Ms. Barone finds the most rewarding aspect of assisting and representing her clients is alleviating some burden that they feel in extremely stressful and overwhelming situations. She has the knowledge and skills to assist clients step-by-step to try to confront concerns and worries that are life altering. Ms. Barone understands that communication is critical to an attorney-client relationship and will sit down and discuss the various outcomes and scenarios so that her clients can not only make informed decisions, but also feel a sense of relief.

Ms. Callas has a diverse legal background that enriches her estate planning practice. She specializes in estate planning, helping families secure their future through comprehensive trust plans. Before transitioning to estate planning, Ms. Callas was a felony prosecutor, handling cases such as domestic batteries, DUIs, and general felonies. Her passion for advocating for victims and her empathetic approach have been key aspects of her career. Ms. Callas now dedicates her practice to educating families on the importance of having a plan in place to protect their loved ones and assets. Her services include Wills and Trusts: She helps clients draft wills and establish trusts to manage their assets. Power of Attorney: Ms. Callas sets up durable powers of attorney for healthcare and financial decisions. Guardianships: She assists in the appointment of guardians for minors or incapacitated adults. Probate and Estate Administration: Ms. Callas guides families through the probate process and managing estate administration.

Mr. Ferguson grew up on a farm in rural Iowa that was lost to the farm crisis of the early 80s. He went on to study business and then earned his law degree from the University of Texas. In 1989 Mr. Ferguson founded his law firm, which soon became “The Estate Planning Center” in Salem IL. Since 1996, he has been a leader in the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys, instrumental in building proactive platforms like the “Three step strategy” process, and as a member of their drafting committee developing cutting edge asset protection and tax planning techniques so ordinary families realize planning benefits that have too-often been reserved for only the wealthy. His niche is helping salt-of-the-earth farm families pass their wisdom along with the rest of their wealth. With a reputation as “the famer’s estate planning attorney” his experiences has been shared with the public in hundreds of articles published in Illinois’ premiere farm magazine, The Prairie Farmer®. Mr. Ferguson and his wife Laura are proud parents of two daughters, each of whom graduated with highest honors from Hillsdale College, one of whom is a gifted writer, while the other earned her PhD in Greek from The University of Oxford.

Mr. Nudo’s primary areas of practice are wills, trusts, business succession, loan documentation, real estate transactions, and not-for-profit law and church ministry. He is a graduate of Creighton University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration concentrating in Finance and Marketing. Mr. Nudo then went on to Thomas M. Cooley Law School, receiving his Juris Doctorate Degree with honors in Sales and negotiable instruments. As an experienced attorney serving individuals and families in Illinois, creating a well-rounded estate plan, helping resolve wills & trust disputes, to providing valuable business resources at any stage of your business venture, He thrives on knowing and serving members of the community who cross his path.

Mr. Ramsey is licensed in Wisconsin and Illinois. He has expertise covers estate planning, probate law, business planning, real estate law, contract law, and minor criminal law. Mr. Ramsey’s diverse legal background includes serving as an Assistant State’s Attorney, a Judge Advocate General in the United States Army, and an adjunct professor at various educational institutions. Committed to defending religious freedom, he is an allied attorney with the Alliance Defending Freedom, Pacific Justice Institute, and Liberty Counsel. Mr. Ramsey’s dedication extends beyond legal practice, as he actively supports religious freedom and family values through involvement with ministries and organizations. With a wealth of legal knowledge and a passion for serving his community, he ensures that clients receive tailored estate planning solutions and compassionate guidance throughout the process. At The Ramsey Law Firm, they strive to empower individuals and families to plan confidently, knowing their interests are protected by a trusted legal advisor.