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A Meaningful Gift for Your Adult Children: An Updated Estate Plan That Saves Them Stress Later

by Jonathan Cole | Dec 11, 2025 | Uncategorized

The holidays are here — a time for family, reflection, and thinking about what truly matters. As your children grow older and build lives of their own, one of the most meaningful gifts you can give them isn’t found in a store. It’s the peace of mind that comes from...

What the 2025 Kinship in Demand (KIND) Act Means for Relatives Seeking Guardianship in Illinois

by Jonathan Cole | Dec 10, 2025 | Uncategorized

Putting Family First: A Major Shift in Illinois Child Guardianship Law In February 2025, Illinois took a major step to support children in foster care and the relatives who care for them. The Kinship in Demand (KIND) Act prioritizes placing children with relatives —...

When Is Guardianship Necessary in Illinois — and When Is a Power of Attorney Enough?

by Jonathan Cole | Dec 9, 2025 | Uncategorized

When a loved one begins struggling with memory loss, mental health challenges, or the everyday responsibilities of managing their finances, families often wonder:“Do we need guardianship?”Or is a Power of Attorney enough? In Illinois, these two tools serve very...

Could Estate Settlement Get Much Simpler in Illinois? — What to Know About HB 3207

by Jonathan Cole | Dec 8, 2025 | Uncategorized

What Is HB 3207? HB 3207 is a bill introduced in 2025 that seeks to amend the Probate Act of 1975. If passed, the bill would raise the maximum value for estates eligible for simplified handling — either via the “summary administration” procedure or a “small estate...

Understanding the Illinois Supportive Living Program (SLP): A More Affordable Alternative to Assisted Living

by Jonathan Cole | Dec 6, 2025 | Uncategorized

For many Illinois families, caring for an aging parent comes with an overwhelming challenge: How do we pay for the care they need?Assisted living facilities in Illinois often cost $5,000–$8,000 per month, making them out of reach for many middle-income...

Blended Families in Illinois: Why a Standard Will Is Not Enough

by Jonathan Cole | Dec 5, 2025 | Uncategorized

Blended families are incredibly common in Illinois—second marriages, stepchildren, children from prior relationships, and households that look different from the traditional “nuclear” family. While these families are full of love, they also introduce unique legal...

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A Meaningful Gift for Your Adult Children: An Updated Estate Plan That Saves Them Stress Later

What the 2025 Kinship in Demand (KIND) Act Means for Relatives Seeking Guardianship in Illinois

When Is Guardianship Necessary in Illinois — and When Is a Power of Attorney Enough?

Could Estate Settlement Get Much Simpler in Illinois? — What to Know About HB 3207

Understanding the Illinois Supportive Living Program (SLP): A More Affordable Alternative to Assisted Living