Rincker Law, PLLC is pleased to announce that founder and principal attorney Cari B. Rincker will present at the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education’s Elder Law Short Course 2026.
The two-day continuing legal education program will take place on November 5–6, 2026, at the UBS Tower and Conference Center in Chicago. Attorneys will also have the option to attend through a live webcast.
Cari will co-present the session “Planning Considerations for Farmland” with attorney L. Kaye DeSelms Dent of Dent Coulson Elder Law, LLC. The presentation is scheduled for Friday, November 6, 2026, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.
Addressing Estate and Elder Law Issues for Farmland Owners
Farmland can be one of a family’s most valuable assets. It may also represent generations of work, family history, and a legacy that owners hope to preserve for children and grandchildren.
Planning for farmland, however, can present legal and practical issues that differ from those involved with other assets. Families may need to consider how the land is currently owned, how it will be managed, who may eventually receive it, and whether the next generation intends to continue farming.
The “Planning Considerations for Farmland” session will examine several issues that attorneys may encounter when advising clients who own agricultural real estate, including:
- Farmland ownership structures;
- Estate and succession planning;
- Transfers of agricultural property;
- Farmland valuation considerations; and
- Challenges that may arise when farmland constitutes a significant portion of a family’s estate.
The session will help elder law and estate planning attorneys identify issues that may affect farm families and develop more informed planning strategies for clients with agricultural assets.
“For many families, farmland is more than a financial asset—it represents a livelihood, a family history, and a legacy for future generations,” Cari said. “Effective planning requires careful consideration of the legal, financial, and family dynamics that may affect how the land is owned, managed, and ultimately transferred. I am honored to join IICLE and Kaye Dent in discussing these important issues with attorneys throughout Illinois.”
About the IICLE Elder Law Short Course 2026
The Elder Law Short Course is an educational program presented by the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education, commonly known as IICLE.
The 2026 program will bring together Illinois attorneys and other professionals to discuss developments and practical considerations involving elder law and related areas of practice. Program topics include estate planning, guardianship, Medicaid eligibility and planning, special needs trusts, long-term care, legal ethics, law firm management, artificial intelligence, and client protection.
The program will be offered both in person and through a live webcast, allowing attorneys throughout Illinois to participate.
Registration is available through IICLE for the Elder Law Short Course 2026.
Cari Rincker Reappointed to Two ISBA Section Councils
Cari’s upcoming presentation follows her reappointment to two section councils of the Illinois State Bar Association.
She has been reappointed to the:
- ISBA Agricultural Law Section Council for a third year; and
- ISBA Rural Practice Section Council for a second year.
Through these appointments, Cari will continue supporting professional education, legal resources, and initiatives involving Illinois agriculture and rural legal practice.
The Agricultural Law Section Council addresses legal issues affecting farmers, landowners, agribusinesses, food businesses, and other members of the agricultural community. The Rural Practice Section Council focuses on the opportunities and challenges faced by attorneys, clients, courts, and communities in rural areas of Illinois.
“I am grateful for the opportunity to continue serving both section councils,” Cari said. “Agricultural and rural communities face legal challenges that require attorneys to understand not only the law, but also the industries, families, and communities affected by it. I look forward to continuing to collaborate with other Illinois attorneys and helping develop practical educational resources for the legal profession.”
A Continued Commitment to Agricultural and Rural Communities
Cari’s work with IICLE and the Illinois State Bar Association reflects her continued commitment to agricultural law, rural communities, and professional education.
As an agricultural attorney, author, speaker, and mediator, Cari regularly works with farmers, ranchers, agricultural landowners, agribusinesses, and families facing legal questions involving their land, businesses, estates, and legacies.
Her experience includes matters involving:
- Farm and agricultural business formation;
- Farmland ownership and leasing;
- Agricultural contracts;
- Estate and succession planning;
- Farm family transitions;
- Business disputes;
- Mediation and conflict resolution; and
- Food and agricultural law.
Through speaking engagements and bar association service, Cari works to help both attorneys and agricultural families better understand the legal considerations that can affect farms, farmland, and multigenerational agricultural businesses.
Planning for the Future of a Farm or Agricultural Business
Farm succession and estate planning should generally begin well before a transfer becomes necessary. Early planning can give families more time to evaluate their options, communicate their goals, and address potential legal, financial, and operational concerns.
Each farm family’s circumstances are different. The appropriate planning strategy may depend on the ownership of the land, the structure of the farming operation, the involvement of family members, existing estate planning documents, tax considerations, debt, and the long-term goals of the owners.
Rincker Law, PLLC assists farmers, farmland owners, agribusinesses, and families with legal matters involving agricultural business planning, estate and succession planning, contracts, property ownership, and dispute resolution.
To learn more or schedule a consultation, contact Rincker Law, PLLC at (217) 774-1373 or visit www.RinckerLaw.com.
This article is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading this article does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws and individual circumstances vary, and readers should consult qualified legal counsel regarding their specific situations.
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