Creating a Legacy
By Sandra Crawford & Corinne Heggie The benefits and beneficiaries of planned giving. THE ILLINOIS BAR FOUNDATION (IBF) is the charitable...
- Oct 10
Why Being Prepared = Peace of Mind
Mary Etta set her team in four documents: 1. health care power of attorney; 2. property power of attorney; 3. will and 4. revocable trust.
- Jul 20
Faites un plan aujourd’hui (make a plan today)
From the Glenview Herald, "Estates Made Easy," column with Corinne Cantwell Heggie Professor Mathy at the University of Illinois,...
- Mar 25
Protect yourself from probate by knowing how you own real estate
From the Glenview Herald, "Estates Made Easy," column with Corinne Cantwell Heggie In mid-March, Boy Scout Troop 156 hosts its Winter...
- Feb 24
Details matter in life — and they matter just as much after you die
From the Glenview Herald, "Estates Made Easy," column with Corinne Cantwell Heggie The Trinity Irish Dance Company performed at the...
- Jan 27
Picking a right guardian for your kids is imperative
From the Glenview Herald, "Estates Made Easy," column with Corinne Cantwell Heggie Our neighborhood is teeming with children. Our...
- Dec 27, 2021
If you’re 18 or older, it’s time to think seriously about drafting a will and powers of attorney
From the Glenview Herald, "Estates Made Easy," column with Corinne Cantwell Heggie I have 39 first cousins. From oldest to youngest, we...
- Nov 24, 2021
Finding the Positives in Challenging Times
After nearly two chaotic years, firms have found a greater sense of community, improved communications and social awareness. As we enter...
- Nov 19, 2021
Don’t let gratitude get lost in the hustle of daily life
From the Glenview Herald, "Estates Made Easy," column with Corinne Cantwell Heggie Friends, I have traversed the route between Waukegan...
- Oct 25, 2021
Don't Put Off The Difficult Conversations
From the Glenview Herald, "Estates Made Easy," column with Corinne Cantwell Heggie Friends, there are too many things in life that people...
- Sep 5, 2021
Let's take the mystery out of estate planning
From the Glenview Herald, "Estates Made Easy," column with Corinne Cantwell Heggie Friends, a recent show hosted by Jon Hansen of WGN...
- Aug 10, 2021
Three Documents YOUR 18-year-old Needs!
Written by Corinne Cantwell Heggie, Expert Contributor for Glenview Living. When my sons have Glenbrook Swim Club practice, I walk the...
- Aug 10, 2021
Let's Talk Legal, WGN Radio
Partner John Heggie joined Jon Hansen to discuss why you need an estate plan regardless of tax bracket, income, or marital status on...
- Aug 10, 2021
Make memories now and take simple steps to protect your future.
Written by Corinne Heggie for the Estates Made Easy column published by the Glenview Daily Herald Friends, I am a proud townie. But for...
- Jun 5, 2021
Give your 18-year-old the gift of power
From the "Estates Made Easy" by Corinne Cantwell Heggie, as seen in the Daily Herald. Download the Article at the bottom of the page....
- May 21, 2021
Estate Planning 101
By Corinne Cantwell Heggie, Expert Contributor for Glenview Living To prepare yourself for estate planning, it helps to reimagine what...
- May 5, 2021
Don't be like Prince. Have a will ready.
Estates Made Easy with Corinne Cantwell Heggie My music app is neither organized nor hip. It drives my oldest son nuts when he is deejay...
- Apr 8, 2021
New Illinois Law Facilitates Virtual Estate Planning
By Corinne Cantwell Heggie & Jackie Melinger Published by the North Suburban Bar Association As COVID-19 gripped the globe, it brought a...
- Mar 8, 2021
Are you prepared?
Are you prepared? It can be hard to open your mind to appoint a decision-maker. No one wants to face the possibility that one day you may...
- Nov 17, 2020
Making a Plan Now Prevents Headaches Later
A popular anthem from thought leaders of every stripe is to establish a plan and execute it. With a plan, they implore, measure success, spo