you choose the right person for this responsibility. We consider factors such as how well people get along, who communicates effectively, and who will treat your loved ones with compassion and fairness, especially during difficult times.
- Convenient virtual consultations: While our office is in Northbrook, you can meet with us via Zoom from anywhere in Illinois. We offer flexible appointment times, including weekends, to suit your schedule.
- Customized solutions: Every family is different, and the same should be true of every estate plan. We take the time to understand your needs and tailor our services accordingly.
- An experienced team: We have extensive experience in estate planning and are committed to providing high-quality legal advice.
Ready To Get Started?
Take the first step toward peace of mind. Schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with an attorney at Wiczer Jacobs LLC today, and let us help you protect your legacy. Call 847-780-2892.