Probate

Chicago Metropolitan Area Probate Attorney

Simon, Lapidos & Uhler, LLC, provides an array of estate planning services, including the writing of wills and the creation of trusts, as well as business succession planning. We also pursue probate litigation when necessary, and provide probate administration services which implement our clients' wishes regarding the disposition of their estate assets.

Timely, Efficient, and Professional Probate Services

Most people have a mixture of assets in their estates, including real estate, stocks and bonds, bank accounts, life insurance, and other assorted personal property. The value of these assets can change quickly — particularly financial and real property. For this very reason, the probate of a will is a time sensitive matter that should proceed in an effective and cost-conscious manner.

At Simon, Lapidos & Uhler, LLC, we advise executors and estate administrators on all aspects of probate administration. We help them achieve timely and efficient distributions of estate assets in compliance with state law.

We provide a complete range of probate administration services, including:

• Maintenance of books and records
• Advice in the disposition and distribution of assets
• Payment of estate debts and taxes
• Compliance with the law

During this difficult time, disputes can arise between family members of beneficiaries. Simon, Lapidos & Uhler, LLC, can act as an intermediary between these parties to resolve the inheritance dispute by explaining the facts and the law, so that the parties have a clear understanding of the reasoning behind an executor's decision.

Chicago Probate and Trust Litigation Attorney

Our firm also pursues and defends probate and trust litigation on behalf of clients, involving will contests and alleged executor, administrator, or trustee malfeasance.

These matters can involve complex interpretations of probate laws, improper conveyances of real or personal property, allegations of undue influence, misuse of a special needs trust for personal purposes, or other such matters. As experienced trial lawyers, Simon, Lapidos & Uhler, LLC, will assertively undertake or defend litigation to protect our clients' rights and interests.

For a consultation with Simon, Lapidos & Uhler, LLC, call 847-329-7878 or contact us online. Our firm represents clients in the greater Chicago area, including the Northwest suburbs and the North Shore.

Our offices are conveniently located in Skokie, Illinois, near the intersection of I-94 and Old Orchard Road, just east of Old Orchard Shopping Center. We are available for appointments during business hours, and evenings and weekends by special arrangement.