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The LaCava Journal

How to Leave Money to a Charity in Your Illinois Estate Plan
Michael LaCavaSeptember 5, 2026How to Leave Money to a Charity in Your Illinois Estate Plan

What Happens to Your Digital Assets When You Die in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaSeptember 2, 2026What Happens to Your Digital Assets When You Die in Illinois?

What Happens to Jointly Owned Property When One Owner Dies in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaAugust 27, 2026What Happens to Jointly Owned Property When One Owner Dies in Illinois?

How to Choose a Guardian for Your Children in Illinois
Michael LaCavaAugust 27, 2026How to Choose a Guardian for Your Children in Illinois

Can a Minor Child Receive an Inheritance in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaAugust 20, 2026Can a Minor Child Receive an Inheritance in Illinois?

What Is a Codicil in Illinois and When Should You Use One?
Michael LaCavaAugust 16, 2026What Is a Codicil in Illinois and When Should You Use One?

Estate Planning for Pet Owners in Illinois: How to Protect Your Pets if You Die or Become Incapacitated
Michael LaCavaAugust 13, 2026Estate Planning for Pet Owners in Illinois: How to Protect Your Pets if You Die or Become Incapacitated

Estate Planning for Unmarried Couples in Illinois: What You Need to Know
Michael LaCavaAugust 10, 2026Estate Planning for Unmarried Couples in Illinois: What You Need to Know

Estate Planning for Small Business Owners in Illinois: Protecting Your Business and Your Family
Michael LaCavaAugust 6, 2026Estate Planning for Small Business Owners in Illinois: Protecting Your Business and Your Family

How to Choose the Right Executor for Your Estate in Illinois
Michael LaCavaAugust 3, 2026How to Choose the Right Executor for Your Estate in Illinois

What Happens to Your Digital Assets When You Die in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaJuly 28, 2026What Happens to Your Digital Assets When You Die in Illinois?

Do Beneficiary Designations Override a Will in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaJuly 26, 2026Do Beneficiary Designations Override a Will in Illinois?

Estate Planning for Families With a Loved One Who Has Special Needs
Michael LaCavaJuly 23, 2026Estate Planning for Families With a Loved One Who Has Special Needs

What Is a Transfer on Death Instrument (TODI) in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaJuly 19, 2026What Is a Transfer on Death Instrument (TODI) in Illinois?

How Often Should You Update Your Estate Plan in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaJuly 16, 2026How Often Should You Update Your Estate Plan in Illinois?

Estate Planning for Blended Families in Illinois: What You Should Consider
Michael LaCavaJuly 12, 2026Estate Planning for Blended Families in Illinois: What You Should Consider

What Is Probate in New York? A Step-by-Step Guide for Families
Michael LaCavaJuly 8, 2026What Is Probate in New York? A Step-by-Step Guide for Families

What Is a Power of Attorney and Why Is It So Important?
Michael LaCavaJuly 5, 2026What Is a Power of Attorney and Why Is It So Important?

Do You Need a Trust or Is a Will Enough? Understanding the Difference
Michael LaCavaJune 17, 2026Do You Need a Trust or Is a Will Enough? Understanding the Difference

What Happens If Someone Dies Without a Will in New York?
Michael LaCavaJune 14, 2026What Happens If Someone Dies Without a Will in New York?

What Is Probate in Illinois and How Can You Help Your Family Avoid It?
Michael LaCavaJune 11, 2026What Is Probate in Illinois and How Can You Help Your Family Avoid It?

Do You Need a Will or a Living Trust? Understanding the Difference
Michael LaCavaJune 7, 2026Do You Need a Will or a Living Trust? Understanding the Difference

What Happens If You Die Without a Will in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaJune 4, 2026What Happens If You Die Without a Will in Illinois?

Do You Need a Will, a Trust, or Both? Understanding Your Estate Planning Options
Michael LaCavaJune 1, 2026Do You Need a Will, a Trust, or Both? Understanding Your Estate Planning Options

Why Updating Your Estate Plan Is Just as Important as Creating One
Michael LaCavaMay 21, 2026Why Updating Your Estate Plan Is Just as Important as Creating One

Why Estate Planning Is About Protecting Your Family Not Just Your Assets
Michael LaCavaMay 17, 2026Why Estate Planning Is About Protecting Your Family Not Just Your Assets

When Should You Update Your Estate Plan?
Michael LaCavaMay 14, 2026When Should You Update Your Estate Plan?

Why Estate Planning Is Important Even for Younger Families
Michael LaCavaMay 11, 2026Why Estate Planning Is Important Even for Younger Families

What Happens to Your Estate Plan If You Remarry in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaMay 7, 2026What Happens to Your Estate Plan If You Remarry in Illinois?

How to Protect Your Assets Before Retirement in Illinois
Michael LaCavaMay 4, 2026How to Protect Your Assets Before Retirement in Illinois

What Happens to Your Estate Plan If You Move to Another State?
Michael LaCavaApril 28, 2026What Happens to Your Estate Plan If You Move to Another State?

How Does Divorce Affect Your Estate Plan in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaApril 26, 2026How Does Divorce Affect Your Estate Plan in Illinois?

What Assets Should You Put in a Trust in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaApril 23, 2026What Assets Should You Put in a Trust in Illinois?

Do You Need a Will or a Trust or Both in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaApril 19, 2026Do You Need a Will or a Trust or Both in Illinois?

How Much Does Estate Planning Cost in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaApril 16, 2026How Much Does Estate Planning Cost in Illinois?

Top Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaApril 12, 2026Top Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid in Illinois?

What Is Title Insurance and Do You Need It When Buying a Home in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaApril 9, 2026What Is Title Insurance and Do You Need It When Buying a Home in Illinois?

Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney When Buying a Home in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaApril 5, 2026Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney When Buying a Home in Illinois?

What Are the Most Common Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaMarch 31, 2026What Are the Most Common Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid in Illinois?

What Does an Executor of an Estate Do in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaMarch 29, 2026What Does an Executor of an Estate Do in Illinois?

How Do You Choose the Right Executor for Your Estate?
Michael LaCavaMarch 26, 2026How Do You Choose the Right Executor for Your Estate?

How Can You Avoid Probate in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaMarch 23, 2026How Can You Avoid Probate in Illinois?

What Is a Living Trust and Do You Need One in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaMarch 19, 2026What Is a Living Trust and Do You Need One in Illinois?

What Is a Power of Attorney and Why Is It Important in Estate Planning?
Michael LaCavaMarch 16, 2026What Is a Power of Attorney and Why Is It Important in Estate Planning?

How Does Probate Work in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaMarch 12, 2026How Does Probate Work in Illinois?

When Should You Update Your Estate Plan in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaMarch 9, 2026When Should You Update Your Estate Plan in Illinois?

How Can a Trust Help Avoid Probate in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaMarch 5, 2026How Can a Trust Help Avoid Probate in Illinois?

What Happens When Someone Passes Away Without a Will in Illinois?
Michael LaCavaMarch 2, 2026What Happens When Someone Passes Away Without a Will in Illinois?

Professional Estate Planning Services in Oak Park, IL
Michael LaCavaFebruary 25, 2026Professional Estate Planning Services in Oak Park, IL

Residential Real Estate Lawyer in Evanston, Illinois
Michael LaCavaFebruary 23, 2026Residential Real Estate Lawyer in Evanston, Illinois

Trusted Estate Planning Attorney in Evanston, IL
Michael LaCavaFebruary 20, 2026Trusted Estate Planning Attorney in Evanston, IL

Residential Real Estate Lawyer in Springfield, Illinois
Michael LaCavaFebruary 17, 2026Residential Real Estate Lawyer in Springfield, Illinois

Wills vs. Trusts: Which Estate Planning Tool Is Right for You?
Michael LaCavaFebruary 12, 2026Wills vs. Trusts: Which Estate Planning Tool Is Right for You?

Why Every Adult Should Have an Estate Plan
Michael LaCavaFebruary 9, 2026Why Every Adult Should Have an Estate Plan

Expert Estate Planning Attorney in Springfield, IL
Michael LaCavaFebruary 6, 2026Expert Estate Planning Attorney in Springfield, IL

Residential Real Estate Lawyer in Joliet, Illinois
Michael LaCavaFebruary 2, 2026Residential Real Estate Lawyer in Joliet, Illinois

Residential Real Estate Lawyer in Aurora, Illinois
Michael LaCavaJanuary 27, 2026Residential Real Estate Lawyer in Aurora, Illinois

Professional Estate Planning Services in Joliet, IL
Michael LaCavaJanuary 26, 2026Professional Estate Planning Services in Joliet, IL

Trusted Estate Planning Attorney in Aurora, IL
Michael LaCavaJanuary 23, 2026Trusted Estate Planning Attorney in Aurora, IL

Residential Real Estate Lawyer in Naperville, Illinois
Michael LaCavaJanuary 20, 2026Residential Real Estate Lawyer in Naperville, Illinois

Residential Real Estate Lawyer in Chicago, Illinois
Michael LaCavaJanuary 17, 2026Residential Real Estate Lawyer in Chicago, Illinois

Expert Estate Planning Services in Naperville, IL
Michael LaCavaJanuary 13, 2026Expert Estate Planning Services in Naperville, IL

Frequently Asked Questions About Real Estate Law
Michael LaCavaJanuary 6, 2026Frequently Asked Questions About Real Estate Law

Top Estate Planning Attorney Services in Chicago, IL
Michael LaCavaJanuary 6, 2026Top Estate Planning Attorney Services in Chicago, IL

Frequently Asked Questions About Estate Planning
Michael LaCavaDecember 22, 2025Frequently Asked Questions About Estate Planning

Including Digital Assets in Your Illinois Estate Plan
Michael LaCavaDecember 22, 2025Including Digital Assets in Your Illinois Estate Plan

Simplified Probate: Small Estate Administration
Michael LaCavaDecember 16, 2025Simplified Probate: Small Estate Administration

Navigating the Probate Process: A Step-by-Step Guide
Michael LaCavaDecember 16, 2025Navigating the Probate Process: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Revoke a Power of Attorney: A Step-by-Step Guide
Michael LaCavaDecember 10, 2025How to Revoke a Power of Attorney: A Step-by-Step Guide

Making Healthcare Decisions: Medical Power of Attorney
Michael LaCavaDecember 10, 2025Making Healthcare Decisions: Medical Power of Attorney

How to Fund a Trust: A Step-by-Step Guide
Michael LaCavaDecember 3, 2025How to Fund a Trust: A Step-by-Step Guide

Trust Administration: Duties and Responsibilities
Michael LaCavaDecember 3, 2025Trust Administration: Duties and Responsibilities

Planning for the Future: Special Needs Trusts
Michael LaCavaDecember 3, 2025Planning for the Future: Special Needs Trusts


Estate Planning And Professional Help
Michael LaCavaSeptember 15, 2024Estate Planning And Professional Help

Estate Planning Strategies and Advice
Michael LaCavaSeptember 12, 2024Estate Planning Strategies and Advice




Estate Planning And General Advice
Michael LaCavaAugust 29, 2024Estate Planning And General Advice






Estate Planning Attorney Near Me Free Consultation
Michael LaCavaAugust 9, 2024Estate Planning Attorney Near Me Free Consultation


Why Estate Planning Is Important
Michael LaCavaAugust 3, 2024Why Estate Planning Is Important

What Is An Estate Planning Attorney?
Michael LaCavaJuly 31, 2024What Is An Estate Planning Attorney?




How to Find the Best Real Estate Lawyer
Michael LaCavaJuly 9, 2024How to Find the Best Real Estate Lawyer

What Does a Real Estate Attorney Do?
Michael LaCavaJune 26, 2024What Does a Real Estate Attorney Do?

Understanding the Spousal Share Elective in Illinois: A Basic Introduction
Michael LaCavaApril 10, 2024Understanding the Spousal Share Elective in Illinois: A Basic Introduction

Revocable Trusts: What Is a Revocable Trust and Do I Need One?
Michael LaCavaJanuary 20, 2024Revocable Trusts: What Is a Revocable Trust and Do I Need One?

Ensuring a Secure Future: How a Will Can Safeguard the Care of Your Minor Children
Michael LaCavaDecember 31, 2021Ensuring a Secure Future: How a Will Can Safeguard the Care of Your Minor Children

Understanding Intestacy: What Happens If I Pass Away Without a Will?
Michael LaCavaDecember 31, 2021Understanding Intestacy: What Happens If I Pass Away Without a Will?

How to Choose the Right Real Estate Attorney for You
Michael LaCavaDecember 31, 2021How to Choose the Right Real Estate Attorney for You

4 Reasons Why You Need a Real Estate Lawyer When Buying a Rental Property
Michael LaCavaDecember 31, 20214 Reasons Why You Need a Real Estate Lawyer When Buying a Rental Property