Estate Planning

Join attorney Michael J. Maslanka as he discusses power of attorney, living wills, last wills, trusts, deeds, and more. Presented in partnership with Pathlights. Signup required, attend in person or view recording later.

Pathlights helps more than 15,000 people each year understand their options as they age. Our experienced team is highly specialized and works together united in our mission. We pride ourselves on collaboration with diverse partners and as a convener of conversation and action to promote policies that encourage a healthy aging community. We listen and empower our clients to take steps that can enhance their lives.

Speaker Bio: Michael J. Maslanka has been an attorney for over 39 years and is a graduate of Brother Rice High School and St. Xavier University. Michael is an attorney in the law firm of Sacks, Goreczny, Maslanka & Costello, P.C. He has been licensed to practice law in Illinois since 1984, and is also admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, and the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Illinois.

He is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association and has been actively involved in their work for decades.

Michael has co-authored articles which were published in law journals. He has been a moderator and speaker at many Continuing Legal Education seminars, been quoted in the L.A. Times and in several law articles, and authors many legal articles for newsletters. He presents legal programs throughout the year at public libraries and fairs.

Over 39 years, Michael has represented or counseled thousands of clients, including laborers, doctors, judges, and lawyers, in a wide variety of cases. He is fluent in Spanish, and has been making in-home and nursing center visits for many years, to veterans, seniors, and disabled clients.