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The Supreme Court of Illinois does not recognize certifications of specialties in the practice of law, and I do not hold myself out as a specialist. However, I concentrate my practice in the following areas: appeals, criminal, business litigation, family, juvenile, and real estate matters.

-Successfully completed over 2,200 estate plans ranging in size to $210 million.
-Assisted in redirecting more than $150 million away from estate taxes and to charities and heirs.
-Eliminated estate taxes in more than 450 estate plans which were otherwise taxable.
-Conducted more than 50 briefings, seminars and workshops on estate and tax elimination planning.
-Co-author of "Combining Life Insurance and Annuity Policies to Create a Financial Engine for a Nongrantor CLAT," Journal of Practical Estate Planning, CCH Incorporated, August-September, 2004.
-Author of "Tax Elimination Planning", "The Ten Most Common Mistakes in Estate Planning", "How a Charitable Trust Can Save You Taxes", and "The New Tax Law- An Update" for a national charity's newsletter.
-Graduate of the Family Wealth Counseling two-year training school on Tax Elimination Planning, and of the Renaissance School of Social Capital concentrating on Charitable planning tools.
-Has for 13 years successfully represented an Illinois based university in assisting donors to make planned gifts, including Gift Annuities, Charitable Remainder Trusts, bargain sale gifts and other planned gifts.
-Has for 13 years successfully represented a national charity, has conducted a national workshop program resulting in Charitable Remainder Trusts, Revocable Living Trusts, Charitable Lead Trusts, Gift Annuities and outright cash gifts.
-Founder and Director of The Good News Foundation, which is an ECFA approved charity devoted to educating Americans about their estate planning options.
-Has for ten years successfully represented a senior assisted living facility in its planned giving programs.
-Completed the Heckerling Institute and the Notre Dame Estate Planning Institute on Estate Planning.

At the Law Offices of Michael Meschino, we represent clients throughout the northwest suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, including Palatine, Arlington Heights, Wheeling, Rolling Meadows, Buffalo Grove, and Barrington. We understand that when a person needs a lawyer, the underlying legal matter is important. As such, we are committed to providing every client with the attention they need and deserve.

Family Law
We are available to handle divorce law and all of its related matters, including property division, child custody, and spousal support, also known as spousal maintenance. When you retain our services, you will discover that we are willing to take the time to make certain that you understand all of your legal options during these difficult and life-changing times.

Criminal Defense
At the Law Offices of Michael Meschino, we are prepared to defend you against a wide range of criminal charges, including drunk driving, shoplifting, and traffic violations. We understand the impact that a criminal charge can have on your life. We are here to minimize that impact.

Domestic Violence
In Illinois, there are two ways to become entangled in a domestic violence matter: through a divorce filing or by being charged with domestic battery by the police. In either event contacting an experience domestic violence attorney is essential. Michael Meschino brings more than twenty years of legal experience to Illinois domestic violence matters.

Real Estate
We can help you with a variety of real estate matters. From the home buying process to the closing, our residential real estate lawyer can help. We are also available to handle complicated real estate and construction litigation matters.

Estate Planning and Probate
We can help ensure that hard-earned property and assets are passed on appropriately. From the creation of wills and trusts, to assisting with the probate process, we will stand by your side to see that all of your needs are met.

Email us or call us at 1-800-835-4202 to schedule a free initial consultation.