Margaret Szymansky

Margaret Szymansky is an experienced probate and estate planning lawyer who helps individuals, families, and fiduciaries manage complex legal matters with clarity and confidence. She formed the Law Office of Margaret Szymansky LLC to deliver personalized legal solutions in estate planning, probate administration, trust administration, and trust and probate litigation.

Ms. Szymansky earned her J.D. from Loyola School of Law in 1994 and is licensed to practice law in Illinois. Education and training form the foundation of her practice and professional judgment.

Ms. Szymansky has concentrated her career on trust and probate litigation, representing executors, trustees, and personal representatives in high-stakes estate matters, with more than 28 years of focused experience. Her litigation background shaped her belief that well-drafted estate plans can prevent disputes, reduce costs, and protect families from unnecessary court involvement.

Ms. Szymansky worked with a Chicago-based probate and trust litigation firm, gaining extensive courtroom experience before establishing her own firm. Her work included a successful case before the Illinois Supreme Court that resulted in a ten-million-dollar verdict, as well as a petition to the United States Supreme Court involving professional licensure.

Ms. Szymansky helps clients achieve efficient, respectful resolutions of estate matters by guiding them through every stage of probate and trust administration. She also supports the broader community by providing educational seminars, advising nonprofit organizations, and offering pro bono legal services.

Ms. Szymansky is an active member of the American Bar Association Trust and Estate Law Section and has served on committees within the Chicago and Illinois State Bar Associations. Through experience, education, and careful planning, she provides reliable legal guidance designed to protect assets, honor intentions, and bring lasting peace of mind to those she represents.

Margaret Szymansky reflects a strong commitment to professionalism, precision, and results in every estate planning and probate matter she handles through her practice. Clients benefit from clear advice and steady legal leadership throughout.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Law Office of Margaret Szymansky LLC
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association
• Member, Chicago State Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association, Trust & Estate Law Section

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• Loyola School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Notre Dame
  BA with Magna Cum Laude

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