At Quad City Life Planning, we are committed to helping individuals and families in Moline, IL, navigate the complexities of planning for life events, estate matters, and property transactions. Our practice areas cover every stage of life, from preparing for the future to guiding loved ones after a loss. Whether you need life planning, probate assistance, elder law guidance, or real estate legal services, our team is here to provide trusted solutions. Call us today at (309) 764-2577 to schedule a consultation and begin protecting what matters most.
Life Planning for Every Stage of Life
Life is full of changes, challenges, and milestones. Life planning ensures you are prepared for each stage of your journey. Unlike traditional estate planning that often focuses only on “death planning,” life planning is more comprehensive. It incorporates planning for your current life events, possible disability, and the legacy you will eventually leave behind.
At Quad City Life Planning, we customize plans that adapt to your needs, whether you are just starting your career, raising a family, or enjoying retirement. We create will-based, trust-based, or hybrid plans that balance protection, flexibility, and peace of mind. Our goal is to make sure your plan works not just for your future but for your present as well.
Probate and Trust Administration Services
Losing a loved one is never easy, and the legal process that follows can add unnecessary stress. That’s why our team provides compassionate and professional guidance through probate and trust administration.
Probate is the court-supervised process of validating a will, paying debts, and distributing assets. Trust administration, on the other hand, involves carrying out the instructions in a trust without going through probate. While these processes can be overwhelming, we simplify them for families by handling paperwork, guiding executors and trustees, and ensuring assets are transferred smoothly.
Our role is to relieve the burden from families during difficult times, ensuring the process is handled efficiently and in compliance with state laws.
Elder Law and Long-Term Care Planning
As loved ones age, families are often faced with questions about healthcare, finances, and long-term care. Our elder law practice focuses on protecting seniors and their families from the financial strain of aging. This includes Medicaid planning, asset protection, and strategies to preserve your hard-earned wealth while ensuring proper care.
We take a proactive approach, helping families prepare before a crisis occurs. By putting the right legal structures in place, we help seniors maintain independence, protect their dignity, and secure quality care. Elder law planning is not just about protecting money—it’s about protecting people.
Real Estate Legal Assistance
Real estate transactions are some of the largest financial decisions most people will ever make. At Quad City Life Planning, we provide real estate legal services for both residential and commercial properties in Moline, IL, and the surrounding areas. From drafting and reviewing contracts to resolving title issues and inheritance sales, we ensure your transaction is legally sound and protects your best interests.
We also assist clients who encounter real estate issues during probate or estate administration. Our experience in both estate law and real estate allows us to provide comprehensive support that bridges these two often-connected areas.
Integrated Legal Solutions for Families
What sets us apart is our ability to integrate all these practice areas into a single, cohesive plan. Life planning, probate, elder law, and real estate are not isolated services—they often overlap. For example, a comprehensive estate plan may include property transfers, healthcare powers of attorney, and guardianship designations.
By offering all these services under one roof, we provide our clients with clarity, consistency, and long-term support. We take the time to educate families, explain their options, and guide them toward solutions that work best for their circumstances.
Why Choose Quad City Life Planning?
Choosing the right attorney is about more than just legal knowledge—it’s about trust, compassion, and communication. At Quad City Life Planning, we treat each client as a partner on their life planning journey. We listen carefully, explain your options clearly, and build customized plans that meet your needs today and in the future.
Attorney Ben Bekel leads our team with years of experience in elder law, estate planning, probate, and real estate. Licensed in both Iowa and Illinois, Ben combines professional skill with a genuine dedication to the Quad Cities community.