When someone creates a last will and testament, it must reflect their true wishes. Unfortunately, there can sometimes be dishonest family members or other unscrupulous individuals who might manipulate the person executing the will (the “testator”…
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After going through three years of law school and practicing law for over sixteen years, I can tell you that trusts are not just for rich people. There are honest to goodness reasons why most everybody can benefit from having a trust.
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Hess Law Firm wants to wish you and yours a very Happy New Year! Since its founding in 2016, HLF has undergone some changes as it has evolved into the law firm that it is today, and even more change is in store for 2019. Contested Estate Litigation O…
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The Supreme Court, as usual, finished the 2017-2018 term with a flourish, handing down opinions that will have far-reaching effects for years to come. But amid the excitement surrounding Janus v. AFSCME (where the Court held that Illinois’ extracti…
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One thing that often gets overlooked when people revise their estate plan is the need to update the beneficiary designations on life insurance policy, retirement accounts and other accounts and annuities. This is an especially important step when peo…
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It’s that time of year again. There’s a chill in the air, the Christmas music is playing and decorations line the streets. It can only mean one thing – it’s time to review your estate plan. The holiday season is the perfect time to review you…
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