A business is often a family’s largest asset — but many owners don’t realize that structure determines how easily ownership transfers when something happens. Ownership is tied to shares, which can ...

Corporate executives in Wisconsin often receive a large portion of their compensation through restricted stock units (RSUs), stock grants, or employer equity awards. As your shares vest, they can ...

And the honest answer is usually: not yet. Selling a company — especially a family-owned business — isn’t just a financial transaction. It’s a major estate planning event. If your estate plan isn’t ...

Estate planning for dentists doesn’t need to be complicated. What happens to your dental practice—and your wealth—when you decide to sell or retire? For Illinois dentists, selling a dental practice ...

When most people think about estate planning, they picture bank accounts, real estate, investments, or family heirlooms. But in today’s world, an equally important part of your legacy lives online: ...

The executor files the will with the probate court in the county where the deceased person lived. They also petition the court to be formally appointed as executor. The executor must notify all heirs, ...

When it comes to estate planning, many people believe that if they don’t write a will, everything will “just work out.” Unfortunately, that’s not how it works in Illinois—or anywhere else. Dying ...

Even in the closest families, grief can magnify small tensions. Add money, property, or unclear instructions, and things can spiral quickly. Some of the most common reasons for disputes include: No ...

What Is National Will Month Anyway? August is National Will Month—a time when estate planning professionals everywhere encourage people to finally create or update their wills. But let’s be honest.

If you own a home in Illinois and pass away without a will, you may unintentionally leave your loved ones with legal confusion, delays, and unexpected outcomes. Many people assume their house will ...

When it comes to estate planning, many people think a will is all they need. But if you want to truly protect your assets, avoid probate, and make things easier for your loved ones, a revocable living ...

As parents age, their needs change—and those changes often fall on the shoulders of their adult children. From managing healthcare and finances to making tough legal decisions, caring for aging ...