About Wilson & Wilson — Estate Planning Countryside Illinois
Wilson & Wilson is an estate planning Countryside firm serving families since 1983. The family-owned firm has more than 40 years of experience. Its attorneys handle wills, trusts, and asset protection. They also manage probate, guardianship, and Medicaid planning. The team serves clients near Countryside from its LaGrange office in Cook County. You can compare nearby firms on our Countryside attorney directory.
The practice also covers special needs and elder law planning. So families can protect a loved one’s future. Wilson & Wilson offers phone, Zoom, and in-person consultations. Each plan is built around your family’s goals.
What Clients Say
Clients describe the firm as warm and thorough. Many felt at ease discussing sensitive family matters. Reviewers also praise the team’s clear, patient guidance.
Estate Planning Countryside — Practice Areas & Services
- Wills, trusts, and asset protection
- Probate and estate administration in Cook County
- Medicaid and long-term care planning
- Special needs planning for disabled family members
- Powers of attorney and guardianship
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a will or a trust in Illinois?
It depends on your assets and your goals for your family. A will covers basic wishes, while a trust can avoid probate. The firm helps you choose the right tools.
How does probate work near Countryside?
Cook County probate cases are filed at the Daley Center in Chicago. Smaller estates may avoid probate using a small estate affidavit. As of 2025, Illinois raised that threshold to $150,000.
What is Medicaid planning and why does it matter?
Medicaid planning helps protect assets while qualifying for long-term care. Illinois has strict rules and look-back periods. Early planning gives families more options.
Quick Facts: Estate Planning in Countryside, Illinois
- Small estate threshold: Illinois raised the small estate affidavit limit to $150,000 in 2025 — Illinois Probate Act, 755 ILCS 5
- Vehicle exclusion: Registered vehicles no longer count toward that small estate limit — SB0083 (2025), Illinois General Assembly
- Real estate limit: A small estate affidavit cannot transfer solely owned real estate — 755 ILCS 5/25-1
