Meet the Founder

For Cory S. Bagby, the path to estate planning was shaped by life-changing experiences. When his father was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s — and Cory himself faced a personal health scare — the importance of having clear, thoughtful plans in place became profoundly real. Those moments brought home what truly matters: protecting the people you love and ensuring your wishes are honored.

As a gay man who was raised in a blended family, Cory understands that families are built in many different ways — and that every family deserves the dignity of protection, inclusion, and respect. Too often, traditional estate planning overlooks the diversity of modern life. Cory founded Chosen Estate Planning to change that.

Drawing on years of leadership in the healthcare industry, Cory brings both structure and empathy to every client relationship. His approach is practical yet personal, grounded in real-world experience and a genuine commitment to helping others find peace of mind through preparation.

At Chosen Estate Planning, Cory’s mission is clear: to make estate planning accessible, inclusive, and empowering for all Illinois families — traditional, blended, LGBTQ+, unmarried, and chosen. Because everyone deserves to protect the ones they call home.