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A good estate plan is about more than who gets your property. It helps you decide who will take care of children or other loved ones, manage your affairs, and set up a clear plan for your assets. In Illinois, a will can name an executor to carry out your wishes, and it can describe how property in your estate is to be distributed. Illinois law sets out certain requirements for a will to be valid. Generally, the will must be in writing, signed, and witnessed by at least two witnesses of good credibility. O’Flaherty Law can assist Bloomington residents in preparing documents that meet their needs and conform to the laws of Illinois.
Wills and trusts serve different purposes, which is why many estate plans include both. A trust is a legal entity that holds property for a beneficiary according to the terms you set. A trust may also allow some property to pass outside of probate , depending on the structure of the estate plan and the titling of assets . Under Illinois law, there are several ways to create a trust, including by transferring property to a trustee during the settlor’s lifetime or by a disposition that takes effect at the settlor’s death. Our attorneys can evaluate your property, family situation and long-term goals and help you decide what estate planning tools are right for you.
Estate planning is a personal matter, and a one-size-fits-all document may not address the issues that matter most to your family. O’Flaherty Law will learn your goals and explain your options in clear, easy-to-understand language. Whether you are writing your first will, creating a living trust, updating an existing estate plan or planning for more complex family or financial situations, our Bloomington estate planning lawyers can help you develop a thoughtful plan. Illinois law also allows qualifying revocable trusts to be amended or revoked in accordance with the terms of the trust and applicable statutory requirements.
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Bloomington, IL 61701
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I am personally committed to ensuring that each one of our clients receives the highest level of client service from our team. Our mission is to provide excellent legal work in a cost-effective manner while maintaining open lines of communication between our clients and their attorneys. Many of our clients are going through difficult times in their lives when they reach out to us. They should feel comfortable leaning on the experience and knowledge of our attorneys as their counselors and advocates. We are here to help!
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