Constance J. Moylan
Bar Admissions:
State of Illinois
United States Northern District Illinois
Education:
J. D., Chicago-Kent College of Law, Cum Laude
International & Comparative Law
University of Denver Sturm School of Law
B.A., Masters Northwestern University
Additional Licenses & Certificates:
Managing Real Estate Broker, Illinois
Certified Mediator, Center for Conflict Resolution & CBA Mediation
Memberships:
Illinois State Bar Association
Member Trust & Estates, Real Estate, Litigation, and Animal Law
Chicago Bar Association
Member Probate, Trust, Real Estate, Animal Law, AI, Domestic Violence Sections
American Association for Justice
Awards:
Public Service Award
CALI for Academic Excellence:
Comparative Law, Comparative Intellectual Property
From international boardrooms to Navajo Nation peacebuilding, Constance brings a sophisticated, global perspective to the sensitive world of estates and legacy. An Illinois native with a career spanning France, Germany, California, and Colorado, she offers a rare blend of high-level legal ethics and tenacious advocacy for individuals and families.
Probate, Trusts, and Estate Planning
Constance understands that planning for the future and navigating the loss of a loved one requires both technical precision and deep empathy. She guides clients through the complexities of:
• Estate Planning: Drafting comprehensive wills and trusts tailored to unique family dynamics and asset structures. Constance has experience with international estate planning, including Trusts for non-US citizens or assets, foreign assets and taxing issues.
• Probate Administration: Navigating the court process with efficiency to ensure assets are distributed correctly and burdens on the family are minimized. Constance has experience working with estates that have assets or heirs in other countries and can advise on the process for both the US and foreign probate and harmonize the process to minimize taxes or delays.
• Trust Administration: Managing the intricate legal and ethical duties required to protect a legacy for future generations.
A Foundation in Legal Ethics
Before founding her firm in 2015, Constance honed her expertise in legal ethics at the Attorney Registration and Discipline Commission (ARDC). Her work there—which included drafting a matter reviewed by the Illinois Supreme Court—ensures that every estate plan and probate filing is rooted in the highest standards of professional integrity.
Real Estate & Strategic Advocacy
With over 20 years in the real estate sector, Constance provides invaluable insight when estates involve property, 1031 exchanges, or land-use issues. Inspired by her time with the Navajo Nation Peacebuilding Initiative, she prioritizes resolutions that consider the impact on the community and the individual. Whether through vigorous negotiation or courtroom litigation, she is a dedicated problem-solver who works tirelessly to achieve peace of mind for her clients.
Service-Driven Community Roots
Constance is a passionate supporter of domestic violence awareness, animal rights, and the arts. From serving as a docent and trainer with the Nature Conservancy, to representing animal groups and organizations to pro bono for domestic violence and working with the city of Chicago for their first time homebuyer’s program to championing small American museums, she remains dedicated to preserving the unique cultural fabric of the communities she serves.