by 23 Legal Team | Jul 5, 2026 | Estate Planning
For a lot of families, estate planning stays on the “we should really do that someday” list. We hear it all the time: “We’ve been meaning to get this done.” It is usually not that people do not care. More often, they are busy, unsure what they need, or uncomfortable...
by 23 Legal Team | Apr 23, 2025 | Estate Planning, Legal Services
If you’ve been procrastinating about writing your will because you don’t know what makes it “official,” you’re not alone. One of the most frequent questions we get is: Does a will need to be notarized in Illinois? It would make sense that...
by 23 Legal Team | Jan 25, 2025 | Estate Planning, Legal Services, Tips
As we kick off 2025, it’s the perfect time to reflect on how technology impacts every area of our existence especially when creating our estate plans. Traditionally, estate planning focused on tangible assets like homes, bank accounts, and personal belongings. But...
by 23 Legal Team | Dec 12, 2024 | Estate Planning, Tips
The holiday season is here—the time of year when people are happy, warm, and have good times with their loved ones. With the year ending soon, those of us who care for our families and generations are thinking of how we will be remembered. For some, the holiday spirit...
by 23 Legal Team | Oct 30, 2024 | Estate Planning, Legal Services, Tips
Navigating the complexities of estate planning can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to safeguarding valuable assets like real estate. In Illinois, having an estate plan isn’t just about meeting legal requirements—it’s about ensuring that your property and...