Chicago, IL asked in Estate Planning for Illinois

Q: Good Morning, I am writing to you because my mother is 83 years old and wants to get her estate done.

We do not know to go about it so if you steer us to the right direction, we would really appreciate it. Also you can let us know what would she need to get her things in order. Thank you

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Charles E. Hutchinson
Charles E. Hutchinson
Answered
  • Estate Planning Lawyer
  • Wilmette, IL
  • Licensed in Illinois

A: Good Morning!

Your mother should contact a few estate planning attorneys to find one she is comfortable working with on her estate plan. The attorney can discuss options based on the initial consultation about how she might best set up her estate plan.

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