Address

124C S. County Farm Road

Wheaton, Illinois 60187

Get in touch

Phone: (630) 574-3600

Fax: (630) 574-3605

Darius Sethna: darius@sethnacook.com

Jason Cook: jason@sethnacook.com

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Estate Planning

 Seamless Estate Planning Services

At Sethna & Cook P.C.'s Estate Planning Services, we specialize in helping individuals and families protect their assets and secure their legacy for future generations. Our team of experienced estate planning attorneys understands the importance of careful planning and personalized solutions to meet your unique needs and goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about estate planning? Here, you can find answers to commonly asked questions to better understand how we can assist you.

  • What is estate planning, and why is it important?

    Estate planning involves creating a comprehensive plan for the management and distribution of your assets upon your death or incapacity. It's essential for individuals of all ages and income levels to have an estate plan in place to ensure that their wishes are carried out, minimize taxes, and avoid family disputes.

  • How can Sethna & Cook P.C. help me with my estate planning needs

    Our experienced attorneys can work with you to develop a customized estate plan tailored to your specific goals and circumstances. We can assist with drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance healthcare directives, and other essential documents to protect your assets and provide for your loved ones.

  • When should I update my estate plan?

    It's important to review and update your estate plan regularly, especially after major life events such as marriage, divorce, the birth of a child, or significant changes in financial circumstances. We recommend reviewing your estate plan at least every few years to ensure that it remains up-to-date and reflects your current wishes.

  • What are the potential benefits of establishing a trust?

    Trusts can offer several benefits, including avoiding probate, providing ongoing management of assets, minimizing estate taxes, and protecting assets from creditors and beneficiaries. Our attorneys can explain the various types of trusts available and help you determine whether a trust is right for your estate planning needs.

Types Of Cases We Take

Sethna & Cook P.C. offers a comprehensive range of estate planning services, including:

  • Wills and trusts
  • Estate administration and probate
  • Advance healthcare directives
  • Powers of attorney
  • Estate planning for high-net-worth individuals
  • Estate tax planning
  • Business succession planning
  • Charitable giving strategies
  • Special needs planning
  • Elder law matters
  • Asset protection planning
  • Trust administration
  • Estate litigation and disputes
  • Probate avoidance strategies
  • Medicaid planning
  • Digital asset planning
  • Estate planning for blended families
  • International estate planning
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