Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Illinois

Our daughter is a sudden widow at 37 years of age. Is there a way to protect her assets separate from her husband's debt?


Asked on 4/26/18, 7:59 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Goldberg Johnston Tomei Lenczycki & Goldberg LLC

There are steps that can be taken to cut-off creditor claims upon the husband's estate (including jointly held assets). It is highly recommended that your daughter speak with a probate attorney to discuss the process and to see if any benefit can be gained from opening a probate estate. Alternatives to probate exist as well, and should also be explored.

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Answered on 4/26/18, 8:04 am


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