John Heggie is a dedicated public servant, committed to serving both his country and his community. John served in the United States Army and later served in the National Guard. While earning his law degree, John was active with the Veterans Clinic at the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, where he counseled veterans and their families on matters involving real property and estate planning. 

 

In the spring of 2015, Glenview voters elected John to his first term on the District 34 Board of Education. John served as the Board’s Vice President during his second term, which concluded in the spring of 2023. 

 

John’s legal background is complemented by his engineering degree and experience in risk management. When advising individuals, families, and business owners, John understands that there is no “one-size-fits-all” solution. His experience in estate planning, probate, and business formation allows him to provide thoughtful, practical, and tailored legal guidance. Every individual, family, and family-owned business has a unique set of circumstances, and John takes the time to understand those circumstances and develop strategies that fit each client’s needs. 

 

To John, estate planning is about real people. He has a passion for crafting a tailored plan that best suits the clients’ needs for today while helping them prepare for tomorrow. His deep experience in both corporate law and family held businesses comes from his own background as a small business owner, extensive insurance industry experience, and his love of the law. John has been selected as an Illinois Super Lawyer based on factors including peer recognition and professional achievement, and he has previously been recognized as an Illinois Rising Star. 

 

John is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association’s Trust and Estate Council and the North Suburban Bar Association. He has also supported the advancement of women in the legal profession, most notably through his membership in the Women’s Bar Association of Illinois (WBAI) during his wife Corinne’s tenure as WBAI President from 2019 to 2020. 

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John believes strongly in community engagement. In addition to his school board work, John, an Eagle Scout, is the Assistant Scoutmaster and Advancement Chair for Boy Scout Troop 156. He has coached youth sports for many years through Glenview Youth Baseball and the Glenview Park District. John is a proud supporter and legal advisor to the Glenview Junior Titan football team. He is also active in ministries that support women and children in crisis through Our Lady of Perpetual Help. 

 

John and his wife, Judge Corinne Heggie, live in Glenview, where they are raising their three sons.