Zivkovich Probate and Elder Lawyers
NORTH SUBURBAN ILLINOIS OFFICE:    8130 N. Milwaukee Ave. , Niles, Illinois  60714
 NORTHWEST INDIANA OFFICE:     1906 Hart St.,  Dyer, Indiana 46311
708- 833-7755                            219-232-4888  
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​Frequently Asked Questions - Find answers and general information:


Probate

  • What is Probate?
  • ​​For what reasons or what circumstances would you need to probate an estate?
  • ​​​​What happens if there is no will naming an executor or administrator?
  • ​Do I need an attorney?​
  • ​If you have a will, is probate necessary?
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Estate Planning

  • What age should I begin thinking about a will?
  • How often do I need to update my will or make changes?​​
  • ​Do I need to name a specific guardian for my children? Will their guardian also be in control of finances left to them?
  • What exactly is a living trust?
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Small Estate (Summary) Administration

  • What is the difference between formal probate and summary administration?​
  • ​What is a small estate affidavit?
  • ​With a small estate affidavit, who can sign it?
  • ​What is the role of the person signing the affidavit in the estate division and affairs?​
  • Are there times when a small estate affidavit should not, or cannot, be used?​​
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Hiring a Lawyer

  • ​What should I look for when considering hiring a lawyer?
  • How should I find a lawyer?
  • Is there normally a contract to sign when I hire a lawyer?
  • What can I expect when I hire a lawyer?
  • Do all attorneys cost about the same amount?
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Elder Law

  • What is Elder Law?
  • ​​At what point is a guardian necessary?
  • ​How do I become a guardian, or appoint a guardian?
  • ​​​If someone petitions the court for guardianship of a family member, and I am in disagreement, what can I do?
  • What happens to my assets if I need long term health care services?
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Small Business

  • What do I need to start a business?
  • What are some of the common types of business organizations?
  • (Sole proprietorship, limited liability, partnership, corporation, general partnership, etc.)
  • How do I know which type I should be?
  • What are corporations, and are there different types?​
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Real Estate

  • Why do I need an attorney for a real estate transaction?
  • ​Aren’t most real estate contracts pretty standard?
  • ​What areas of real estate sales can an attorney assist me with?
  • ​​If I have already entered into a contract, what are my options?
  • ​Can a buyer and seller use the same attorney?
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Attorneys Fees

  • How do attorneys set their fees?
  • Do attorneys have different ways to charge for their services?
  • What do I do if I don’t think my attorney is doing a good job?
  • ​Can I fire my attorney at any time?
  • ​How do I file a complaint against an attorney?
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