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Elder Law Attorneys
Elder law attorneys handle the legal backbone of a senior transition: estate planning, Medicaid qualification, powers of attorney, guardianship, and probate. In Illinois, this specialty is distinct from general estate planning.
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What elder law attorneys do
- Draft or update wills, trusts, and powers of attorney.
- Structure assets for Medicaid eligibility within Illinois look-back rules.
- Establish guardianship or conservatorship when capacity is in question.
- Guide families through probate in Cook, DuPage, Lake, and Will counties.
Questions to ask before you hire
- 1Are you a member of NAELA (National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys)?
- 2What percentage of your practice is Medicaid planning?
- 3Do you charge flat fees or hourly?
- 4Who handles my file if you're unavailable?
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Oak Brook Legacy Counsel
Trusts, wills and long-term care planning in DuPage
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Prairie Bloom Estate Law
Straightforward wills and trusts for seniors.
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Lakeshore Legacy Elder Law
Compassionate estate planning for Chicagoland families.
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