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Choosing the Right Fiduciary: Understanding the Roles of an Executor, Trustee, and Agent
Your estate plan may name several different fiduciaries, including an Executor, Trustee, or Agent under a Power of Attorney. While these roles have different responsibilities, they all involve a high level of trust and responsibility. Choosing the right person for these roles is an important part of creating an effective
GQ Law Prevails on Obtaining House Buyout for Client that Exceeds the Home Equity
Recently, GQ Law had an interesting issue go up on appeal and Jennifer’s argument on the allocation of the marital residence value and mortgage was upheld by the appellate court, resulting in a very favorable outcome for her client. The parties to the matter had a prenuptial agreement (which was
Utility and Enforceability of Prenuptial Agreements
Back in 1994, Kevin Costner separated from his first wife of 16 years. This divorce settlement cost him $80 million dollars, one of the largest Hollywood divorce settlements in history. Costner learned his lesson, and before the second time around at marriage with handbag designer, Christine Baumgartner, the two entered
Now That Trial Is Over, What Comes Next?
Trial is the final hearing date in your case and is the process of each side putting on their evidence, refuting the other side’s evidence, and the delivery of opening and closing arguments. After trial, the court enters a judgment. But does this mean the case is officially over? Not
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You’ve worked hard to accumulate your assets over your life. Like most people, you want the future of your property after your death to be in your control. If you do not use proper estate planning tools to prepare for death, you risk leaving your loved ones behind with the
Rule 102 (May 2023)
5/14/2023 The Illinois Supreme Court’s recent decision regarding Supreme Court Rule 102 has made headlines in the Illinois litigation realm this Spring. Illinois Supreme Court Rule 102 determines how a summons (i.e. an official notice of a lawsuit) must be served on a defendant/respondent. Prior to the April amendments, the