Top Estate Lawyers Near Me in Des Plaines Area

Rick J. Erickson is the President and Founder of Erickson Law Office, Ltd. and has been practicing law in Des Plaines, Illinois for over 35 years. Rick completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Illinois (Champaign) in 1974 and earned his Juris Doctor from the John Marshall Law School in 1977. After graduating law school, Rick practiced as a partner with two northwest suburban law firms - Samelson, Knickerbocker & Erickson from 1978-1985 and Tuttle, Vedral, Collins & Erickson from 1985-1999. In 1999, Rick incorporated Rick J. Erickson, Ltd as a sole practitioner. He was joined by his son, Mark, in 2013 to form Erickson Law Office. Rick has built his real estate driven law practice through a valued client base and strong referral network.. Erickson Law Office provides premium legal representation with an active, hands-on approach. Our attorneys and staff take pride in providing the accessibility, responsiveness, and attention to detail that our valued clients deserve.

Mark J.T. Erickson joined Rick J. Erickson, Ltd. as an Associate in 2013, after 4 years of practice with an estate planning and probate law firm in downtown Chicago. Mark completed his undergraduate studies with a Bachelor's Degree in Economics and Engineering Science from Vanderbilt University in 2005, and received his Juris Doctor from the John Marshall Law School in 2009. Mark partnered with his father in 2015, forming Erickson Law Office, Ltd. Mark has provided significant contributions towards the growth of the practice, focusing primarily in the area of real estate transactions, condominium law, and commercial litigation.Erickson Law Office provides premium legal representation with an active, hands-on approach. Our attorneys and staff take pride in providing the accessibility, responsiveness, and attention to detail that our valued clients deserve.

I provide representation to clients throughout Cook, DuPage and Lake counties in a variety of legal matters facing individuals, families and small businesses such as divorces, wills, incorporations, and intellectual property. I offer free consultations, low hourly fees and in some cases I may be able to help you for a fixed fee.

Christina began her legal career in 2003 and has been meeting her clients needs for over 10 years.Christina concentrates her practice in the areas of estate planning and administration, business formation and planning, tax preparation, tax planning, tax controversy, residential real estate and personal bankruptcy.. Christina was a Presidential Scholar and graduated from Loyola University Chicago cum laude in 2001, where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree in political science.  She was granted early admission to law school and received her Juris Doctorate from Loyola University Chicago School of Law in 2003, with a concentration in tax law.  During law school, she competed in the Intra-school Moot Court Competition, and was on the Sutherland Rich Moot Court Team, where she won Best Advocate and Regional Champion and advanced to the National Competition in Washington, D.C.  In November 2003, she was admitted to practice law in Illinois.  In February 2004, she was admitted to the bar for the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois.. Christina currently resides with her family in Des Plaines, Illinois.

Experienced Estate attorney serving clients in Des Plaines and surrounding areas.