Estate Planning Lawyer in Skokie, Illinois
At The Slater Firm, Ltd., we bring over 15 years of experience to individuals and families throughout Northern Illinois, including Cook and Lake Counties. We understand that the idea of estate planning can be uncomfortable. We work to make the process simple and straightforward. Our goal is to provide peace of mind knowing that your loved ones and your assets are protected.
To arrange a consultation, contact our office online or call 847-674-4171.
Our Estate Planning Practice
We create and draft comprehensive estate planning packages for the wide range of estate sizes, from families with average income and young children to retired individuals with large estates.
We begin by taking all the time necessary to listen to you, learn about you and your family, and your goals and objectives. We then explain the different strategies for meeting your goals, including the use of wills and trusts, the re-titling of assets to avoid probate, and lifetime gifts.
Together we determine the best approach to accomplish your goals, and prepare and execute all necessary documentation to put your plan in place, including:
- Wills — written documents that set forth the payment of final debts, guardianship, and the distribution of assets
- Trusts — legal documents that transfer title of your property to a new entity (a trust), so that you can avoid probate and establish more control over your property
- Powers of attorney — documents that give a third party the legal authority to make decisions for you
- Healthcare directives — documents that give another person the right to make medical decisions for you
Contact Attorney B. James Slater of The Slater Firm, Ltd.
We offer a free consultation for all new clients and we use all the time you need to feel comfortable. To schedule an appointment, contact us online or call us at 847-674-4171. Evening, weekend and off-site consultations are available in addition to regular business hours. We are conveniently located west of Old Orchard Mall on Gulf Road.
