The future may be uncertain, but I am dedicated to guiding my clients through what they can control now. Whether drafting an estate plan that documents wishes or establishing guardianship that protects loved ones, I make sure to understand my clients’ needs, take them seriously, and offer individualized support. In helping my clients navigate the complexities of the legal system, I strive to help them feel more knowledgeable and secure about what lies ahead.

Education


  • J.D., Chicago-Kent College of Law
  • CALI Award in Real Estate Development and Acquisition 
  • CALI Award in Public Interest Law
  • B.A., Loyola University Chicago
  • Major in English
  • Minors in Political Science and Theatre


Bar Certifications


  • Admitted to the Bar of the Illinois Supreme Court 


Bar Association Memberships 


  • Chicago Bar Association 
  • Illinois State Bar Association 


Community Involvement

Gabriel serves on the Spotlight Advisory Council of The Goodman Theatre, a volunteer group of trust & estate professionals who guide patrons through the process of making planned gifts to the theatre. He also volunteers for the Lavelle Law Charities Food Drive.

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Major life events, shifts in financial status, and changes in the law can affect your estate plan.
By Heather A. McCollum and Gabriel P. Kokoszka April 14, 2026
Major life events, shifts in financial status, and changes in the applicable law can all affect your estate plan, and those changes may require you to make some edits to your documents. So, this spring, dust off your estate plan and consider the following 8 circumstances that signal an update is needed.