Dodd & Wambold

06/04/2026

Something many families do not realize until it is too late.

If you become ill or unable to make decisions, your loved ones may not automatically have the legal authority to help you. Without the right documents in place, families are often forced into court processes during already stressful times.

Elder law planning helps prevent that. Powers of attorney, health care directives, and thoughtful asset planning allow families to focus on care instead of crisis.

This is where experience matters. At Dodd & Wambold, we guide clients through these conversations with an understanding of how life actually unfolds.

05/20/2026

This statistic gives us pause.

Most people agree that talking about end of life care matters is important, yet far fewer have actually had the conversation. These discussions can feel uncomfortable, but they are one of the most meaningful gifts you can give the people you love.

Starting the conversation now can bring clarity, peace of mind, and reassurance later.

05/11/2026

Happening this week on May 13.

Join Heidi at AgeSmart from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM for the Smart Aging Series, covering important topics to help you plan ahead. Registration is free, but required. Please see details in the photo below.

Kelly Wambold will also be speaking that same day at the Mascoutah Senior Center at 12:00 PM.

05/08/2026

05/06/2026

Mark your calendar for May 13. We have two opportunities to learn more about planning ahead.

Heidi Dodd will be presenting at AgeSmart from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM as part of the Smart Aging Series. She will cover key topics including powers of attorney, wills, trusts, probate avoidance, and planning for long term care, including Medicaid and Veteran’s benefits.

Location: 7 Bronze Pointe S, Suite B, Swansea
To register, call 618 222 2561 or email [email protected]

That same day, Kelly Wambold will be speaking at the Mascoutah Senior Center at 12:00 PM.

If planning has been on your mind, this is a great opportunity to get your questions answered and learn what steps to take next.

05/01/2026

Happy first day of May and a Friday. We have something to celebrate.

We’re excited to welcome Debbie Eastridge to the Dodd & Wambold team as our new paralegal secretary.

Debbie brings a wealth of experience to the firm, and we’re so grateful to have her join us. Her knowledge, professionalism, and attention to detail will be a wonderful addition as we continue to serve our clients and community.

Please join us in welcoming Debbie.

04/27/2026

Dodd & Wambold is excited to be part of this inaugural event!!!!

Don’t miss the Saric Consulting Rural Aging Summit!

Join aging professionals, advocates, and community members for this important event focused on improving services for rural older adults.

Learn more and register: https://www.facebook.com/events/1449062806581440/
Together, we can strengthen rural aging services!

01/21/2026

We’re growing and excited to add an experienced paralegal or legal assistant to our Dodd & Wambold firm family.

For those who may not know us, we’re an estate planning and elder law firm in O’Fallon, Illinois. Our work is centered on people and their families, helping them get their affairs in order and walking alongside them from start to finish. We’re looking for someone with three to five years of law office experience who excels at staying organized, supporting a team, and guiding clients through important life events.

We’re also hoping to find someone who wants to grow with us long term and be part of a firm where the work is meaningful and relationships matter.

This is a full-time position with competitive pay. Most importantly, it’s a place where professionalism and kindness go hand in hand.

If this sounds like you, or someone you know, we’d love to connect. Please send a resume and brief cover letter to the email listed on the graphic. No calls please.