If you are here, you care about what happens to your family, your business, and everything you have worked hard to build.
At Bielski Chapman, Ltd., we help individuals and families across Chicago create clear legal plans that protect their future and prevent unnecessary conflict.
At Bielski Chapman, Ltd., our work is grounded in clarity, inclusion, and strategy.
Families do not all look the same. As a queer-owned firm, we understand that estate planning must reflect real relationships, not assumptions built into outdated legal systems.
Contested probate and estate litigation can cost families thousands of dollars. We focus on proactive planning that reduces the risk of disputes.
Estate planning is not just about who inherits. It is about structuring assets efficiently and maximizing tax benefits under Illinois law.
Legal planning should not feel intimidating. We explain complex issues in straightforward language so you can make informed decisions confidently.
It is with deep sadness that I share the sudden passing of our founder, colleague, dear friend, John N. Bielski II on October 20, 2025. John was a beloved husband of Erin Bielski and loving father of John N. Bielski III.
John dedicated his personal and professional life to helping others. Through Bielski Chapman, he built a reputation for integrity, compassion, and excellence in the law. He approached each of our clients’ matters with care and commitment. This year marks the 15th anniversary of the firm, and we are devastated at the tragic timing of this loss.
John founded something remarkable on his own, but he was never alone along the way. John and I lead our firm with love and a deep respect for the people who helped us along the way. John was lifted up and supported by others throughout his life: childhood, high school, college, and law school friends, his colleagues and friends in BNI and the Illinois Bar of Attorneys, and his community through the Catholic Church. He believed deeply in paying that support forward, offering mentorship and opportunities to younger generations seeking a path into professional life, especially for women, LGBTQ and gender expansive folks, and people of color.
John’s belief in opportunity, community, and commitment to serving others and will remain at the heart of our work.
John’s loss leaves an immeasurable void in our firm and in the lives of all who knew him. We are committed to continuing the work and values he poured into every aspect of Bielski Chapman, Ltd.
Managing Partner
Managing Partner
Partner
Partner
Associate Attorney
Associate Attorney
Associate Attorney
Associate Attorney
Associate Attorney
Associate Attorney
Associate Attorney
Associate Attorney
Of Counsel
Of Counsel
Of Counsel
Of Counsel
Probate Operations Lead
Probate Operations Lead
Office and Finance Manager
Office and Finance Manager
Litigation Case Manager
Litigation Case Manager
Senior Paralegal
Senior Paralegal
Senior Paralegal
Senior Paralegal
Estate Planning & Litigation Paralegal
Estate Planning & Litigation Paralegal
Paralegal
Paralegal
Paralegal
Paralegal
Senior Paralegal
Senior Paralegal
Receptionist
Receptionist
Summer Clerk and Administrative Assistant
Summer Clerk and Administrative Assistant
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The top concern we hear from clients is simple. What happens if I do not have a plan?
Without proper planning, estates can fall into probate litigation that costs between five thousand and one hundred thousand dollars in legal fees and family conflict.
With proper planning, families gain clarity, tax efficiency, and peace of mind.
If you want to protect your family, your business, and your legacy, we are here to guide you.
Schedule your consultation with Bielski Chapman, Ltd. today.
