Your future. Your legacy.

Private Wealth Management

Planning for Today. Building for Tomorrow.

At Legacy Partners, we believe wealth is about more than financial assets. It is about the people, values, and opportunities that shape your future and the legacy you hope to leave behind.

For more than 18 years, our team has been built on lasting relationships, shared experiences, and a genuine commitment to one another. The strong bonds we have developed over the years create a culture that feels like family and shape the way we serve our clients.

We work closely with individuals, families, and business owners to help simplify complex financial decisions and create thoughtful strategies aligned with their goals. By combining the experience of our team with the resources available through UBS, we provide personalized guidance designed around each client's unique circumstances. Above all, we believe meaningful advice starts with strong relationships, helping our clients enjoy today while planning confidently for tomorrow.

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Built on Trust

For more than 18 years, Legacy Partners has been built on lasting relationships, shared experiences, and a genuine commitment to one another. The strong bonds we have developed over the years create a culture that feels like family and shape the way we serve our clients. We believe the strongest partnerships are built on trust and personal connection, which is why we are committed to providing thoughtful guidance, personalized service, and unwavering support for the individuals and families we serve.

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    Paul E. Lee, CPWA, CEPA, CRPS, CRPC

    Managing Director–Wealth Management

    Private Wealth Advisor

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    As the managing member of Legacy Partners, Paul serves as a senior advisor providing advice and guidance to clients.  He draws upon his deep experience as a Certified Public Accountant to assist clients in business succession planning, estate minimization and philanthropic planning.

    Paul proudly served as the Investment Committee Chair - Board of Trustees for the $1.7B Presbyterian Church USA Foundation and has chaired investment, governance and development committees for multiple non-profits.

    Paul received a B.S. in Accounting from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University and a Certificate in Advanced Portfolio Management from DePaul University.   He is a CPWA® from the Yale School of Management, a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®), a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC®), and a Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS®).

    Paul and his wife, Kimberly, reside in Barrington with their three children, Connor, Jack & Jenna.

    • Barron’s Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams, 2024The Barron's rating is awarded annually in May based on information from the prior year Q4.
    • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in April based on information from a 12 month period ending June of the prior year.
    • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.
    • UBS Wealth Management Director’s Council, 2026UBS Financial Services Inc. Councils are a distinction held by UBS Financial Advisors based on criteria including evaluation of compliance with firm rules, standards & policies and revenue. Council membership is not representative of any one client's experience and is not indicative of the advisor’s future performance.
    • UBS Wealth Management President’s Council, 2024, 2025UBS Financial Services Inc. Councils are a distinction held by UBS Financial Advisors based on criteria including evaluation of compliance with firm rules, standards & policies and revenue. Council membership is not representative of any one client's experience and is not indicative of the advisor’s future performance.

    • The Kelley School of Business at Indiana University, B.S. in Accounting
    • Kellstadt Graduate School of Business, DePaul University, MBA
    • Yale School of Management
    • Private Wealth Advisor
    • Executive Director
    • Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor
    • Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist
    • Certified Exit Planning Advisor
    • Institutional Consultant, UBS Institutional Consulting Program
    Financial planning
    Long-term care planning
    Estate planning strategies
    Philanthropy
    Exit planning
    Alternative investments
    Retirement Plan consulting
    Family Offices
    303 E Main Street
    3rd Floor
    Barrington, IL 60010
    paul.e.lee@ubs.com
    Paul E. Lee, CPWA, CEPA, CRPS, CRPC
    303 E Main Street,Barrington,IL,60010
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    Ryan T. Lindgren, CIMA, CFP

    Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

    Financial Advisor

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    Serving as a relationship manager for the team, Ryan provides advice and guidance to affluent families and professionals.  He employs the team's strategic approach in helping clients address their complex financial needs and lay the foundation for pursuing their goals.

    Ryan currently serves as the Treasurer of the University of Illinois – Chicago Letterman's Club and is the Founder and President of the Patrick Grange Memorial Foundation for ALS.

    Ryan is a Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®) from University of Chicago Booth School of Business, a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) and earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP®) designation.  Ryan received a B.S. in Finance and Marketing from the University of Illinois – Chicago.  

    Ryan and his wife, Jen, reside in Chicago with their children Isla and Greyson.

    • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.

    • University of Illinois – Chicago, B.S. Finance and Marketing
    • Certified Investment Management Analyst
    • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER
    • Certified Exit Planning Advisor
    Financial planning
    Retirement planning
    Estate planning strategies
    Business succession
    Investing
    Custom portfolios
    303 East Main Street
    Barrington, IL 60010
    ryan.lindgren@ubs.com
    Ryan T. Lindgren, CIMA, CFP
    303 East Main Street,Barrington,IL,60010
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    Jacob R. Niggemann, CIMA, CEPA

    Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

    Financial Advisor

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    Serving as a relationship manager for the team, Jake executes and implements the strategic recom­mendations for our clients, such as gaps of insurance coverage and credit and liquidity management solutions through UBS Bank USA. He is also responsible for coordinating with our client’s other advisors to ensure that our collaborative work for our mutual client is achieved.

    Jake currently serves as the Treasurer of the Board of Directors for Messiah Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten and is the Founder and Administrator of The Gayle M. Niggemann Memorial Fund.

    Jake received a B.S. in finance from Northern Illinois University and a Certificate in Advanced Portfolio Management from DePaul University.

    Jake and his wife, Krystal, reside in Wauconda with their two children, Conrad and Collette.

    • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2026The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.

    • Northern Illinois University, B.S. Finance
    • Certified Investment Management Analyst
    • Certified Exit Planning Advisor
    Financial planning
    Retirement planning
    Estate planning strategies
    Business succession
    Custom portfolios
    Alternative investments
    Multi-generational families
    Business owners
    303 East Main Street
    Barrington, IL 60010
    jacob.niggemann@ubs.com
    Jacob R. Niggemann, CIMA, CEPA
    303 East Main Street,Barrington,IL,60010
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    Jeanne Varwig

    Wealth Strategy Associate

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    Jeanne brings over 25 years of financial services experience.  She will be responsible for supporting the team in all phases of client relationship management.  Jeanne will strive to exceed your expectations by providing attentive, high-touch personalized service.   

    Jeanne has a BS from the University of Michigan and an MBA from Northwestern University, Kellogg School of Management

    Jeanne resides in Inverness.

      • University of Michigan, B.A. English
      • Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University, MBA, Finance & Accounting
        303 East Main Street
        Barrington, IL 60010
        jeanne.varwig@ubs.com
        Jeanne Varwig
        303 East Main Street,Barrington,IL,60010
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        Ashley Childress

        Registered Client Associate

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          • University of Illinois, B.A. Molecular Biology
          • Kellstadt Graduate School of Business, DePaul University, MBA
            303 East Main Street
            Barrington, IL 60010
            ashley.childress@ubs.com
            Ashley Childress
            303 East Main Street,Barrington,IL,60010
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            Hannah Ford

            Client Associate

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              Hannah supports the team through day-to-day operations, client meetings and events, and administrative responsibilities. She also assists with marketing and social media initiatives, helping create an organized and positive experience for clients.

              Hannah graduated from Grand Valley State University in 2025 with a B.B.A in Finance and a minor in Public Relations and Advertising.

              Hannah resides in Lindenhurst.

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                  303 East Main Street
                  Barrington, IL 60010
                  hannah.ford@ubs.com
                  Hannah Ford
                  303 East Main Street,Barrington,IL,60010
                • Titus Song

                  Executive Director

                  Alternative Investments Consultant

                • Sarah J. Salomon , CAP®

                  Managing Director

                  Head – Family Advisory and Philanthropy

                • Matthew Morris, CFA

                  Managing Director

                  Head, Portfolio Advisory Group East Division

                • Jennifer Miara

                  Jennifer Miara

                  Executive Director

                  Ultra High Net Worth Lending Specialist, Lending Origination

                You. Connected.

                As a UBS Private Wealth Management team, we connect you to firmwide experts, thought leaders and premier resources to address your most important goals.

                You. Connected.

                Liquidity

                Liquidity

                Provide cash flow for short-term expenses - to help maintain your lifestyle

                Longevity

                Longevity

                For longer-term needs - to help improve your lifestyle

                Legacy

                Legacy

                For needs that go beyond your own - to help improve the lives of others

                Provide cash flow for short-term expenses - to help maintain your lifestyle

                • Entertainment and travel
                • Taxes
                • Purchasing a home

                For longer-term needs - to help improve your lifestyle

                • Retirement
                • Healthcare and long-term care expenses
                • Purchasing a second home

                For needs that go beyond your own - to help improve the lives of others

                • Giving to family
                • Philanthropy
                • Wealth transfer over generations

                Advice. Beyond investing

                Connecting you to the deep resources of UBS

                By seeing the big picture, we provide access to the global platforms and the financial and intellectual strengths of UBS’s experts in Wealth Management, Asset Management and our Private and Investment Banks.

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                Estate planning strategies

                We have the experience and insight to help you preserve assets, reduce estate tax exposure and transition wealth to future generations. With our access to an extensive network of estate planning professionals, we will work closely together to help you build a comprehensive plan for transitioning assets to future generations.

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                Planning for a changing tax landscape

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                Workplace Wealth

                A focus on personalized access and service

                Working with diverse clients with specific needs, our team sees it as our top responsibility to understand each aspect of your unique and often complicated financial life.

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                Maximize your potential wealth

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                Comprehensive planning for significant wealth

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                Investments and finances under one roof

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                Turn possibilities into a plan

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                Dividing wealth across generations

                Insights

                Business Owner Insights

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                Ready to sell your business?

                The five hallmarks of a successful sale

                Move forward with confidence in possibly the biggest venture of your life. We can help advise and orchestrate your entire team of experts throughout the sale process and beyond.

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                Advice for business owners & entrepreneurs

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                Business transition & succession planning

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