Estate Planning · Oak Park, Illinois
Wills, trusts, and the planning that keeps your family in control and out of court, from the same DuPage County firm since 1990.
We’ve been the estate planning counsel for Oak Park families for over three decades. Multi-generational client relationships, transparent flat-fee pricing, and a focus on practical planning that actually fits how families live.
From our Villa Park office, we serve Oak Park clients across the full estate planning practice — from straightforward matters to complex situations requiring careful structuring. Direct attorney access, transparent pricing, and the kind of practical legal counsel that comes with three decades of local experience.
Full estate planning practice — every service across one experienced team.
Three decades of estate planning work for Oak Park residents across multiple generations.
30+ years in DuPage County courts, title companies, recorder’s office, and assessor offices.
Chris or John handles your file personally. No handoffs to paralegals or junior attorneys.
Flat-fee pricing where possible. Hourly only when scope justifies it. Quoted upfront.
Beyond estate planning, we handle estate planning, real estate, criminal defense, probate, and litigation.
Initial consultation is free. No obligation to engage afterward.
From our Villa Park office, we serve Oak Park residents and businesses across DuPage and Cook County.
Yes — Oak Park families make up a meaningful portion of our estate planning practice. We’ve drafted wills, trusts, and POAs for Oak Park residents across multiple generations.
Standard plans (will, trust, POAs, advance directives) are flat-fee. We quote exact pricing at your free consultation based on complexity and family situation.
Depends on your situation. Most families with real estate, minor children, or assets above $200K benefit from trust-based planning. Will-only plans work for simpler situations. We tell you honestly at consultation.
Typical timeline: initial consultation (Day 1), drafts ready in 1-2 weeks, signing ceremony shortly after. Most plans complete within a month.
Most consultations happen by phone or video. Signing requires either in-office or remote notary process. We accommodate however works best.
Whether you’re planning ahead or in the middle of an active matter, the first conversation is free.