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Estate Planning Attorney in South Barrington

Illinois Estate Attorney Process

How our estate planning process works

1

Initial Discovery Call

We walk you through the estate planning basics and explain and discuss those options in more detail with you during our initial discovery phone call. If you are ready to schedule this now, please click the Schedule A Call link below.
2

The Questionnaire

Once you decide to move forward, we educate ourselves about your needs based on a questionnaire that we provide to you. CLICK HERE to download.
3

The Simple Estate Planning Strategy Session

Once we review the forms you provide to us, we schedule a follow-up Simple Estate Planning Strategy Session to explain and discuss the best options available to you, so you can decide how to proceed.
4

Drafting

Once you decide on how you want to proceed, we draft your estate plan based on your wishes and present the drafts to you for review.
5

The Signing

Once you review and finalize the estate planning documents, you then sign the finalized estate planning documents and breathe a sigh of relief knowing that you have taken a major step in simplifying your end-of-life needs and goals.
Michael LaCava Attorney

Michael LaCava

Attorney  //  LaCava Law Firm, LLC

Attorney Michael LaCava has a remarkable passion for helping people navigate the intricate realms of real estate and estate planning, and his journey is a testament to his unwavering dedication to both his professional pursuits and his role as a devoted family man.

Since 2013, Michael has honed his skills to become a trusted advisor for individuals seeking guidance in their property transactions and estate planning endeavors. His expertise extends beyond the technicalities of the law, as he is genuinely committed to understanding his clients’ unique needs and ensuring their financial and legal well-being.

Outside the professional realm, Michael finds comfort and joy in his role as a family man. He is a loving husband to his wife, Melanie, and a devoted father to three awesome kids. In his free time, you’ll find Michael and his family immersed in a variety of activities. From camping trips that bring them closer to nature, to fishing adventures that instill a love for the outdoors, to sporting events where  Michael enthusiastically cheers on and coaches his kids in their various sports, Michael cherishes these moments as opportunities to connect and share his life’s journey with family and friends.

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Michael LaCava Attorney

LaCava Law Firm, LLC is dedicated to providing affordable, responsive, and personal service to each client.

Our commitment to each client remains consistent, we treat each client with the professional attention and service they deserve, without cutting corners. The results of that dedication are evident in the reputation we have built. Our clients love us for good reason, we deliver and provide the level of service we promise.

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All about South Barrington

South Barrington is a residential suburb in Cook County, Illinois, United States, south of Barrington. The population was 4,993 at the 2018 census.[4] South Barrington is a wealthy suburb of Chicago featuring some of the largest homes in Illinois. It is the location of the famous megachurch Willow Creek Community Church, Goebbert’s Pumpkin Patch and Farm, and a lifestyle center (shopping center) named The Arboretum of South Barrington.

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_Barrington,_Illinois

Demographics of South Barrington

At the 2000 census,[8] there were 3,760 people, 1,147 households and 1,060 families residing in the village. The population density was 573.6 per square mile (221.3/km2). There were 1,172 housing units at an average density of 178.8 per square mile (69.0/km2). The racial makeup of the village was 69.6% White, 0.88% African American, 0.05% Native American, 26.6% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 0.53% from other races, and 1.78% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.84% of the population. In 2011, South Barrington was the Chicago suburb with the highest percentage of Asian people.[9]

There were 1,147 households, of which 47.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 86.1% were married couples living together, 4.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 7.5% were non-families. 5.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 1.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.28 and the average family size was 3.41.

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More Demographics of South Barrington

29.8% of the population were under the age of 18, 7.0% from 18 to 24, 20.3% from 25 to 44, 36.0% from 45 to 64, and 6.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.5 males.

The median household income was $170,755 and the median family income was $174,318. The per capita income was $76,078. About 1.4% of families and 2.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.5% of those under age 18 and 0.5% of those age 65 or over.

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Education in South Barrington

Most of South Barrington’s zoned public schools are in Barrington District 220. The schools in this district that the village attends are.

  • Barbara B Rose Elementary School (K-5)
  • Grove Avenue Elementary School (K-5)
  • Countryside Elementary School (K-5)
  • Barrington Middle School Prairie Campus (6-8)
  • Barrington Middle School Station Campus (6-8)
  • Barrington High School (9-12)

A small portion of the village attends Thomas Jefferson Elementary School (K-6) in nearby Hoffman Estates, Carl Sandburg Junior High School (7-8) in Rolling Meadows, both of District 54 and William Fremd High School (9-12) in Palatine of Township High School District 211. Another small portion of South Barrington is served by District 300, of Parkview Elementary School, Carpentersville Middle School and Dundee Crown High School, all of Carpentersville.

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_Barrington,_Illinois

Notable People from South Barrington

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_Barrington,_Illinois