Bio
Emilie is an attorney at MacDonald Illig and a member of the firm’s Trusts & Estates and Business Transactions Practice Groups. Her practice focuses on estate and tax planning, estate and trust administration, elder law, and business law. Emilie works closely with clients to develop thorough and practical plans designed to help them achieve their personal, financial, and business-related goals.
Emilie Helps Clients With:
- Estate planning
- Tax planning
- Estate and trust administration
- Elder law matters
- Business law and transactions
- Real estate-related legal matters
- Trust administration
- Long-term planning strategies
Emilie assists individuals, families, and business owners with navigating both straightforward and complex planning matters.
Approach to Client Service
Emilie approaches each matter with careful attention to detail and a focus on providing clear, informed guidance. She works to ensure clients understand their available options and strives to make the legal process as smooth and manageable as possible, regardless of the complexity of the matter.
Experience and Professional Background
During law school and prior to joining MacDonald Illig, Emilie focused her practice on real estate law. She later expanded her practice to include estate and tax planning, estate and trust administration, elder law, and business transactions.
Her background in both real estate and estate planning allows her to assist clients with a broad range of personal and business-related legal matters.
Education and Academic Background
Emilie earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Legal Studies from Gannon University. Her undergraduate studies provided a strong foundation for both law school and her legal practice.
She earned her Juris Doctor from Duquesne University in 2017. During law school, Emilie participated in the university’s Study Abroad program in Ireland and was a published Junior Staff member of the Duquesne University Business Law Journal.

Noteworthy
- Recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® for Elder Law & Tax Law 2026
- Named a Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star® 2023 - present
Education & Admissions
Memberships & Associations
- Erie County Bar Association
- Member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association
Community Involvement
- Board of Directors, Member, Junior Achievement of Western PA Erie District
