When it comes to tackling complex legal issues, Nicholas P. Hoeft is a highly skilled attorney you can rely on. As a Senior Associate at Jostock & Jostock, P.A., Nicholas brings over 15 years of legal experience to the firm. He specializes in a wide range of areas including estate planning, probate, corporate law, and litigation, making him a key asset to clients in need of trusted legal counsel.

Strong Educational Background

Nicholas P. Hoeft legal foundation was built at Loyola University Chicago School of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctor. Before law school, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology and English from Loyola University Chicago, which gives him a well-rounded perspective and a unique approach to addressing legal challenges.

Key Practice Areas

Nicholas is experienced in several important areas of law, including:

• Estate and Succession Planning

• Probate and Trust Administration

• Real Estate Transactions

• Corporate Law

• Taxation

As the firm’s primary litigator, Nicholas handles a wide variety of probate disputes and has represented clients in chancery, probate, municipal, and law divisions across multiple Illinois counties. His litigation skills extend to cases before the Illinois Appellate Court and the Illinois Supreme Court, where he has argued complex estate-related issues.

Expertise in Probate and Estate Administration

Nicholas is deeply involved in helping heirs, executors, trustees, and administrators with the management and administration of probate and guardianship estates. His experience includes will contests, breach of fiduciary duty claims, and citations for asset recovery and discovery. With over 25 counties in Illinois served, Nicholas has extensive experience handling both contested and uncontested probate matters.

Extensive Transactional and Corporate Law Experience

In addition to his litigation skills, Nicholas has significant experience in transactional law. He has successfully drafted and negotiated contracts for a variety of clients, worked on commercial and residential real estate deals, and assisted businesses with corporate law matters. Nicholas is also heavily involved in the firm’s estate planning practice, working closely with high-net-worth individuals, family-owned businesses, and multi-generational families to create comprehensive estate plans.

Licenses and Memberships

Nicholas is licensed to practice law in Illinois and is authorized to represent clients before both the United States Federal Court for the Northern District of Illinois and the United States Tax Court. He is an active member of the Illinois State Bar Association and the Chicago Bar Association, where he stays updated on the latest legal trends and developments.

Why Choose Nicholas P. Hoeft?

Nicholas’s unique combination of litigation experience, transactional expertise, and estate planning knowledge makes him a well-rounded and trusted attorney. Whether you need assistance with probate disputes, estate planning, or corporate law, Nicholas provides the legal insight and strategy needed to achieve the best possible outcomes.

If you're seeking an attorney who can handle both the courtroom and behind-the-scenes legal work, Nicholas P. Hoeft is ready to help. Reach out today to discuss how he can assist with your legal needs.