Feb 3, 2026 | Guardianships, Blog, Illinois
A guardian of a person with special needs has many important responsibilities, so he or she should be aware of the nature and extent of those obligations before asking a court to appoint him or her guardian. The duties of a guardian under Illinois law depend on the...
Jan 12, 2026 | Blog, Special Needs Trusts
A special needs trust is a unique savings mechanism that can be greatly beneficial for a person with special needs. This type of trust allows families to save money to benefit their loved one with special needs in the future without endangering their eligibility for...
Jan 5, 2026 | Blog, Government Programs
Many people see a will as the core of their estate plan. However, if you have a child with special needs and want to plan for their future care, a will is often insufficient, on its own, to provide your child with financial support after your death. As a result,...
Dec 29, 2025 | Blog, ABLE Accounts
The Illinois Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) program will significantly expand eligibility criteria as of January 1, 2026. Individuals previously had to have developed a diagnosed disability before the age of 26 to qualify to open an ABLE account. However,...
Dec 15, 2025 | ABLE Accounts, Blog
A bipartisan group of legislators, which includes Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Eric Schmitt (R-MO) and Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), recently introduced S. 2459/H.R. 4644: ABLE Employment Flexibility Act in Congress. This...
Dec 1, 2025 | ABLE Accounts, Blog
The Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act is a federal law that allows some people with disabilities or their family members to establish a tax-free savings account for their financial needs. Recent federal legislation, including the ABLE Adjustment Act and...
