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Build Your Legacy With Clear Wills and Tailored Trusts

Create Clarity For Your Loved Ones

Wills and trusts are the foundation of any solid estate plan. At Schlack & McGinnity, we help clients document their wishes clearly, minimize complications for loved ones, and make informed decisions about how assets will be distributed.


We explain the pros and cons of each tool in plain language—whether you’re creating a simple will or funding a trust to bypass probate and ensure privacy.

Estate Planning Documents

We prepare a wide range of testamentary and living trust options, including:

  • Last wills and testament with guardianship provisions

  • Revocable and irrevocable trusts

  • Special needs trusts

  • Pour-over wills

  • Marital and credit shelter trusts

  • Living wills

Our goal is to align your plan with your family structure, tax situation, and long-term vision.

A process built around you

Every client begins with a conversation. We’ll walk you through available options, answer your questions, and ensure your documents are legally sound and easy to understand.


We work with clients throughout the Chicago area and State of Illinois areas where family dynamics, property ownership, and small business interests require thoughtful planning.

FAQs About Wills and Trusts

  • Do I need a will if I have a trust?

    Yes—a pour-over will ensures any assets not titled in your trust are handled properly.

  • What happens to my trust after I die?

    We help ensure your successor trustee is equipped to manage and distribute your trust efficiently.

  • Can I change my will or trust later?

    Most plans are flexible. We make sure your plan grows with you.