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10/16/2026

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Illinois law requires unmarried parents with existing court orders to follow specific procedures when relocating with their children, including providing written notice at least 60 days before moving more than 25 miles away. If the other parent objects to the relocation, the court will evaluate the....

10/09/2026

"The Illinois Transfer on Death Instrument: Passing Your Real Estate at Death Without Probate "

A Transfer on Death Instrument (TODI) is a simple, powerful tool that lets Illinois homeowners name who will receive their real estate at death, bypassing probate entirely, while retaining full ownership and control during their lifetime. The TODI must meet strict legal requirements, including being...

10/06/2026

10/03/2026

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09/29/2026

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09/25/2026

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Choosing the right attorney starts with finding someone who focuses specifically on your area of legal need, not a generalist, and using the initial consultation as a two-way interview to assess their honesty, communication style, and genuine interest in your situation. Before signing anything, you....

09/18/2026

"Ask an Attorney: Does marriage override a Will in Illinois? "

In Illinois, marriage does not automatically override or revoke an existing will. However, the state's pretermitted spouse law protects a spouse who married the testator after the will was signed: if the will doesn't provide for the new spouse, that spouse can typically claim the same share they'd r...

09/04/2026

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Being named a successor trustee is a significant legal responsibility that requires notifying beneficiaries, inventorying assets, paying debts and taxes, and making distributions, all according to the precise terms of the trust document. Unlike probate, trust administration generally happens without...