Daniel E. Lifka

Daniel E. Lifka is an accomplished attorney with a practice focused on estate planning, wills and trusts, probate, and business law. His work emphasizes clarity, precision, and trusted counsel, helping individuals, families, and business owners make informed legal decisions that protect their interests and ensure long-term stability in both personal and corporate matters.

Mr. Lifka earned his B.S. from Bradley University before completing his J.D. with honors at Chicago-Kent College of Law. His strong academic foundation in law, paired with prior professional experience in consulting and financial services, equips him with practical insight and analytical skills to address complex estate and business concerns.

Before entering the legal field, Mr. Lifka worked as a consultant for a public accounting and consulting firm, handling engagements across government and healthcare sectors. He later advanced to Business Development Director for a major financial services company, managing strategic initiatives and negotiating high-level partnerships involving new technology products and industry collaborations.

In 1995, Mr. Lifka began practicing law as a sole practitioner, applying his combined business and legal experience to client matters with a disciplined and strategic approach. By early 1996, he co-founded LIFKA & LIFKA, where he expanded his practice to include estate planning, estate and trust administration, probate, and corporate governance for small- and mid-sized businesses.

Mr. Lifka assists clients in developing comprehensive estate plans, structuring wills and trusts that reflect their intentions and safeguard future generations. His probate and administration work guides families through necessary legal steps with efficiency and professionalism, ensuring each estate is handled with care and compliance.

In his corporate and business law practice, Daniel E. Lifka advises companies on formation, governance, and ongoing operational matters. His background in financial services helps clients navigate contractual relationships and organizational planning with confidence and clarity.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founding Partner, Lifka & Lifka, P.C.
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Bradley University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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