Business Details
Chicago Probate & Estate Planning Attorneys
Jacobs & Rosenzweig has built a reputation as a trusted legal practice specializing in Probate, Estate Planning, and Elder Law. Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience to clients navigating complex legal matters related to decedents' estates, trusts, and guardianship. We prioritize efficiency and clarity when resolving disputes, leveraging our deep understanding of Illinois probate courts and estate administration. As court-appointed Special Administrators, Guardian ad Litems, and Trustees, we have firsthand insight into the challenges families face during transitional periods. Our practice focuses on both preventive planning through wills and trusts, as well as litigation support for contested estate matters.We distinguish ourselves through practical solutions tailored to each client's unique circumstances, maintaining transparency throughout the legal process. With a heritage rooted in Chicago's legal community, we serve private individuals seeking expert representation in estate-related legal issues. Our team's courtroom experience complements our advisory services, ensuring comprehensive support for clients at every stage of estate planning and administration.
Services
Probate
Estate Planning
Elder Law
Trust Litigation
Guardianship Cases
Wills
Real Estate Litigation
Court-Appointed Representation
Highlights and features
- We have decades of combined experience in Illinois probate courts
- Our attorneys serve as court-appointed Special Administrators and Trustees
- We handle both estate planning and contested litigation matters
- Our team maintains AV Preeminent peer review ratings
- We provide practical solutions for complex estate administration challenges
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell
Services
Probate
Our probate services guide clients through the legal process of estate administration. We represent executors and beneficiaries in validating wills, settling debts, and distributing assets according to Illinois law. With extensive courtroom experience, we efficiently resolve disputes while maintaining compliance with court requirements.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, and advance directives. Our attorneys help clients protect assets, minimize tax implications, and ensure their wishes are documented. We tailor solutions to individual family needs and financial circumstances.
Elder Law
Our elder law practice addresses issues related to long-term care planning and guardianship. We help families navigate Medicaid planning, nursing home costs, and decision-making authority for incapacitated adults through legally sound strategies.
Trust Litigation
We represent clients in contested trust matters including breach of fiduciary duty claims and trustee removal proceedings. Our attorneys analyze trust documents, gather evidence, and advocate for clients' interests in complex trust administration disputes.
Guardianship Cases
We handle both guardianship establishment and related litigation. Our experience includes representing petitioners seeking guardianship and respondents challenging proposed arrangements, always prioritizing the best interests of vulnerable individuals.
People
Alan Jacobs
Attorney
Alan Jacobs brings extensive probate court experience to estate administration cases. He specializes in resolving complex asset distribution matters and has served as court-appointed administrator in multiple high-profile estates.
Leonard J. Marturano
Attorney
Leonard J. Marturano focuses on trust litigation and elder law matters. With decades of courtroom experience, he represents clients in contested trust disputes and develops comprehensive estate plans for families with complex financial needs.
Darryl B. Rosenzweig
Attorney
Darryl B. Rosenzweig specializes in guardianship cases and incapacity planning. He has served as Guardian ad Litem in numerous probate court proceedings, advocating for vulnerable individuals while balancing family interests.
Sherwin H. Zaban
Attorney
Sherwin H. Zaban handles estate planning and real estate litigation matters. His practice includes creating customized wills and trusts while representing clients in property disputes connected to estate administration.
Questions
What areas of law does Jacobs & Rosenzweig specialize in?
We specialize in probate, estate planning, elder law, trust litigation, and guardianship cases. Our attorneys also handle real estate litigation and corporate matters related to estate administration.
Do you handle contested estate matters?
Yes, we represent clients in contested estate and trust litigation, including will contests, breach of fiduciary duty claims, and disputes over asset distribution.
Are your attorneys court-appointed representatives?
Our team members have served as court-appointed Special Administrators, Guardian ad Litems, and Trustees in probate court proceedings across Illinois.
How do you approach estate planning?
We create customized estate plans considering each client's unique family dynamics and financial situation, including wills, trusts, advance directives, and tax planning strategies.
What experience do you have with guardianship cases?
We handle both establishment and litigation of guardianships, with attorneys who have served as Guardian ad Litem in numerous probate court proceedings.
