Trust Administration in Illinois: What Happens After Death

by | Jun 25, 2026 | Blog, Client Relationships, Common Questions, Estate Planning, Healthcare Decisions, Kerlin Walsh Law, Living Trusts, Real Estate, Wills & Trusts, Women and Estate Planning

When families ask about Trusts, they almost always start with the same question: What is the difference between a Revocable and an Irrevocable Trust, and which do we need? The answer depends on your goals, and choosing incorrectly has consequences that most...

Revocable vs. Irrevocable Trusts in Illinois: Which Is Right?

by | Jun 18, 2026 | Blog, Client Relationships, Common Questions, End-of-Life wishes, Estate Planning, Healthcare Decisions, Kerlin Walsh Law, Living Trusts, Real Estate, Wills & Trusts, Women and Estate Planning

Most families who set up a Trust focus on creating and funding it, but fewer consider what happens when it must be administered. When a loved one passes, someone must follow the law and carry out the instructions in the Trust. This process can seem daunting, but...

Living Trust vs. Will in Illinois: What’s the Difference and Which Do You Need?

by | Jun 3, 2026 | Blog, Client Relationships, Common Questions, Estate Planning, Healthcare Decisions, Kerlin Walsh Law, Living Trusts, Wills & Trusts

A Will and a Living Trust are both essential estate planning tools, but are not interchangeable. Illinois families who confuse the two may discover the difference at the worst time. Knowing how each document works, what it covers, and its limits is key to a plan that...