Top Estate Lawyers Near Me in Chicago Area

With more than three decades of practice experience in federal and state litigation and transactional work, I have learned to focus with my client on our objective and desired outcome while being mindful of priorities and available resources. We have to keep an open mind for opportunities to achieve our goals.. Writing constantly in the condominium and community association field forces me to stay abreast of current developments in not just these areas of law, but in corporate governance, real estate, and construction as well.. Serving the community for more than two decades as a trustee, treasurer, and president of a regional sanitary district, while growing the district throughout the process, has taught me about forming collaboration among politically diverse people and interest groups.

William L. Saranow is the Principal and Founder of Saranow Law Group, LLC.  William founded Saranow Law Group, LLC  with the vision of providing Illinois residents and businesses exceptional legal services at an affordable rate.. William brings a passionate approach to the law, and he cares about his clients to the core. William’s practice focuses on real estate law and sports/entertainment law.  William has multiple years experience representing property owners throughout Illinois with real estate tax assessment appeals. Additionally, William is a certified contract advisor with the National Football League Player’s Association.. Furthermore, William received a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities Pre-Law from Michigan State University.  While attending Michigan State, William worked in the Michigan House of Representatives where he assisted State Legislators form policies and interacted with countless constituents.. William currently resides in Chicago, and he is a member of the Illinois Bar.

While I have been licensed for about 20 years, I have been in the real estate industry for over 26!  I have learned from what I consider the "best of the best" from a high volume boutique law firm, in the peak real estate years, to general counsel, to one of the largest and highest volume producing real estate firms in this state, during the REO boom.  I truly love what I do and any colleague, friend or client can attest to same.  I am passionate about my clients and their matters, whether it is real estate, landlord- tenant, Guardian ad Litem, or Estate Planning.  Each and every client's concerns and case counts, because, at the end of the day, we are all people, and what concerns my clients, also concerns me.

Welcome to my page!  DHK Attorney CPA is a law firm, that focuses on Real Estate Law, Estate Planning Law, and Corporate Law.  Over 13 years we have helped thousands of families invest in themselves.

Todd resides in Beecher, Illinois and regularly meets with clients not only in Chicago, but also in the suburbs and Northwest, Indiana.

Timothy J. Ritchey practices in the areas of estate and guardianship administration, probate and trust litigation, real estate litigation, and estate planning. Over 90% of Tim's practice is dedicated to litigation, with an emphasis on contested probate litigation. He represents individuals, families, financial institutions, medical institutions and governmental organizations in cases brought in State and Federal court. Tim has been appointed Special Assistant Attorney General in numerous matters to represent the State's interests in ongoing litigation.. Tim received his Bachelor's degree in finance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Before attending law school, he worked at Morgan Stanley as an analyst. Tim graduated with Honors from the Chicago-Kent College of Law where he interned at the Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic. While in law school, he received a Merit Scholarship and was regularly named to the Dean's List. Tim was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 2005.. Tim authors numerous articles addressing elder law issues, including withdrawal rates from retirement funds, viatical and life settlements, and tax breaks for offspring who support their parents. He is a member of the American Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association, Chicago Bar Association and DuPage County Bar Association. Tim is a committee member of the Probate Practice Committee and Estate Planning Committee of the Chicago Bar Association. Tim routinely gives speeches addressing the pertinent topics within his legal field. He is also involved with the Illinois State Bar Association in organizing functions to raise money for charity.

The Law Offices of Marc J. Lane and its financial services affiliates offer successful people a strategic, multidisciplinary approach to tax, investment, corporate, estate and insurance planning.. Marc J. Lane, a nationally recognized business and tax attorney, Master Registered Financial Planner, Registered Financial Counselor and Certified Investment Specialist, is the author of 34 books and Founder of Marc J. Lane Wealth Group ().. He is an expert on entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial finance, and an influential advocate of best corporate governance practices. Twice a recipient of the Illinois State Bar Association's Lincoln Award, Marc, a “Leading Illinois Attorney” and “Illinois Super Lawyer,” has consistently earned an "AV® Preeminent™" rating in the Martindale-Hubbell Legal Directory, the highest ranking awarded. Martindale-Hubbell also includes him in its Bar Registry of Preeminent Attorneys. By appointment of Gov. Pat Quinn, he is Chairman of the State ofIllinois’ Task Force on Social Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Enterprise, as well as Commissioner of the Serve Illinois Commission.. Marc is an innovator in helping social enterprises and social entrepreneurs leverage capital to maximize financial results while driving positive social change, and teaches Social Enterprise at Northwestern University School of Law. Marc is the pioneer behind the Advocacy Investing® approach to socially responsible and mission-related investing ().. Marc has drafted and successfully championed Low-profit Limited Liability Company (L3C) laws throughout the nation, authorizing the new hybrid business form which can leverage foundations' program-related investments to access trillions of dollars of market-driven capital for ventures with modest financial prospects, but the possibility of major social impact. Marc has served as a Director of Social Enterprise Alliance (SEA) and spearheaded the launch of its Chicagochapter, which he continues to serve as President and a Director. He has also chaired SEA’s affiliate, The Center for Social Enterprise Accreditation.

The attorneys at Jill M. Metz & Associates pride themselves on providing effective legal services to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals and couples in Chicago and throughout Cook County, Illinois. We practice law in the areas of estate planning, adoption, domestic relations or family law, probate and estate administration, small business law, and real estate.

Ryan W. Gardner is a Partner and Practice Group Leader of the the Trust and Estate Planning Practice Group at Howard & Howard, Attorneys, PLLC, a full-service law firm with over 130 attorneys in 5 offices nationwide.  Ryan regularly counsels and represents individuals and families, business owners, and diverse entrepreneurs, helping to educate and navigate simple to complex estate and business succession planning by creating sensible, customized solutions to ensure that his clients' families, assets, and business interests are protected.

Ronald E. Webb practices in the areas of estate planning, estate administration and business law. He drafts wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. His practice commonly involves asset protection, probate, real estate, business succession planning, general corporate law, and business transactions, including partnerships and limited liability companies. He also organizes family limited partnerships and drafts life insurance trusts and special needs trusts for disabled persons. Ron practices tax law in the areas of gift and estate taxation.. Ron graduated with a Bachelor's degree in economics from Loyola University of Chicago and received the degree of Juris Doctor, cum laude, from the John Marshall Law School. While a student at the John Marshall Law School, Ron was a staff editor for the John Marshall Journal of Computer & Information Law and authored an article entitled "Borders Online, LLC v. State Board of Equalization: It's Time for Congress to Weigh the Possibilities of this California Decision", which was published in the Journal; Volume XXIV Number 4, Summer 2006. Ron is also listed in the 2009 Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges.. Ron is an active member of the Chicago Bar Association, the Illinois State Bar Association, the American Bar Association, and his local Chamber of Commerce.

Robert M. Sarnoff, co-founder of Sarnoff & Baccash in 1986, is an experienced property tax attorney. Mr. Sarnoff began his career as a corporate real estate lawyer for the McDonald's Corporation. Thereafter, he became a Cook County Assistant State's Attorney where he represented the Cook County Assessor in property tax appeals. Mr. Sarnoff then joined the large law firm of Arvey, Hodes, Costello, and Burman where he was a partner for 11 years. In March of 1986, Mr. Sarnoff and fellow partner, Michael F. Baccash, co-founded the law firm of Sarnoff & Baccash in order to focus their practice on securing favorable property assessments and taxes for their property tax clients.

Raised in a real estate law office, Theresa L. Panzica has decidated her whole life to real estate, her exerience spans over four decades.  From early beginnings at the family law office answering phones to her teen years transitioning to a summer employee, she excelled in every position while maintaining two other jobs at the customer service desk at a grocery store and as a local park district summer camp counselor.  Later, in her early 20’s, Theresa transitioned to a title company escrow closer and law clerk. Theresa has been in training for her current position from a very early age.   Sworn into the Illinois Bar May of 2006, Theresa L. Panzica was able to immediately practice due to her work experience and primarily focused on representation of Purchasers or Sellers in regular purchases, sales, condominium development, or conversion, as well as business entity formation and condominium association work—even a few short sales.  Due to the 2008 real estate crash, short sales has become a majority of the Firm’s work.  However, the Law Office of Theresa L. Panzica continues to offer representation to all Buyers and Sellers in purchases, sales, short sales, condominium conversions, condominium/townhouse new construction projects, as well as representation to condominium associations and clients who need assistance with business entity formation, maintenance, dissolution, land trusts, quit claim deeds, wills, trusts, and estates.. Mentioned in the Chicago Tribune, Chicago Agent Magazine as 2016's Who's Who in Chicago Real Estate, a rising star in Top Agent Magazine in 2017, a Dynamic Woman in CS Magazine and a rising star by Super Lawyers in 2018, Panzica strives for perfection for the firm and her clients.  Panzica also proudly holds membership with the Chicago Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association, Justinian Society of Lawyers, and the Illinois Real Estate Lawyers Association. She also regularly donates and volunteers at community events benefiting various communities and volunteers her time to speak at real estate related not-for-profits where the public learns about real estate or earns hours to earn free down payment assistance on their homes.

Puneet is a Partner at Latimer LeVay Fyock LLC. Puneet concentrates his practice in the areas of tax planning, trust and estate administration, probate practice, minor and adult guardianship, estate and trust litigation, asset protection planning, and business succession planning. Puneet has experience in the administration of trusts and estates and the preparation of estate and gift tax returns, drafting post-nuptial and pre-nuptial agreements, generation-skipping trusts, qualified personal residence trusts, grantor retained annuity trusts, special needs trusts, qualified domestic trusts, intentionally defective grantor trusts and irrevocable life insurance trusts, and organizing and creating limited liability companies, corporations and limited partnerships. Puneet designs estate plans to meet the personal and business needs of a wide variety of clients, including (a) small to medium sized business owners seeking to transfer their business, (b) wealthy individuals and families seeking to facilitate the transfer of wealth within the family structure while minimizing the imposition of gift, estate or generation-skipping tax, (c) young professionals and families seeking to accumulate and protect their wealth and (d) families with special needs.

ProfileExperienced transactional attorney with a practice focused primarily on advanced planning for family offices. Representative domestic and international matters include: corporate governance, structuring, taxation, and alternative investment opportunities (including real property, private equity and debt, venture capital, and hedge funds).. Career Highlights• A frequent speaker on topics pertaining to real estate and title insurance, Nicholas is the only lawyer in Illinois to serve on the drafting committee for both of the prevailing residential real estate forms in our market (the Multi-Board Residential Real Estate Contract 7.0 and the Chicago Association of REALTOR® forms• One of just 101 title professionals nationally to hold the American Land Title Association’s highest designation (the “National Title Professional” or “NTP”)• Prior to law school, spent his early career working in public relations, government affairs, and politics for national political leaders. Educational Highlights• Holds two (2) law degrees from Loyola University Chicago, including an LL.M. in Business & Corporate Governance Law where he wrote a master’s thesis that analyzed the economic and legal environments that gave rise to the financial collapse in the United States in 2007 and 2008• Holds two (2) degrees from the University of Notre Dame, including an undergraduate degree that was earned in just three (3) years and a graduate business degree from the Mendoza College of Business. BiographyA problem-solver at his core, Nicholas has developed a reputation among his clients as being able to manage most any challenge – often becoming a quarterback of sorts for affluent families with complex legal issues.     While himself adept with real estate matters and a thought leader in his practice area, Nicholas’ best skill is often managing outside resources at moments of urgent need.

Private practice representing sellers and buyers of commercial and residential real estate and small business owners, including a commercial real estate developer and an owner of an international specialty high-end pet food manufacturer.

Principal of this 6 attorney law firm that concentrates its practice in all aspects of Civil Trial Practice and Appeals in all State and Federal Courts in the Northeastern Illinois geographical area with a focus on catastrophic bodily injury and death claims concentrating in the representation of clients in their nursing home neglect, motor vehicle negligence and premises liability claims. The firm also represents clients in their Workers Compensation Act claims and their commercial and residential real estate transactions and associated litigation.. Previously represented cases, published works, Associations, and Memberships here:

Practice is focused in business property valuation and real estate assessment. Extensive experience representing diverse clients ranging from national corporations and nonprofit organizations to family-owned businesses. In more than 30 years in the field, I have represented thousands of property owners before assessors, boards of review, state appellate boards and in the courts.

Pipovic Law Group is the premier Chicago Real Estate law firm.  Whether you are buying or selling a home, in need of foreclosure defense or have real estate needs in general, our experience, streamlined practice and dedication to getting it right every time ensure that you will have a pleasant experience.. Call today for a free consultation:

Paige N. Fox (she/her), is the founder of Fox Law, LLC dba Fox Elder Law & Estate Planning, LLC, a fully-remote Illinois law firm where legal advocacy is rooted in clarity, compassion, and a deep commitment to client care. With extensive experience in elder law, estate planning, and special needs planning, Paige helps families navigate life’s most complex legal transitions with confidence and peace of mind.. Known for translating legalese into real talk, Paige empowers clients of all ages to make informed, thoughtful decisions—especially during moments of stress or uncertainty. Her approach is holistic, grounded, and unapologetically human, combining strategic thinking with heart-led guidance.. Paige doesn’t just think outside the box—she reimagines what the box could be. Whether she’s developing innovative planning strategies, mentoring new attorneys, or guiding a client through long-term care challenges, she brings more than legal expertise—she brings presence, empathy, and a fierce dedication to doing what’s right. She believes the law can be both deeply professional and deeply personal.. Paige’s mission is to make the law accessible, compassionate, and deeply human—using it not only as a tool for protection, but as a pathway to empowerment.. Outside her legal work, Paige finds balance in movement and mindfulness—whether that’s flying through the air on a trapeze rig or exploring the connection between sound frequencies and mental well-being. She believes you can be both grounded and expansive, both professional and authentic—and her work reflects that every day. In her free time, Paige immerses herself in a diverse array of physical activities, participating in coed sports and dance classes, while also pursuing her passion for flying trapeze and circus arts. Paige expanded her skill set by becoming a certified Zumba and WERQ instructor. Her love for sports extends to all varieties, including fantasy football, and she remains a devoted Chicago Bears fan.

Our mission is to provide timely, affordable legal representation. At Bertacchi Law, we pride ourselves in client satisfaction and constant communication. This is not a 9:00-5:00 pm law firm. Instead, we make ourselves available nights and weekends. Your phone call/email is guaranteed to be returned on the same day it was received. In addition, there are no law clerks or secretaries to leave unanswered messages with, but rather direct communication with the attorney herself. Most law firms hand a case off to a paralegal or law clerk, but at Bertacchi Law your case is solely handled by an attorney from start to finish. Bertacchi Law is honored to represent you and to serve the community. We strive to become the most trusted law firm that exceeds expectations. We are located in the dunning neighborhood in Chicago.

Our firm has been representing families and victims of negligence for over 60 years.

Originally from Germany, Mr. Bremmer brings a wealth of international business experience to the firm, combined with a top-notch business and legal education. He has served in NATO in Brussels, Belgium and has worked all throughout Europe, the U.S., South America and Japan.

Offices in Chicago and Orland Park serving public, closely held for profit and not-for-profit entities, entrepreneurs and professionals in the health care, education, sports, construction and entertainment industries and their families with legacy preservation, estate planning, real estate, health care, business, trust administration, complex civil litigation, serious injury, adoption, agency, elder law, guardianship, professional responsibility and white collar criminal matters.. "Persuade your neighbors to compromise whenever you can.  Point out to them how the nominal winner is often a real loser - in fees, expenses, and waste of time.  As a peacemaker the lawyer has a superior opportunity of being a good man.  There will still be business enough."  Abraham Lincoln in 1850.

My practice is concentrated in the areas of estate planning, trust and estate administration, charitable planning, and business succession planning. A significant portion of my practice is devoted to representing musicians, songwriters, entertainers and recording artists. Many of these clients have special estate planning concerns that include the valuation and disposition of intellectual property rights, royalty income, valuable memorabilia and artwork, and merchandising contracts. Many non-profit entities, including private foundations, charitable trusts, and publicly supported charities also rely on me for legal advice. In connection with this practice, I have represented several large charitable organizations in contested estate and trust matters, recovering millions of dollars of embezzled and misappropriated funds. In addition, I regularly advise executors, trustees and beneficiaries on all aspects of estate and trust administration. This representation includes tax planning, court filings, the collection and distribution of assets, the preparation of tax returns, and the resolution of trust and estate disputes. I am actively involved in several professional organizations associated with the estate planning community, including ACTEC (American College of Trust & Estate Counsel), the premier national organization of trust and estate lawyers. I also serve as the Vice President of the Chicago Estate Planning Council, an organization of more than 650 estate planning professionals. In addition, I previously chaired the Estate & Gift Tax Division of the Federal Tax Committee of the Chicago Bar Association. Finally, I am a member of Professional Advisory Committee of the Chicago Community Trust, one of the largest public charities serving the greater Chicagoland area. When not practicing law, I enjoy playing golf, reading historical fiction, biking, scuba diving, and spending quality time with my wife and three young daughters.

My practice focuses on probate and trust administration, probate litigation, trust litigation, fiduciary litigation, and estate/asset protection planning. I advise individuals and families in contested matters with an emphasis on will, trust, and guardianship proceedings. I counsel executors and trustees during the probate/trust administration process and assist them in the preparation of estate and fiduciary tax returns. I also help individuals and families meet their estate and asset protection planning needs.