Legal Protections for LGBTQ Individuals & Gay Marriage
As of December 13, 2022, the Respect for Marriage Act enshrining same-sex marriage into the US Consitution, was passed to provide legal... Read More
Happy New Year from Jill
A MESSAGE FROM JILL METZ Progress continues as the remarkable momentum for marriage equality has grown such that 35 states now recognize... Read More
Every LGBT couple in Illinois should have an estate plan
Estate plans are not just for people who have a lot of money or own a number of assets. Estate planning encompasses... Read More
Are you prepared with a durable power of attorney?
A durable power of attorney can provide broad powers to a trusted agent in the event you suffer some form of incapacity... Read More
Several factors must be considered when leaving money to charity
When you are putting together your estate plan, you may wish to leave money or property to more than your children and... Read More
Marriage Equality
A MESSAGE FROM JILL METZ Marriage Equality Is Here! It is a day for celebrating! Today, June 26, 2015, the U.S. Supreme... Read More
Legal planning for unmarried same-sex couples
On behalf of Jill Metz For gay and lesbian couples who choose not to marry pursuant to the Illinois Marriage Fairness Act or enter a... Read More
Legal planning for married same-sex couples
On behalf of Jill Metz After the ruling issued on June 26, 2015, by the U.S. Supreme Court, marriage for gay and... Read More
What should I know about dementia and estate planning?
On behalf of Jill Metz Legal and financial tools can help families plan for Alzheimer’s, dementia, and the need for long-term care.... Read More
Jill’s 2014 Message
A MESSAGE FROM JILL METZ 2013 was an amazing year in the law for inclusiveness and equality. This year the constitutional framework... Read More