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Hafford Elder Law Planning
Our Elder Law firm is dedicated to helping Seniors and their loved ones across Southern Illinois. The earlier you begin planning, the more legal strategies, tools and resources are available to you.

From creating powers of attorney and health care documents that ensure the right person has the authority to make decisions on your behalf should you become incapacitated, to finding a way to afford a skilled nursing home in a crisis, we are here for you and your loved ones when you need us most.Don't wait to contact us to get started on the solutions you need right now!.
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Illinois University at Carbondale, receiving a Bachelor of Science degree. I then attended Southern Illinois University School of Law, graduating with a Juris Doctorate in 1989. I am licensed to practice law in Illinois and Missouri and am proud to serve clients all over Southern Illinois.

Some of my past experiences include acting as a returning guest lecturer at Shawnee College Marriage and Family class, guest lecturer at Southern Illinois University School of Law Family Law class, teacher at the pro se divorce class at the Carbondale Women's Center, and instructor at the Jackson County Bar Association.
Our goal is to provide outstanding legal service and compassionate support to all of our clients throughout Southern Illinois. Whether we are helping you protect your future with Estate Planning or working together to find a way to pay for the high cost of Long-Term Care, Hafford Elder Law Planning is here for you.
Over forty million people in the United States today are age 65 or older. As a generation, those of us who are over 60 years of age are termed "Older Americans". As Older Americans, we need to carefully think through Estate Planning and Elder Law planning considerations to protect both ourselves and our family.
Estate planning is more than documents. It is about creating a plan that will provide for you and your loved ones in the event of a crisis or at the time of your death. Estate planning serves as a guide to ensure you, and those who matter most to you, will be protected against uncertainty. At Hafford Elder Law Planning, we know how to guide you through the process to reach the results you need.
Everyone needs an advocate when it comes to representing your interests with your family. Our goal is to ensure you know what your options are when it comes to Family Law. While there are solutions that may seem daunting at first, together we can develop a plan that will benefit you and your children.
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Tateon Prusaczyk
Tateon Prusaczyk
Jul 05, 2021
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Maria is very knowledgeable and very detail oriented. She is very quick to respond to her clients, and is simply the best at what she does. I would highly recommend her to anyone look for quality legal services!
Bill Updike
Bill Updike
Jan 31, 2021
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Maria helped me avoid a 3 hour drive from St. Louis for a court appearance. Though we corresponded only by email, I can tell she is very caring and personable. She is very responsive and helpful. I highly recommend her.
Tiffany Lampley
Tiffany Lampley
Jul 08, 2019
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Maria is top notch when it comes to her work! She was so helpful in my case and did beyond what I could had expected. Very thankful to have had her with my case and would highly recommend her to anyone. If I could give more than 5 stars I would!
Jennifer M.
Jennifer M.
Jan 18, 2019
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I'm from Missouri, but needed a lawyer in Illinois. I found this law firm, and couldn't be happier!!! Everyone from the legal assistant up was very attentive and professional. They went far above and beyond to help me. I highly recommend them to everyone!!!
Bill Ecker
Bill Ecker
Dec 07, 2014
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Maria brings a wealth of knowledge from her years of experience in various forms of law practice to her private practice. She has been my trusted legal advisor for over 15 years especially in the areas of liability protection, so it makes it easy to turn to her and trust her counseling in matters involving wills, trusts, estate work, employment law, etc. Maria is thorough in her research and delivers her work product without delay. I find her very accessible and calming to speak with,--two very much admired attributes to look for in choosing an attorney.