Eric H. Jostock is the President of Jostock & Jostock, P.A., a distinguished law firm specializing in complex wealth management and corporate legal services.
Outstanding Academic Credentials
Eric earned his Juris Doctor degree Magna Cum Laude from the University of Illinois College of Law in 1990. During his studies, he was an Associate Editor of the Law Review, received the Ricketts Award for Academic Excellence, and was inducted into the Illinois Order of Coif—an honor recognizing top law graduates. He holds a Bachelor of Business from the University of Iowa, awarded in 1987.
Comprehensive Legal Expertise
Since starting his practice in 1990, Eric has been deeply involved in managing the daily legal operations of his firm, with a strong focus on complex wealth planning and corporate law. He has represented a wide range of clients—from individuals to large corporations—addressing their needs in wealth management, business transactions, and employment law.
Eric’s experience spans multimillion-dollar commercial and industrial real estate deals, sophisticated 1031 and reverse exchanges, employer-employee legal matters, as well as significant mergers, acquisitions, and asset purchases. His broad expertise enables him to craft solutions tailored to each client’s unique circumstances.
Specialized in Estate and Succession Planning
Estate and succession planning are central to Eric’s practice. Drawing on three decades of experience in estate and tax law, he helps clients develop strategies to minimize tax burdens, ensure smooth multigenerational wealth transfer, and fulfill their testamentary intentions efficiently.
Eric has managed complex estate plans involving assets worth tens of millions, covering four family generations and including family-run businesses. His interdisciplinary knowledge of corporate, tax, real estate, and estate law equips him to safeguard client interests and honor their wishes fully.
Multi-State Legal Licenses
Licensed to practice law in Illinois, Wisconsin, Florida, Texas, Arizona, and California, Eric offers clients extensive legal reach. He is also admitted to practice before the United States Federal Court for the Northern District of Illinois and the United States Tax Court.
For those seeking a seasoned legal professional to handle complex corporate transactions or estate planning, Eric H. Jostock stands out for his expertise, experience, and dedication to client success.