KISELSTEIN FRANCKOWIAK LAW GROUP - Key Persons
Founder and partner of Kiselstein Franckowiak Law Group, during his career Bruce focused his practice on living trusts, estate taxation, asset protection, probate, irrevocable trusts, and trust administration. A graduate of John Marshall Law School and the University of Connecticut, before he retired in June of 2020, Bruce had over 30 years of drafting sophisticated, custom estate plans focused on tax reduction strategies and meeting unique planning goals.
Bruce truly enjoyed educating clients as he guided them through the estate planning process. He has conducted hundreds of seminars for corporations, private organizations, non-profits, and the public. Bruce received the AVVO Client Choice Award in 2017.
He was an active member and past president of the Northwest Suburban Estate Planning Council and served on the Gift Planning Advisory Council and Planned Gifts Committee for the Northwest Community Hospital Foundation.
Education
Juris Doctorate
John Marshall Law School
Elea is an associate attorney at Kiselstein Franckowiak Law Group and joined the firm in 2020. She is a Chicago Kent College of Law graduate, New York University Tisch School of the Arts, and Illinois Wesleyan University. While Elea's practice focuses on Estate Planning, Trust Administration, and Probate, her previous experience in Family and Divorce law allows her to thoughtfully advise clients on family law issues associated with their estate matters.
Elea is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association.
Education
Juris Doctorate
Chicago-Kent College of Law
Job Titles:
- Office Manager
- in 2018 As Our Accounting Specialist
Gary joined Kiselstein Franckowiak Law Group in 2018 as our Accounting Specialist. In his current role as Office Manager, he brings over 25 years of full-cycle accounting experience in the professional services industry and is a valuable asset to the firm.
Gary's specialties include managing financial and operational data, and streamlining the financial processes necessary to help a business succeed. Our attorneys rely on his expertise to forecast financial outcomes, interpret data, and bring solutions to the table.
In his free time, Gary enjoys sports, politics, current events, cooking and the finer things in life.
Lenore joined Kiselstein Franckowiak Law Group in 2011, and became partner in 2015. Throughout her time with KF Law Group she has been instrumental in shaping the firm into the caring, knowledgeable organization it is today.
Focusing her practice on estate planning and trust administration, Lenore goes above and beyond to expertly guide each client through their unique, personal journey in a clear and uncomplicated manner. She has conducted numerous estate planning seminars for both individuals and professional associations, as well as educational classes for parents' groups that specifically focus on estate planning for minor children.
An active member of the Northwest Suburban Estate Planning Council and the Northwest Suburban Bar Association, Lenore also serves on the Gift Planning Advisory Council for the Northwest Community Hospital Foundation. Lenore lives in the Chicagoland suburbs with her husband and two young children.
Education
Juris Doctorate
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
Maria joined KF Law Group in 2019 and provides the attorneys with expert, reliable legal assistance. In addition to providing outstanding support, she brings over 20 years of experience in customer service and sales.
Maria is often the liaison between the clients and the firm, and offers a listening ear to both sides. Our attorneys view her as a fundamental link in the firm's operations. Her legal savvy includes drafting essential documents, providing direct client support, scheduling appointments, and managing client files.
A believer in the power of positivity, Maria's favorite quote is "We become what we think about."