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Finding an attorney who is a “real person” can be difficult. Many attorneys surround themselves almost exclusively with other attorneys and are accustomed to speaking in ivory tower legalese. You should be able to connect with your attorney on a personal level, and he or she should speak to you in plain language that you can understand. You will be working very closely with this person on issues that are very important to you. It is important that he or she be down-to-earth and someone that you connect with.
The most common complaint that clients have of their attorneys is that the attorney is unreachable, does not communicate with them regularly, or does not promptly return your calls. Your attorney should reach out to you about your case regularly and respond within 24 hours to calls and e-mails. An open line of communication between you and your attorney is essential to building trust.
Your attorney’s goal should not be to win at all costs. Rather, it should be to achieve a favorable outcome for you as efficiently as possible. It is important that your attorney set realistic expectations at the outset as to the costs you should expect, the concerns that the attorney has about the outcome of your case, and the length of time that you should expect your case to take.
Regardless of the nature of your case, we have an experienced attorney who will focus on your individual needs. Our team of attorneys works closely together, bringing each of their different fields of experience to bear in order to optimize our client care.
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Probate can be overwhelming when you’re already dealing with loss. At O’Flaherty Law, our law firm in Saint Charles, IL is here to help. Whether you’re an executor or dealing with disputes, we’ll get you through it and protect your interests.
Probate is the legal process of settling someone’s estate. This means:
In Illinois, probate is required for estates over $100,000 or with real estate unless specific exemptions apply (e.g. living trust).
The probate process usually involves:
Probate administration requires attention to detail and strict deadlines. Our St. Charles probate attorneys can:
At O’Flaherty Law, we offer personalized attention and Illinois probate expertise. Clients choose us because:
How long does probate and estate administration take in Illinois?
6 months to a year depending on the estate and whether disputes occur.
Can probate be avoided?
Yes, living trusts, joint ownership and beneficiary designations can avoid probate for some assets. However, managing probate can still be complex, and hiring a probate lawyer may be beneficial to navigate the process.
What if there is no will?
If there is no will, the estate is distributed according to Illinois intestacy laws which favor spouses and children.
Probate services don’t have to be scary. O’Flaherty Law’s probate lawyer is here to help.
Contact our probate attorney in St. Charles, IL today!
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I am personally committed to ensuring that each one of our clients receives the highest level of client service from our team. Our mission is to provide excellent legal work in a cost-effective manner while maintaining open lines of communication between our clients and their attorneys. Many of our clients are going through difficult times in their lives when they reach out to us. They should feel comfortable leaning on the experience and knowledge of our attorneys as their counselors and advocates. We are here to help!
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