Courtney Podkowa
Estate Planning | Probate & Trust Administration
Bio
Courtney Todt Podkowa is an estate planning, and elder law attorney dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate the legal decisions that shape their futures. She focuses her practice on estate planning, elder law, and trust and estate administration, offering clear guidance through complex and often emotional matters.
Courtney has spent her entire career in these fields, gaining experience at firms devoted to estate planning and elder law and through her work with the Cook County Office of the Public Guardian in both the Adult Guardianship and Juvenile divisions. Her background gives her a steady, compassionate approach that clients value during times of transition.
An active member of the Illinois Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Courtney brings both knowledge and heart to her work, helping clients feel informed, supported, and confident in their plans.



