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Barbara J. Bell,
Attorney at Law

An Illinois lawyer who cares: employment law, public pension law, labor law, probate law and estate planning

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EMPLOYMENT LAW:
PUBLIC PENSIONS AND LABOR LAW

Advocacy for public service workers, including police, firefighters and workers covered by IMRF

ESTATE PLANNING
AND PROBATE

Barbara J. Bell, Attorney at Law: wills, trusts, estate administration, guardianships

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An Established Law Practice For Police Officers, Firefighters, Municipal Workers, Labor Unions And Other Clients

Barbara J. Bell, Attorney at Law, fills a valuable niche helping police officers, firefighters and municipal employees gain access to retirement pensions. Ms. Bell works with individuals as well as with labor unions. In addition, she provides professional estate planning services for individuals and assists family members through the probate process.

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As you are looking for an employment lawyer to help you collect your police, fire or IMRF pension or design a personalized estate plan, you naturally look for someone knowledgeable, reliable and detail-oriented. Barbara J. Bell, Attorney at Law, meets the criteria. The law practice has grown through referrals and repeat business from satisfied clients over the years. You can confidently turn to lawyer Barbara J. Bell for counsel and representation.

Lawyer Barbara J. Bell Serves Clients Throughout the Chicago Area.

Distance is no barrier in today's digital age. Lawyer Barbara J. Bell can work with you anywhere in the state, wherever you are or wherever your labor union is located. Based in Arlington Heights, she meets clients in offices in Libertyville, Mundelein, Chicago and Palos Heights and other locations statewide. Request a phone conference or a consultation elsewhere in Illinois to get a preliminary case evaluation. Lawyer Barbara J. Bell can meet you where you are and deliver quality legal services to meet your needs.

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What Clients Say About Barbara J. Bell, Attorney at Law

Satisfied clients have said Ms. Bell listens. They say she is attentive and diligent. They say she gets the job done. Above all, they acknowledge her experience and dedication as reasons to refer her legal services to others.

Your inquiry is welcome anytime at Barbara J. Bell, Attorney at Law. Send an email message or call 847-367-4253 to schedule a consultation.

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