The Law Office of Anthony R. Scifo

The Law Office of Anthony R. Scifo Experienced in Probate, Guardianship Litigation, Personal Injury, and Child Custody Litigation.

05/31/2017

It is never too late to plan for the future unless of course, you are reading this from beyond the end of your life. Many begin estate planning at a major life-altering milestone, such as a marriage or the birth of a child. However, this is not always the case. Many live decades with large families…

05/12/2017

The end of someone’s life is emotional. Sometimes, loved ones spend as much time as possible enjoying the time remaining. Often the last thing coming to mind is the location of the will. Once the decedent passes, there may be a detailed search through the home to locate the will that your loved one…

04/21/2017

Circumstances change in the blink of an eye. Tomorrow is never a guarantee. Therefore, it is wise to have a will in place to declare what should happen to your assets if you pass away. If a will is already in place, it is important to revisit it on a regular basis and during major life event…

04/15/2017

A power of attorney (POA) is a legal document that enables someone you trust to act on your behalf. Legally speaking, this person can sign your name and act as though they are you with this notarized record. Many times these are used when someone is no longer able to complete transactions…

04/01/2017

During a divorce and child custody battles, every action occurs under intense scrutiny. With the rise of social media, divorce litigation has a proclivity to become exponentially uglier with the inclusion of each intricate detail of one’s daily life. We all know well enough by now the havoc that…

03/22/2017

We cannot always predict when ourselves or a loved one will pass away. Even if someone is happy and healthy, an unforeseen scenario may unfold, leaving those left behind grieving. In addition to the natural grieving process, those closest to the decedent often gain the burden of responsibility for…

02/15/2017

Whenever the decision to enter an elderly family member into a long-term care facility, questions race through our minds about the care received at each location. Lawmakers set out to give peace of mind to residents and their families by creating laws surrounding the care to which each is entitled.…

01/19/2017

Divorce affects everyone differently. The recovery period is lengthy and arduous for some individuals, leading to a choice to stay single for an extended period. Others choose to begin a new relationship with a new romantic partner as soon as possible. Are either option preferable during divorce…

01/18/2017

With the new year comes significant changes to several pieces of legislation in Illinois. Elder law is not exempt from these changes, although most are minor. One specifically is important to the families and patients residing in long-term care facilities. If the resident has a roommate, the new…

12/22/2016

You have an estate, regardless of whether you have planned for it or not. An estate is everything you own, from your vehicle to your home and everything inside of it. Your property also includes the comparatively small items, such as your dishes and tool set. When you pass away, you cannot take it…

12/13/2016

A power of attorney (POA) is a valuable legal document enabling one individual to act on behalf of another. There are various degrees of control with these papers ranging from allowing someone to initial utilities under your name to building and buying a brand new home. Therefore, it is important…

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