Marty Fogarty

Marty Fogarty is an entrepreneur and lawyer based in Glenview, Illinois, who has dedicated his career to helping individuals and businesses prepare for various life transitions, with a particular focus on elder care.1 Here's a detailed profile of Marty Fogarty:

Professional Background

Legal Career: Marty Fogarty began his career in the legal field, working as:

• A prosecutor at the Cook County State's Attorney's Office from 1990 to 19951
• An associate attorney at Wood Phillips from 1995 to 19961
• A staff attorney and HR Director at the Chicago Park District from 1997 to 20011

Entrepreneurial Ventures: In 2000, Fogarty founded The Heartland Law Firm, where he currently serves as the founder.1 The firm specializes in:

• Helping families prepare for elder care transitions
• Protecting family assets
• Assisting with estate planning
• Supporting business owners with asset protection and company structuring

ElderSmart

In September 2016, Marty Fogarty founded ElderSmart, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.1 ElderSmart's mission is to provide education, services, and support to families with loved ones facing long-term care transitions, particularly those dealing with conditions such as Alzheimer's, Dementia, and Parkinson's.1

Fogarty dedicated ElderSmart to his father, two aunts, and hundreds of clients who have faced chronic diseases with dignity.1

Other Initiatives

Leading Edge Eldercare Network (L.E.E.N.): Fogarty is also the founder of L.E.E.N., established in June 2009.1 This network brings together elder-care service providers to solve problems and create resources for families dealing with chronic-care situations.1

Education

Marty Fogarty's educational background includes:

• Fenwick High School (1977-1981)1
• University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (1981-1986), studying Economics and Science1
• Loyola University Chicago School of Law (1986-1989), where he earned his JD in Law1

Philosophy

Fogarty describes himself as "an entrepreneur trained as a lawyer," combining legal expertise with a business-oriented mindset.1 His approach focuses on protecting clients from unseen pitfalls while helping them achieve success in their current opportunities.1