Chicago, Illinois
United States

Estate Planning


Planning for the Life You Want to Live

 

Secure Your Legacy

Planning for the future is one of the most loving and thoughtful things you can do for your family. During your lifetime, a well-crafted estate plan allows you to choose who your caregivers and advocates will be, who will handle your assets and can provide provisions for the payment of caregivers, set forth your end of life decisions and avoid the expense and stress of guardianship court, if you become unable to manage your personal or financial affairs. After your passing, your estate plan can provide provisions to avoid probate court, set out who receives your personal property and assets and provide for protection of loved ones through trust provisions.

At the Law Office of Kate Curler, we work closely with you to create individualized Estate Plans and Power of Attorney documents that reflect your values and goals, ensuring your wishes are respected both during your life and after.

For example, our Power of Attorney for Health Care documents empower your designated Agent to make crucial healthcare decisions, including getting a second medical opinion or moving you to a better facility, all without the need for court intervention.

Why Choose Us?

We offer peace of mind by drafting documents that ensure your care is in the right hands and that those you trust will be empowered to act on your behalf. Our Elder Law expertise makes us your best resource for estate planning and long-term care planning, and our role as advocates for you ensures that your wishes are not just written down—but will be honored.

Our services include:

  • Creating Wills & Living Wills to ensure your final wishes are respected

  • Drafting Power of Attorney for Property so your agent can manage your assets and apply for benefits

  • Drafting Power of Attorney for Health Care to manage medical decisions, ensure end-of-life wishes are followed, and get you the best care possible

  • Choosing a Guardian for dependents who need ongoing care

  • Naming an Executor or Trustee to oversee your estate and trusts

  • Setting Up Funeral Arrangements so your family knows your preferences in advance

By putting your plan in place today, you’re ensuring that your voice is heard and that your family won’t be burdened with unnecessary confusion or conflict. Contact us today to start building a plan that offers clarity, security, and peace of mind for you and your loved ones.