On behalf of Robert S. Thomas, Attorney at Law | May 31, 2017 | Estate Planning, Probate
There are many reasons to establish trusts when estate planning. One common reason is that the individual planning their estate has doubts about the emotional maturity or financial responsibility of their beneficiaries. This is particularly the case when it comes to...
On behalf of Robert S. Thomas, Attorney at Law | May 29, 2017 | Taxation
The IRS has incredible powers to get your attention if you are delinquent in paying your tax bill. These include a federal tax lien, a levy, or a seizure of property. These actions are disruptive, inescapable, and can put your life on hold. If you find yourself the...
On behalf of Robert S. Thomas, Attorney at Law | May 26, 2017 | Estate Planning
If you own a family business, you know the hard work and sacrifice that it has taken to build. In fact, you may see your business as your life’s work and a vital part of your legacy. That is why it is so important to consider your business when you go through the...
On behalf of Robert S. Thomas, Attorney at Law | May 24, 2017 | Family Law
Child custody can be incredibly complex and intricate. It is so important that parents and courts develop custody arrangements that are realistic and meet children’s needs. In Illinois, these formal arrangements are called parenting plans. Under the Illinois Marriage...
On behalf of Robert S. Thomas, Attorney at Law | May 22, 2017 | Family Law
Going to trial can be a stunningly unpleasant experience. There is a natural anxiety that comes with testifying in a courtroom. But those feelings multiply when the subject matter is a divorce. After all, the long-simmering anger between spouses is at a natural...
On behalf of Robert S. Thomas, Attorney at Law | May 19, 2017 | Estate Planning
Our children mean everything to us. We watch them grow and develop from babies into little people with personalities and opinions. We see ourselves in them and take pride when we see them implement lessons we’ve taught them. We want them to have good lives and...
On behalf of Robert S. Thomas, Attorney at Law | May 17, 2017 | Taxation
Treasury Secretary Supports Increased IRS Hiring New Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin has advocated for increased hiring at the IRS. During his confirmation hearings, he expressed concern that the IRS, a government agency tasked with collecting revenues, has seen...
On behalf of Robert S. Thomas, Attorney at Law | May 16, 2017 | Estate Planning, Probate, Taxation
Planning for federal estate taxes with a large estate can be incredibly challenging. Attorneys spend years learning and mastering the various approaches to helping clients maximize their estates and leveraging tax advantages. This is so that their loved ones can...
On behalf of Robert S. Thomas, Attorney at Law | May 15, 2017 | Family Law
Separations and divorces are a time of great turmoil and disruption for everyone in a family. There are huge logistical questions that have to be answered, like the future of the children, your finances, and everyone’s living arrangements. Beyond these big questions...
On behalf of Robert S. Thomas, Attorney at Law | May 12, 2017 | Estate Planning, Probate
We love our kids and would do nearly anything for them. We want to keep them safe and to provide for them. However, they can drive us absolutely crazy sometimes because they are prone to making terrible decisions. For example, when your pre-teen rang up a $300 bill...
