Mark Goldenberg to Co-Host Free Estate Planning Dinner

Goldenberg Heller & Antognoli, P.C. founding partner Mark Goldenberg is teaming up with Curtis Stephens of StephensPlanning.com to host a community Dinner Seminar on estate planning and taxes. The event is open to anyone in the Southern Illinois and St. Louis metro area who wants to better understand how to protect their assets and make… Continue reading →

Goldenberg Heller & Antognoli, P.C. founding partner Mark Goldenberg is teaming up with Curtis Stephens of StephensPlanning.com to host a community Dinner Seminar on estate planning and taxes. The event is open to anyone in the Southern Illinois and St. Louis metro area who wants to better understand how to protect their assets and make sure their wishes are carried out for themselves and for the people they love.

Event Details

When: Wednesday, June 17, 2026 | 6:00 PM. Dinner provided. 1 hour duration.

620 E Broadway, Alton, IL 62002

This is a free event. Reserve your spot here.

Mark and Curtis will walk through the topics that come up most often when families realize they don’t have a plan in place or that the plan they have is outdated.

  • The biggest estate planning mistakes people make
  • The true purpose of estate planning
  • How estate taxes may impact you and your family
  • Strategies for asset protection and lawsuit protection
  • Ways to improve tax efficiency and transfer wealth effectively

This event is ideal if you want to protect yourself and your family long-term, don’t want to leave complex decisions behind for others, or have assets, property, or own a business. Whether you’re just starting to think about these things or have a plan that hasn’t been updated in years, this event is designed to help you leave with clarity.

Reserve your spot here.

About Our Firm

At Goldenberg Heller & Antognoli, we’ve helped clients across Southern Illinois and the St. Louis metro area navigate these questions for more than 40 years. We’ve seen firsthand what happens when families have a solid plan and what happens when they don’t. This event exists because we believe everyone deserves access to straightforward, honest information about protecting what they’ve worked for.

If you have questions beforehand, feel free to reach out to our office in Edwardsville at (618) 656-5150. We look forward to seeing you there.

Goldenberg Heller & Antognoli, P.C. is a full-service law firm serving Southern Illinois and the St. Louis metro area, with offices in Edwardsville, IL and Clayton, MO. For more on our estate planning practice, visit goldenbergheller.com.






GHA Partner Elizabeth Heller to Co-Host Free Estate Planning Event

As featured on the Big Z Morning Show. If something were to happen to you tomorrow, would your family be prepared to navigate the legal and financial complexities that follow? It is not an easy question to consider, but it is one of the most important. On May 8, you will have the opportunity to… Continue reading →

As featured on the Big Z Morning Show.

If something were to happen to you tomorrow, would your family be prepared to navigate the legal and financial complexities that follow? It is not an easy question to consider, but it is one of the most important. On May 8, you will have the opportunity to gain clear, practical guidance to help you plan with confidence.

Goldenberg Heller & Antognoli, P.C. partner Liz Heller is teaming up with Curtis Stephens of StephensPlanning.com to host a community Lunch & Learn on estate planning and taxes. The event is open to anyone in the Southern Illinois and St. Louis metro area who wants to better understand how to protect their assets and make sure their wishes are carried out for themselves and for the people they love.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in event giveaways, including St. Louis Cardinals tickets!

Event Details

When: Friday, May 8, 2026
Starts at noon. Lunch provided.

The Wedge | 620 E Broadway Alton, IL 62002
This is a free event. Reserve your spot here.

Liz and Curtis will walk through the topics that come up most often when families realize they don’t have a plan in place or that the plan they have is outdated.

  • The biggest estate planning mistakes people make
  • The true purpose of estate planning
  • How estate taxes may impact you and your family
  • Strategies for asset protection and lawsuit protection
  • Ways to improve tax efficiency and transfer wealth effectively

Whether you’re just starting to think about these things or you have a plan that hasn’t been updated in years, this event is designed to help you leave with clarity.

Reserve your spot here.

About Our Firm:

At Goldenberg Heller & Antognoli, we’ve helped clients across Southern Illinois and the St. Louis metro area navigate these questions for more than 40 years. We’ve seen firsthand what happens when families have a solid plan and what happens when they don’t. This event exists because we believe everyone deserves access to straightforward, honest information about protecting what they’ve worked for.

If you have questions beforehand, feel free to reach out to our office in Edwardsville at (618) 656-5150. We look forward to seeing you there.

Goldenberg Heller & Antognoli, P.C. is a full-service law firm serving Southern Illinois and the St. Louis metro area, with offices in Edwardsville, IL and Clayton, MO. For more on our estate planning practice, visit goldenbergheller.com.








Estate Planning Lawyer: How to Contest Your Loved One’s Will

When a loved one passes on, it falls to those closest to him or her to handle their affairs and their estate. When someone leaves their last will and testament, it is with the hope that these legal documents will ease the burden of settling the estate for their loved ones. Unfortunately, this is not… Continue reading →

When a loved one passes on, it falls to those closest to him or her to handle their affairs and their estate. When someone leaves their last will and testament, it is with the hope that these legal documents will ease the burden of settling the estate for their loved ones. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Estate disputes can and do occur, and are often difficult to negotiate due to the overwhelming emotional stress of the parties involved. If you are in the process of contesting a loved one’s will, know that you are not alone. By hiring a competent estate planning lawyer, you gain an advocate who will use the law to protect your interests and settle your loved one’s estate once and for all. Here are some tips for how to handle contesting a loved one’s will using the legal system.

It is important that your hire an attorney with experience handling will disputes. This is a delicate area of estate law, requiring an attorney to use the legal system to advocate on behalf of a person who is no longer around to give instructions. When disputing a will, have a clear idea of what your desired outcome is, and why you are fighting for it. Finally, you should be prepared to put emotion aside as much as possible and work with your lawyer and the other parties involved to come to a fair resolution.

If you are in the process of contesting a loved one’s will and you would like the assistance of a dedicated estate planning lawyer, then look no further than the law offices of Goldenberg Heller & Antognoli, P.C. Our seasoned team of legal experts is on hand to advocate aggressively on your behalf in and out of court and carry the legal burden during this difficult time. Fill out our contact form to set up your free legal consultation today.

Don’t Wait Too Long to Call an Estate Planning Lawyer

It’s a subject no one really likes to think about—the question of what will happen to our loved ones and our legacy after we are gone. Nevertheless, estate planning is an inevitable part of responsible wealth management, and a crucial step towards safeguarding your assets against any potential pitfalls. This and other important issues, such… Continue reading →

It’s a subject no one really likes to think about—the question of what will happen to our loved ones and our legacy after we are gone. Nevertheless, estate planning is an inevitable part of responsible wealth management, and a crucial step towards safeguarding your assets against any potential pitfalls. This and other important issues, such as power of attorney and end-of-life wishes, should be handled by an experienced estate planning lawyer. In this post, we will explain why it is so important to manage your estate sooner rather than later.

Contrary to popular belief, planning your estate does not have to be a drawn out and complicated ordeal. While it is true that the more assets you have, the more complex your planning will have to be, in reality most of the heavy lifting will be done by your estate planning lawyer. What’s most important is for you to make the decisions and successfully communicate your wishes to your friends, family and business partners.

We often think of matters of estate coming into play after our death, but that is not always the case. In the instance of debilitating disability or incapacitation, certain decisions such as power of attorney or business succession become crucial. Even if you feel as if you’re in the best health of your life, you can’t anticipate accident or injury. That’s why it’s never too early to settle your estate. That way there will be no dispute over your wishes if you are not around, or simply not able to communicate them yourself.

While it may seem like a daunting prospect to begin planning your estate, the reality is that you will experience satisfaction and peace of mind once preparations are complete and you know your legacy is secure. If you are in need of a dedicated and experienced estate planning lawyer, then it’s time to get in touch with the law offices of Goldenberg Heller & Antognoli, P.C. Simply fill out our contact form and a member of our legal team will get in touch with you shortly to discuss your options and connect you with the right attorney for your needs.