- GuardianshipThe Chicago guardianship litigation lawyers at Peck Ritchey, LLC, will do everything that we can to protect the rights of dependents in Chicago that have faced negligent or abusive behavior at the hands of their guardian.
- Wrongful DeathJesse A. Footlik is a Partner with Peck Ritchey, LLC. In addition to representing individuals and families as heirs and beneficiaries, Jesse represents corporate and individual fiduciaries, including financial institutions and healthcare providers. Further, Jesse regularly advises clients involved in various Power of Attorney (POA) disputes, breach of fiduciary duty cases, contested heirships, wrongful death dependency hearings, and will and trust construction or interpretation matters.
- Sex CrimesThere are many forms of nursing home abuse and each may be characterized or manifest differently. Some common examples include bed sores and stiff muscles from neglect, physical abuse that results in abrasions and bruises, sexual assault, and theft from patients, many of whom may not even realize they are being stolen from. Additionally, the elderly may experience emotional or psychological abuse from their abusers, which is also a tactic that keeps victims from coming forward and seeking help to get away from their abuser. Nursing abuse can appear in a variety of circumstances, so if something seems wrong, it is always best to investigate.
- Theft
- Identity Theft
- ForgeryTo successfully contest a will, you need compelling evidence to present during probate proceedings. While each case is different, if factors such as forgery, fraud, manipulation, and undue influence are involved, a skilled will contest attorney can help prove how one, or all, of these factors, impacted stipulations within the will.
- Corporate LawPeck Ritchey, LLC’s corporate attorneys will handle all legal aspects relating to your corporation, regardless of size, including offering small and family business planning services. Our Chicago corporate law and business planning attorneys can and do work with many clients from the beginning, when the business is only an idea. Our attorneys work with clients from the concept stage and continue to provide legal services once the business is up and thriving. Contact us today at (855) 328-5787 to speak with a member of our qualified team.
- Real Estate Litigation
- Estate PlanningPeck Ritchey, LLC offers a broad scope of services including ranging from basic estate planning to complex litigation. The estate planning lawyers at Peck Ritchey have proven experience in reducing exposure to gift, estate and inheritance taxes, as well as special needs planning. Our estate planning lawyers provide advice on techniques that can be used not only upon death, but during your life to enable wealth to pass on to your intended beneficiaries in the most tax efficient manner possible.
- WillsLosing a loved one is never easy, and when disputes arise over their last will and testament it can lengthen the grieving process. When the mental capacity of the decedent is questioned it only adds to the stress and loss. A testator (someone executing the will) must have sufficient mental capacity, or be ‘of sound mind’, to execute their will, according to the Illinois Probate Act of 1975. The claim a testator has a lack of mental capacity often comes up when a testator executes a will soon before their death or was suffering a serious illness at the time of the will’s execution.
- TrustsSpecial needs trusts are very involved. There are a lot of requirements and meticulous details that will need to be taken care of. It is easy to make a mistake, which may lead to your loved one losing their eligibility for government benefits. In order to create a special needs trust that will benefit your loved one, consult a legal team that has extensive experience in this particular area of law. A skilled attorney at Peck Ritchey, LLC will help explain your options and will help you make sure that the trust you create is strong.
- Power of AttorneyThe process of removing an executor, trustee, or agent under power of attorney can be an exceedingly complex and emotionally demanding process for any family in the Chicago area. However, should the circumstances arise that demand that action is taken, it is highly advisable that you pursue legal action with an experienced probate lawyer at your side. The Chicago probate attorneys at Peck Ritchey, LLC understand what it will take to remove an executor, trustee, or agent under power of attorney in an effort to better meet the needs and wishes of your loved one.
- ProbateWhen dealing with any issues relating to estate or probate law, whether it involves a contested guardianship, estate litigation, or simply the creation of a will, it can be difficult to make an informed decision on your own, and many people in these situations find themseles with a range of questions about their rights and options. For this reason, the attorneys at Peck Ritchey, LLC, have put together a list of frequently asked questions about estate law and their appropriate answers.
- Tax LawWe routinely prepare required state and federal estate and inheritance tax returns and work in partnership with the estate’s accountants to ensure that fiduciary income tax matters are handled in the most advantageous manner. We also design and implement post-mortem planning techniques that are tailored to a client’s specific circumstances and are aimed at the minimization and deferral of future estate taxes and the estate’s income tax liabilities.