Trusts and Estates and Elder Law

Available for Appointments in Manitowoc and Sheboygan

About Gina: Loves spending time with her husband, energetic daughter, and their two golden doodles, Fritz and Winnie. She also enjoys a good old fashioned, DIY home projects, and watching reruns of Seinfeld or the Office.

Overview:

"Family is most important to me, so I am excited to help other families plan for their future. By taking time to understand each client’s individual goals and values, I work to make sure my clients have peace of mind knowing their plan is the right fit for them and their family."

Community Involvement

  • Member Wisconsin Bar Association (Elder Law Section, Real Property, Probate, and Trust Law Section)

  • Sheboygan County Bar Association

  • Sheboygan County Estate Planning Council - Member

  • Professional Women's Connection - Board Member/ Past President Sheboygan Chapter

  • Stefanie H. Weill Center for the Performing Arts Endowment Board Member

  • City of Kiel Planning Commission and Parks Board Member

  • Kiel Area Association of Commerce Board President

Education

  • Chilton High School

  • St. Norbert College (B.A. Psychology, English)

  • Marquette University Law School (J.D.)

Publications

  • Eckhardt's Workbook for Wisconsin Estate Planners, 7th Edition, 1st Supplement Chapter Author - "Drafting Wills Without a Trust"

Experience:

  • Wills and Revocable and Irrevocable TrustsPowers of Attorney

  • Probate avoidance techniques

  • Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements

  • Special Needs Trusts and Wispact Trusts

  • Retirement Distribution planning

  • Long term care counseling and Irrevocable Medicaid Trusts

  • Counsel and provide clients with long term care options including Medicaid

  • Assist clients with Medicaid applications, reviews, and denials.

  • Powers of Attorney

  • Wills 

  • Probate Avoidance techniques

  • Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts

  • Post-death administration, including probate administration and trust administration