How to Prepare for Your First Meeting with an Estate Planning Attorney
Estate planning is an important step in safeguarding your assets and ensuring your loved ones are provided for in accordance with your wishes. The first step is often a meeting with a qualified estate planning attorney. At A/Z Wilson Estate Planning & Elder Law, we understand that this initial consultation can seem daunting. Proper preparation ensures your meeting is …
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December 2025 Estate Planning & Elder Law News
View Here Explore these featured articles from our December newsletter: Survey Highlights Inheritance Expectation Gap Protecting Loved Ones From Funeral Debt Probate Law: A Look Across States Private Equity and Nursing Homes: What Families Need to Know
Who Should I Choose as My Powers of Attorney?
A Power of Attorney (POA) is a critical legal document that grants a trusted individual, known as an agent, the authority to make financial or healthcare decisions on your behalf. This is often used to prepare for a future where you may be unable to make these decisions yourself. Selecting the right person for this …
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What is an Incentive Trust?
An incentive trust is an estate planning tool that allows you to set specific conditions for beneficiaries to receive distributions from your trust. This approach enables you to maintain control over your assets even after death while encouraging positive behaviors and achievements among your heirs. A/Z Wilson Estate Planning & Elder Law can help you explore whether an incentive …
September 2025 Estate Planning & Elder Law News
Explore these featured articles from our September newsletter: Approaching Retirement Age? View the Senior Happiness Index Pairing Medicare Coverage With Your Current Health Insurance How Charitable Remainder Trusts Fit into an Estate Plan Estate Planning and the Autopen Debate
How to Manage Your Google Account for Estate Planning
Digital assets have become a significant part of modern life, from emails and photos to important documents and subscriptions. Yet, many people overlook these assets when creating an estate plan. Failing to plan ahead for your online accounts can leave your loved ones without access to critical information or create unnecessary complications. For those with …
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Cohabiting Seniors: How Can You Protect Your Rights?
A growing number of seniors today are choosing to live together without getting married. For many, this arrangement makes financial sense. Cohabitation allows older adults to maintain benefits from previous marriages, avoid inheriting each other’s financial burdens and address concerns from adult children about their inheritance. However, cohabitation comes with its own set of legal …
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Sandra Schildgen, Esq. Discusses Estate Planning & Probate Law Flashpoints in IICLE Article
Attorney Sandra Schildgen, Esq. discusses Estate Planning & Probate Law Flashpoints in an IICLE article, focusing on a proposed Illinois Senate bill that would amend the requirements for property transfers using a small estate affidavit. READ FULL ARTICLE HERE
Why a Will May Not Be Enough to Protect Assets from Probate in Illinois
Estate planning empowers you to secure your family’s future and preserve your assets. Many individuals believe that drafting a will is sufficient to make sure their final wishes are carried out and their loved ones are provided for. However, in Illinois, relying solely on a will may leave your assets exposed to legal hurdles, excessive …
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How Can I Talk to My Parents About Creating an Estate Plan?
Discussing estate planning with your parents may feel uncomfortable or even daunting, but it is one of the most meaningful conversations you can have to protect their legacy and ensure peace of mind for your entire family. Proper planning avoids misunderstandings, prevents legal complications and ensures that their wishes are honored in the future. At …
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