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Elder Law Attorneys
Elder law attorneys handle the legal backbone of a senior transition: estate planning, Medicaid qualification, powers of attorney, guardianship, and probate. In Illinois, this specialty is distinct from general estate planning.
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What elder law attorneys do
- Draft or update wills, trusts, and powers of attorney.
- Structure assets for Medicaid eligibility within Illinois look-back rules.
- Establish guardianship or conservatorship when capacity is in question.
- Guide families through probate in Cook, DuPage, Lake, and Will counties.
Questions to ask before you hire
- 1Are you a member of NAELA (National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys)?
- 2What percentage of your practice is Medicaid planning?
- 3Do you charge flat fees or hourly?
- 4Who handles my file if you're unavailable?
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Top elder law attorneys to talk to first
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Legacy Ahead Advisors
Chicagoland's free senior-care placement & advisory service.
AI pick: Not sure which specialist you need? Legacy Ahead Advisors is Chicagoland's free placement service. Start here.
Elder Law Attorneys
Dutton Casey & Mesoloras, PC
Chicago elder law with Certified Elder Law Attorneys on staff.
AI pick: This specialized firm features multiple Certified Elder Law Attorneys (CELA) to handle complex Medicaid and guardianship needs.
Elder Law Attorneys
Law Offices of Eric J. Parker
Loop elder law and probate attorney offering free consultations.
AI pick: Highly experienced Loop-based attorney offering free consultations and virtual meetings for probate and elder law issues.
Elder Law Attorneys
Janna Dutton, Elder Law Attorney
Four decades of Chicago elder law and estate planning.
AI pick: With 46 years of experience, Janna Dutton is a premier authority on long-term care planning and Medicaid for Illinois families.