Oak Park, IL Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Serving Maywood, Forest Park, DuPage County, and Cook County

No one likes to think about the possibility of becoming incapacitated or life moving on without us. This is a major reason why so many people put off planning their estate. Some believe estate planning is only for the wealthy; but the truth is, everyone, regardless of income, should have a written plan in place in the event of a worst-case scenario.

For over three decades, the Law Office of Vincent C. Machroli, P.C. has helped clients with estate planning matters in DuPage County, Cook County, and all other areas throughout Chicagoland. We work closely with our clients to develop comprehensive plans centered around their specific circumstances. Our office is responsive, detail-oriented, and we take the time to listen and learn your unique needs and goals so that we can craft a plan that effectively accounts for all known eventualities. It is this commitment to highly personalized customer service that has earned us so many repeat clients and referrals over the years.

Illinois Estate Planning Services

At the Law Office of Vincent C. Machroli, P.C, we deliver a wide range of estate planning services for our clients, including but not limited to:

• Wills and Trusts: A last will and testament is a foundational estate planning document, spelling out how you want your property distributed and who will raise your minor children if something should happen to you. Living wills provide guidance on which end-of-life health procedures you want to be performed. For those with more complex estates, various types of trusts can be set up to protect and preserve your hard-earned wealth for future generations.
• Probate: The probate process can be confusing and intimidating. We provide a steady hand to successfully guide you through this process so the estate of your loved one is settled with minimal complications.
• Powers of Attorney: If you should become incapacitated in the future, your health care and financial decisions could be made by someone who is not looking out for your best interests. By designating a trusted individual to act as power of attorney, you gain assurance knowing that if something should happen to you, your affairs will be in good hands.
• Special Needs Trusts: Most disabled individuals rely on government benefits for their daily needs. These benefits can be jeopardized, however, if the individual receives a large sum of money or property. By placing the property in a special needs trust, the individual maintains access to these essential benefits.

Contact Our Oak Park Estate Planning Attorney

At the Law Office of Vincent C. Machroli, P.C., we understand that every family has its own unique set of dynamics, and there is no "one size fits all" estate plan for each client. We pay careful attention to every detail and put our extensive experience to work to create a plan that achieves both your short-term and long-term goals. Whether your needs are simple or highly complex, we can ensure that you have the right plan in place to protect you and your loved ones. For a free initial consultation with our skilled estate planning lawyer, contact our office today at 708-449-7404.