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Estate planning is one of the best ways to protect your assets and support the people you care about, but…

Have you ever worried about what happens to your home once you are gone? Many of us think estate planning…

Creating a will is a vital step toward protecting your loved ones and ensuring your final wishes are carried out—but…

Estate planning isn’t just for the wealthy—it’s for anyone who wants to protect their loved ones and make thoughtful decisions…

Many families don’t realize that probate in Illinois can be slow, public, and costly — especially since Illinois hasn’t adopted…

Many people who start an estate plan want to keep probate as simple as possible. At Woods & Bates, P.C.,…

Have you ever questioned how your belongings will be handled after you pass away? Planning for the future may feel…

Have you ever wondered who would manage your finances or property if you become incapacitated? Estate planning isn’t just about…

Have you recently lost a loved one and found yourself facing a host of responsibilities you never anticipated? We understand…

Losing a loved one is difficult, and handling legal matters afterward can feel overwhelming. Probate is the court-supervised process of…