Abigail M. Chiesa

Abigail M. Chiesa is an expert attorney. She specializes in: estate planning, trust and estate administration, elder law, real estate law, and business transactions. Abigail has a long legal career across multiple states. She brings great expertise to her clients.

Abigail’s legal foundation is built on a stellar academic record. She earned a BA in Political Science, graduating magna cum laude from Southwestern University in 1990. She also minored in Economics. In 1993, she got her Juris Doctor from The George Washington University Law School. That year, she was admitted to the Maryland Bar. After moving to Illinois, Abigail was admitted to the Illinois State Bar in 2003.

Abigail’s legal career began with distinguished U.S. Army JAG Corps service. In her four years of active duty, she served as a legal advisor in Germany, Fort Bragg, and Bosnia. She earned many awards, including the NATO Medal and the Army Commendation Medal. Her service reflects her commitment to justice and dedication to upholding the law.

In private practice, Abigail has excelled as a trusted legal advisor to individuals, families, and businesses. Her work in estate planning and elder law ensures clients can protect their assets and secure their futures. She is an expert in residential and commercial real estate. She also knows business transactions and planning.

Abigail’s community and legal work is clear from her affiliations. She belongs to esteemed groups, like the Illinois State Bar Association, the Kane County Bar Association, and the Fox Valley Estate Planning Council. Her pro bono work earned her the DuPage Bar Foundation Pro Bono Award. It highlights her dedication to accessible legal services.

Abigail is also a published author and educator, sharing her business law and estate planning expertise. Her recognition in Illinois Super Lawyers underscores her reputation as a leader in her field.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Alschuler, Simantz & Hem, LLC
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, North Atlantic Treaty Organization
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association
• Member, Kane County Bar Association

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• George Washington University Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Southwestern University
  BA in Political Science with Magna Cum Laude

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