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Families & Futures

Naperville, IL Law Firm

When disputes arise among heirs or beneficiaries after a loved one is lost, you don’t need a transactional lawyer to help you – you need a trial lawyer to aggressively represent your interests in the courtroom. If you have rights that you need to pursue or protect, contact Hess Law Firm today.

Estate Planning

Wills, trusts and powers of attorney should be essential pieces of everyone's estate plan, no matter the size of your estate.

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Probate, Estate, Trust Administration

Probate, trust and guardianship matters are complex and require a skilled attorney to help guide you.

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Contested Estate and Trust Litigation

With over a decade of litigation experience, Hess Law Firm is uniquely qualified to protect your interests in the courtroom.

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Small Business General Counsel Program

Our Small Business General Counsel program gives business owners access to their own on-call legal department, day or night.

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What Our Clients Say

“I have been a client of Mr. Hess for several years. It’s hard to put into words how professional he is and extremely prompt in returning emails and telephone calls. Also, I should mention he won the case for me that he tried in court. His prepa…” – Larry P., Libertyville, IL

“Matt Hess has been an incredible resource for me in both my roles as a business owner and individual. Matt’s approach to guide with as much or as little assistance as one requires is something not a lot of lawyers seem to possess. His breadth o…” – Joe A., Rock Island, IL

“I came to Matt during a family crisis. He was compassionate and sensitive to my situation. Not once did I feel like I was just another client. Those qualities, coupled with his expertise, knowledge, professionalism, and timeliness, are why I recommen…” – Diane N., Streamwood, IL

“You were always available at the drop of a hat when I needed something, or just had a basic question. Your response time was exceptional, which I really appreciate! Hiring you would an excellent decision. You are a hard-working, intelligent and carin…” – Heidi B., Clive, Iowa

“Matt is an excellent writer and his deposition summaries were always very concise and easily understandable. I also believe he captured the essence of what was important and meaningful from the testimony given. It was always a pleasure working with M…” – Donna C., Naperville, IL

“I found that many of the attorneys that I had retained were technically proficient, but lacked various interpersonal skills that I believe were necessary to be successful in an intricate environment involving complex personalities and potentially con…” – Harry H., New Buffalo, Michigan

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Welcome to our Naperville, Illinois, law firm, where our dedicated team combines legal experience with a personal touch.

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Our Latest Articles

Will vs. Living Trust: Understanding the Differences

When it comes to estate planning, there are a variety of tools available to help individuals and families protect their assets and plan for the future. Two of the most common estate planning documents are wills and living trusts. While they both serv…

Why Probate a Will

A will is a legal document that allows you to distribute your assets and property after your death. It can also be used for other purposes, such as naming an executor or trustee to oversee the property left behind by the deceased person or, if you ha…

Who Can Sue for Breach of Fiduciary Duty?

Introduction A fiduciary is a person or entity who has been entrusted with the care of another’s assets, generally for the purpose of carrying out the desires or intent of the trustor. Because of the trust inherent in a fiduciary relationship,…

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