Jody M. Segalla

Jody (Jo) concentrates in estate planning, elder law, and trust and estate administration. Jo presents seminars on elder law and estate planning for groups in the Northwest Suburbs. A Park Ridge native, Jody lives in Mount Prospect with her husband, Tony, and their two children.

Education

A.B. from University of Iowa in 1984

J.D. from Loyola University of Chicago School of Law in 1987

Experience

Jo practiced law as a member of the United States Air Force Judge Advocate General Corps from 1988-1997, attaining the rank of Major. While on active duty, she concentrated in estate planning and criminal and civil litigation. Jody also practiced international law while stationed in Germany. Jody returned to Illinois from Europe in 1998 and has assisted DKMO clients for over 20 years.

Leadership & Honors

• National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Member
• Arlington Heights Senior Center, Inc., Board of Directors, Member
• Former Girl Scout leader

Favorite Netflix Series

Finding Your Roots

First Car

VW Rabbit stick shift convertible