Maximillienne "Max" Elliott is the Managing Attorney and Founder of The Law Offices of Max Elliott, Ltd., a law firm that has established itself as a leader in estate and asset protection planning.
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This CLE course offers an in-depth exploration of the unique estate planning challenges and opportunities faced by LGBTQ+ individuals and families in the current political landscape. This program will cover the historical evolution of LGBTQ+ rights, the impact of recent political changes and court rulings on legal protections, and the implications of potential future policies. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the advantages and disadvantages of marriage from a tax and estate perspective, as well as practical strategies for effective estate planning, including the use of wills, trusts, and other legal tools. This course aims to equip legal professionals with the knowledge and best practices necessary to advocate for and protect the rights of their LGBTQ+ clients in an ever-evolving legal environment.
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Date / Time: May 15, 2025
Closed-captioning available
Maximillienne “Max” Elliott | The Law Offices of Max Elliott
Maximillienne “Max” Elliott is the Managing Attorney and Founder of The Law Offices of Max Elliott, Ltd., a law firm that has established itself as a leader in estate and asset protection planning. Her firm serves clients across multiple states, with a specialized focus on supporting LGBTQ+ families, professional women, and small business owners. Ms. Elliott provides comprehensive legal services that encompass complex areas such as estate planning for diverse estate structures, multinational family considerations, estate administration, and asset protection advisory services.
Throughout her career, Ms. Elliott has earned numerous prestigious accolades. She has received the AV Preeminent rating from Martindale Hubbell, been named to the National Black Lawyers Top 100, and recognized as a Super Lawyers® Rising Star from 2017-2021 and Super Lawyer® from 2022-2025. Her professional achievements were further solidified with her 2021 induction into Marquis Who’s Who® in America, a recognition reserved for the most accomplished professionals across various fields.
Ms. Elliott’s leadership extends beyond her private practice. She serves as Chair-Emeritus of the Chicago Bar Association’s Trust Law Committee and maintains memberships in key professional organizations including the Chicago Estate Planning Council and the Illinois State Bar Association’s Trust and Estates Section. Her professional engagement is complemented by her extensive speaking and educational contributions, with presentations delivered to prestigious institutions such as Harvard’s Research Center and the National LGBTQ+ Bar Association.
A graduate of DePaul University College of Law, Ms. Elliott distinguished herself academically by co-founding the DePaul Journal of Women, Gender and the Law, which was later folded into the Journal for Social Justice. Her scholarly work includes publications on international human rights; and, before law school she authored a non-fiction book published by Pocket Books a Division of Simon & Schuster. Prior to establishing her practice in 2011, she gained valuable experience working with Fortune 500 companies and the American Bar Association’s International Liaison Office, including a notable tenure as General Counsel for the Bernie Mac Foundation from 2014 to 2020.
Ms. Elliott’s professional journey is characterized by a commitment to advocacy and comprehensive legal engagement. She routinely presents and lectures on critical topics including estate and retirement planning, small business essentials, and protective measures for seniors and the LGBTQ+ community. Her approach combines deep legal expertise with a passion for supporting marginalized communities, making her a respected and innovative attorney in her field.
I. Historical context and current landscape of LGBTQ+ rights | 2:00pm – 2:40pm
II. The impact of political changes on estate planning (Part I) | 2:40pm – 3:00pm
Break | 3:00pm – 3:10pm
III. The impact of political changes on estate planning (Part II) | 3:10pm – 3:30pm
IV. Practical estate planning strategies for same-sex couples and non-traditional families | 3:30pm – 4:10pm
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
No MCLE Required
2 CLE Hour(s)
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Approved via Attorney Submission
2.5 General Hours
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Approved for CLE Credits
2.4 General
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Pending CLE Approval
2 Substantive
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
No MCLE Required
2 CLE Hour(s)
No MCLE Required
2 CLE Hour(s)
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
No MCLE Required
2 CLE Hour(s)
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Approved for CLE Credits
2.4 General
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Approved for CLE Credits
120 General minutes
Approved for CLE Credits
2.4 General
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Approved for CLE Credits
2.4 General
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Pending CLE Approval
2.5 General
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
Pending CLE Approval
2.5 General
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
No MCLE Required
2 CLE Hour(s)
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Not Eligible
2 General Hours
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
Approved via Attorney Submission
2 Law & Legal Hours
Pending CLE Approval
2.4 General
Pending CLE Approval
2.4 General
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
only $395 yearly
only $395 yearly