Mays Law Office, LLC - Quincy, IL
Mays Law Office, LLC is a dedicated estate planning and probate law practice based in Quincy, Illinois. Led by third-generation Quincy attorney Andrew O. Mays, the firm provides individualized revocable living trusts, last wills, powers of attorney, and comprehensive estate administration for families across Adams County and west-central Illinois on a transparent flat-fee basis.
Thoughtful Estate Planning and Wealth Preservation at Mays Law Office, LLC
Planning for the future and safeguarding family assets requires dedicated legal focus and personal empathy. Mays Law Office, LLC is situated at 200 North 8th Street in Quincy, serving families throughout Adams County and west-central Illinois. Founding attorney Andrew O. Mays is a third-generation Quincy lawyer who intentionally limits his practice to estate planning and estate administration. By focusing exclusively on these interconnected fields, the firm delivers the highest standard of skill and meticulous attention. When area residents need to find an attorney who avoids billable-hour surprises and provides clear, personalized guidance, Mays Law Office offers compassionate counsel built to protect generations.
Custom Wills, Revocable Living Trusts, and Estate Planning
Every family possesses unique financial circumstances and personal dynamics. Operating as dedicated wills, estate planning and probate lawyers, wills lawyers, trusts lawyers, and estate planning lawyers, Andrew O. Mays crafts tailored estate solutions for families at every stage of life. From young parents appointing guardians for minor children to business owners organizing complex wealth transfers, the practice designs enforceable wills and revocable living trusts that avoid probate court delays and protect family privacy. The firm also prepares supplemental needs trusts for beneficiaries with disabilities, as well as protective spendthrift provisions to shield inheritances from future creditors or marital dissolution claims.
Comprehensive Powers of Attorney and Guardianship Solutions
Sound estate planning extends beyond asset division; it ensures your healthcare and financial decisions remain in trusted hands during incapacity. Serving as skilled power of attorney lawyers, the firm prepares durable property powers of attorney, healthcare powers of attorney, and advance medical directives. These foundational documents appoint trusted decision-makers and specify healthcare preferences, eliminating the need for distressing court intervention. If an aging relative becomes incapacitated without prior planning, attorney Mays assists families with court-supervised adult guardianship proceedings to ensure proper personal and financial care.
Efficient Probate Administration and Trust Settlement
Losing a loved one is emotionally exhausting, and managing the legal transfer of their estate should not add to that burden. As knowledgeable probate lawyers, Mays Law Office guides executors, administrators, and successor trustees through each step of Illinois probate administration. The firm manages court filings in Adams County, verifies creditor notifications, supervises asset appraisals, and facilitates the orderly distribution of estate assets. By prioritizing independent administration whenever feasible, the firm resolves estates efficiently while minimizing legal costs and family disputes.
Why West-Central Illinois Families Choose Mays Law Office, LLC
- Third-Generation Quincy Heritage: A longstanding family legacy of legal service and deep community commitment in Quincy.
- Transparent Flat-Fee Pricing: Upfront fixed fee proposals for estate plans, ensuring full cost certainty without hidden charges.
- Free Initial Consultation: Complimentary first meeting with a confidential planning packet to clarify your personal goals.
- Modern Client Technology: Access to a secure online client portal and video conferencing for convenient document review.
Schedule Your Free Estate Planning Review Today
Creating a legally sound estate plan provides lasting reassurance for your loved ones. If you need an attorney urgently to administer a deceased family member's estate or want to hire an attorney to establish a revocable trust, contact Mays Law Office, LLC. Call the Quincy office at 217-224-8080 or email [email protected] today to arrange your free consultation.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the historic The District (Downtown Quincy Historic District), adjacent to the civic and commercial core of the city.
Building Location
The office is located inside the historic U.S. Post Office and Courthouse (also known as the Orville H. Browning Post Office), built in 1887 in the French Renaissance Revival architectural style. This landmark building features a limestone exterior and sits at the corner of Hampshire and North 8th Street.
Parking Details
Ample vehicle parking is available in the on-site public surface parking lot directly adjacent to the building, with metered street parking also available along North 8th Street.
Public Transit
Served by Quincy Transit Lines Yellow Route (Downtown); nearest stop is at 7th & Jersey.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the grand main arched entrance of the historic building. Take the stairs or use the elevator to find Suite 100 on the first floor.