Trusted Estate Planning Attorney for Families in Madison County, Illinois
Future-Proof Your Legacy
Working with an experienced estate planning attorney that Madison County residents trust means peace of mind for every stage of life. From Edwardsville to rural townships—and across neighboring St Clair County and St Louis County—Lake Munro helps families and entrepreneurs secure assets, minimize taxes, and spare loved ones from probate headache
Our Estate Planning Services
Personalized documents that protect assets and honor your wishes
Financial and healthcare directives that keep decisions in trusted hands
Step-by-step support for executors in Madison County courts
Ensuring your healthcare wishes are honored while protecting assets from long-term care costs
Why Madison County Families Choose Lake Munro
Local Insight
We prepare and file estate documents daily at the Madison County Circuit Clerk’s office.
Dual-State Advantage
Licensed in Illinois and Missouri, we coordinate plans that cover property held in St Clair County or St Louis County.
Flat-Fee Transparency
Up-front quotes during your consultation so cost never keeps you from protecting your legacy.
Madison County Probate & Recording Basics
If a loved one passes without a trust, their estate is administered in the Third Judicial Circuit Probate Division in Edwardsville. Our team handles petitions, notices, and asset inventories, ensuring deadlines are met and beneficiaries receive their inheritances promptly.
FAQs
Where do I open probate in Madison County?
All probate cases start at the Circuit Clerk’s office in Edwardsville. We file every document for you.
How much does a basic will cost in Madison County?
Flat-fee packages will be discussed during your consultations, as your needs are unique to your situation; trust-based plans vary with complexity.
Do I need to live in the county to use your services?
No. We assist Illinois residents statewide and Missouri clients with property in Madison County.
What is the difference between a will and a living trust?
A will goes through probate; a living trust transfers assets directly to heirs and keeps details private.
Can I update my estate plan remotely?
Yes. We offer secure document sharing and virtual meeting signings for revisions.
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Schedule Your Free Case Review
Protect what you’ve built. Request a complimentary consultation—online, by phone, or in person—and see why families across Madison, St Clair, and St Louis Counties and beyond trust Lake Munro to safeguard their legacies.
