The Most Common

Estate Planning Matters

Wills

Trusts

Powers of Attorney

Probate

Considered to be an integral part of the estate planning process, a Will specifies who will be administering your estate. While nobody wants to consider the reality of death, our DuPage estate planning attorney works directly with you to ensure that your assets are distributed exactly as you desired after your death. Furthermore, if you have minor children, a Will allows you to specify whom you would like to care for your dependent(s) should the unfortunate occur. We offer customized and personalized Will creation for clients in Oakbrook, Downers Grove, Naperville and other surrounding cities.

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A trust is legal agreement which holds alls your assets. This assets are put in control of a trustee with specific details on how to distribute the assets to your beneficiaries. Some people name themself as a beneficiary using the assets to provide for their own needs during their lifetime and then passing them onto their loved ones after death. Because there are multiple types of trusts, our DuPage estate planning attorney takes the time to listen to each client’s needs, then explain the benefits of a revocable living trust vs. an irrevocable trust.

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Our DuPage estate planning attorney creates Powers of Attorney for clients who feel they are at risk for incapacitation. Whether that is due to medical reasons or extreme preparation, Powers of Attorney allow you to designate a person you trust to act as an “Agent” on your behalf. This would allow them to make health care decisions and/or financial decisions if you are incapacitated. Clients from Oakbrook, Downers Grove, Naperville, Glen Ellyn and Wheaton come to us when they want to peace of mind in knowing their families are well protected should the inevitable occur early.

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In Illinois, when a person dies without a will or trust in place (estate plan), the deceased estate must go through the probate process. This can be a very frustrating and complex time for loves ones who are still grieving. The probate attorney with Sutter Law Group helps you manage the process efficiently and properly. In addition, to filing the the necessary paperwork and will to the probate court, all the deceased assets have to be located and secured. Should a heir contest the will, our DuPage estate planning attorney will handle the situation to cause as little stress as possible. If you’ve been named executor of an estate, contact us to see how we can help.

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The Most Common

Estate Planning Matters

DuPage Estate Planning Attorney

A little planning goes a long way, especially when you work with our DuPage estate planning attorney. Taking the time to prepare for the inevitable is probably one of the most responsible decisions you can make for your family. Two of the biggest myths about estate planning are:

You need be near the end of your life to prepare.
You need to have a large estate or amount of assets to plan.

Some of the biggest questions that families face while creating a will or trust are: Who will make my healthcare decisions? Who will handle my financial decisions? Who will get custody of my children? How do I want my assets divided?

While everyone wants to have a say in answering these questions, if the owner of the assets does not have an estate plan in place, then the State of Illinois will provide one for you regardless of your wishes. Our estate planning lawyers provide customized, tailored services to meet your families needs. From Last Will & Testaments to Revocable Living Trusts to Irrevocable Trusts, we’re here for all your asset protection needs.

When your loved ones don’t have a plan in place, all their assets go through a probate process in order for beneficiaries to receive an inheritance. This process can be extremely daunting and stressful for families who are still grieving. Our probate lawyer in DuPage works with clients from Oakbrook, Downers Grove, Glen Ellyn, Wheaton and Naperville to make the process as painless and efficient as possible.

Furthermore, if during the probate process, a heir believes that the will is not valid or does not reflect the deceased wishes they can contest the will. This not only extends the amount of time the probate process takes, but further decreases the rightful heirs inheritance.

The lawyers at Sutter Law Group have represented clients in all types of estate planning arbitration & mediation issues including:

- Wills
- Trusts
- Probate
- Powers of Attorney
- Executors
- Special Needs Trusts

If you need assistance creating an estate plan to protect and define your families future or have questions about probate and powers of attorney, contact us today for a free consultation. We are available 24/7 to take your call at (312) 724-5600.

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