Top Estate Lawyers Near Me in Oak Brook Area

Shawn Bolger was born in Oak Park, Illinois and has lived in the Chicagoland all of her life. She attended the University of Denver as an undergraduate where she received a Bachelor in Science and Business Administration, Cum Laude. Although it was hard to leave the Rocky Mountains, she returned to Chicago to attend DePaul University, where she graduated with a Juris Doctorate in 1984.. Shawn’s family has always been active in the local real estate market, so it was only natural to start her own law office with an emphasis on real estate. Shawn’s father was also an attorney and with his help and guidance she developed a thriving practice.. She has closed thousands of transactions and feels confident that the combination of old-fashioned professionalism with modern day savvy brings her client’s high quality representation at a real estate closing. She looks forward to helping you with your real estate closing.

Ms. Riechert is licensed to practice law in Illinois and Ohio. Ms. Riechert obtained a B.B.A. from the University of Cincinnati in 2003. She graduated from Salmon P. Chase College of Law in 2007 and was admitted to the bar in Ohio that same year. Ms. Riechert relocated to Illinois and became licensed to practice law in Illinois in 2011.. Ms. Riechert practices in the areas of estate planning, probate, and guardianship. Ms. Riechert’s past experience primarily in the area of family law enables her to understand the often complex nature of modern families with adoptions, blended families, and same sex marriages. She is passionate about providing high quality legal services to clients through exceptional service, communication, and compassion to face any concern a client may have.. Ms. Riechert lives in the western suburbs with her husband and children and is active in her community.

Michael V. LoCicero has practiced law in DuPage County for over three decades. Michael's dedication to the community includes volunteering in local education, sports, and government programs. As a seasoned estate planning attorney, he believes in personal service at a reasonable price and dedication to clients from start to finish. Michael values open communication with his clients by keeping them fully informed about their matters, providing advice, and ultimately helping clients make the best, fully-informed decisions possible. Michael's problem solving and cost-effective approach allows him to reach client goals as quickly as possible at a reasonable rate.

Michael Botti earned his Bachelor of Arts from Marquette University and his Juris Doctor, Cum Laude, from Michigan State University in 2001. Soon after graduating from Michigan State, Mr. Botti began working as an Assistant State’s Attorney in DuPage County. As a misdemeanor assistant, Michael Botti prosecuted thousands of cases, was the First Chair in a General Misdemeanor courtroom, and was responsible for prosecuting all types of misdemeanor offenses from DUI, retail theft and battery to criminal sexual assault.. As a felony assistant, Michael Botti prosecuted all types of felony cases before being promoted to the Narcotics Unit, where he prosecuted major drug offenses. While in the state’s attorney’s office, Mr. Botti was also involved in training new police officers from all over the State of Illinois. When Mr. Botti left the State’s Attorney’s Office, he was a Second Chair Felony Assistant, and had tried hundreds of felony and misdemeanor cases before judges and juries.. In October of 2005, Michael Botti joined Botti Law Firm, P.C. Mr. Botti continues to practice criminal law, defending clients in traffic, misdemeanor and felony cases in both federal and state court. He also handles civil matters including personal injury and family law, and represents clients in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, Will, Winnebago, DeKalb, McHenry, and Kendall counties. Michael is also the attorney for the Illinois State Crime Commission.

Laurie has been practicing law for nearly 29 years. Her practice focuses primarily on residential real estate sales and purchases, as well as, wills and trusts. In addition, Laurie has presided over Formal Hearings for the Illinois Secretary of State’s Office for over 20 years.. Her extensive practice in administrative law, including as a Hearing Officer for the City of Chicago’s Department of Buildings, gives her a strong advantage in most real estate transactions.. Laurie endeavors to keep her clients and their real estate agents informed throughout the process thereby reducing the stress for all involved in real estate transactions.

Kathryn has over 30 years of legal experience.  She has two office locations:  Oak Brook, Illinois and Cumming, Georgia.. Ms. Harry graduated from Millikin University, Decatur, Illinois in 1988 and from DePaul University College of Law, Chicago, Illinois in 1991. She became licensed in Illinois in 1991, the U.S. Supreme Court in 2005, and in Georgia in 2019.. Her previous appointments with the DuPage County Bar Association include serving as the Chair of the Professional Responsibility Committee, the  Chair of the Bankruptcy Committee, on the subcommittee for the Family Law Trial Advocacy Workshop for Practicing Attorneys and as a member of the Legal Referral Service Committee. She is also a member of the Illinois State Bar Association, Georgia State Bar Association and is on the Board of Directors for the Forsyth County Bar Association.

Jack Prato speaks several foreign languages English, Italian and Spanish which have proven to be a great asset to his clients. He has won accolades for his work in bringing resolution to difficult issues with diverse cultures. He delivers a great variety of services in a global competitive environment to his clients. Jack's main referral source is from several low-cost legal organizations:  ARAG Group, Hyatt Legal Services, Lawpoint, Workplace Options, and US Legal Services; in addition to satisfied previous clients, and nothing gives him more Pride and Satisfaction than knowing his clients are happy with the services he provides.. "When It Comes to Meeting Your Legal Needs,. Call Prato & Associates, We do Good Deeds". Emaill:

I am a Real Estate & Bankruptcy Attorney covering Chicago and all suburbs. I am committed to helping my clients get the best representation possible. I represent home buyers and sellers in their real estate transactions from negotiations all the way up to the closing and beyond. I also help clients who are in financial trouble with creditors or other debt get a fresh start by exploring the possibility of bankruptcy. I have a passion for helping people. For many, buying a home will be one of the most expensive purchases in their lifetime and consequently can be very stressful. My job is to ease that stress and facilitate the transaction in the most meticulous yet efficient manner possible. When it comes to my bankruptcy clients, I often get hand-written letters thanking me for helping them get a fresh start. It is very rewarding for me personally. I am passionate about what I do. I love my job and I love helping people. I am all about exceptional communication, and often find myself answering or returning phone calls at all times of the day/night. I may not get much sleep, but one thing is for sure: my clients are happy. And that in turn makes me happy. Give me a call today for a free consultation!. You can reach me at.

Bernard J. Toussaint is founder and principal of Law Offices of Bernard J. Toussaint, P.C., a law firm in Oak Brook, Illinois, dedicated to helping its clients solve the legal challenges they face in their personal estate planning and business transactions.  For well over 30 years, Bernie has been a trusted legal advisor to families, business owners, entrepreneurs, commercial real estate investors, owners and developers, financial institutions and health care professionals throughout the greater Chicago Metropolitan area.. Bernie has engaged in the private practice of law since being admitted to the Illinois Bar in November 1983, after having earned his law degree at DePaul University in Chicago.  While at DePaul, Bernie served on the DePaul Law Review, where he wrote and published a casenote on the Double Jeopardy clause of the Fifth Amendment to the United States Constitution.  He completed his undergraduate studies at Illinois Benedictine College (now Benedictine University) in 1980, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree cum laude, majoring in both History and Philosophy.. Bernie concentrates his practice on estate planning, probate, trust administration and business law including business succession planning.  He has built his practice by providing sound, sophisticated and sensible legal advice in a prompt, personal and efficient manner.. In addition to his law practice, Bernie has been actively involved in several service, educational and community organizations.  He has been a member of the Rotary Club of Oak Brook since 1991, holding numerous positions including Club President.  He serves on the Board of Trustees for MacCormac College in Chicago.  He has previously served on the Board of Trustees for Benet Academy, a college preparatory high school in Lisle, Illinois, and on the Board of Trustees for the Green Hills Public Library District in Palos Hills, Illinois.. Bernie’s business and professional affiliations include the Illinois State Bar Association, DuPage Estate Planning Council, WealthCounsel and The Greater Oak Brook Chamber of Commerce.. Bernie enjoys spending time with his family.  He is an avid reader and an enthusiastic runner.

Attorney Kathryn Whitacre graduated from law school in 2011 with the intention of starting her own family-based legal practice. She wanted to provide dedicated, personalized service to clients, which she grew up believing was important in a small town in Ohio. Being raised by entrepreneurs instilled values of hard work and dedication that carried over into maintaining relationships with professional contacts.. Kathryn concentrates in family law and offers clients the best steps to resolving their legal issues while maintaining communication and respect. She knows how divorce, child custody, real estate, and business law can be complex and frustrating- but her number one priority is to provide care and attention to each client efficiently.. To schedule your FREE consultation with the DuPage County Family Law & Real Estate Attorney, visit online or call our office located in Oak Brook, IL.

Attorney David E. Hoy is the senior partner of The Law Offices of Hoy & Sahlas, Ltd. and has 30+ years of experience as an attorney.  The Law Offices of Hoy & Sahlas, Ltd. was formerly known as The Law Offices of David E. Hoy when Mr. Hoy founded the firm in 1985.. Mr. Hoy, having successfully passed the Illinois Bar Exam upon first examination in July, 1983, was admitted to practice in Illinois in November, 1983 by the Illinois Supreme Court as an Attorney and Counselor at Law and admitted to the practice of law in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois in December, 1983.  Mr. Hoy received his Juris Doctor degree in May, 1983 from Northern Illinois University and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Elmhurst College.. Mr. Hoy has been in private practice since 1985 with offices in the western suburbs of Chicago.  For nearly 30 years, he has concentrated his practice in Estate Planning, Estate Administration, Business Law, Condominium Representation and Commercial Real Estate.  He is a registered title agent with Commonwealth Land Title Insurance Company, Fidelity National Title & Insurance Company, and First American Title Insurance Company.. Mr. Hoy serves on the Public Policy Committee of the Greater Oak Brook Chamber of Commerce.  He currently serves as Board Chairman for Keep Believing Ministries, an international Not-for-Profit Christian ministry.   Mr. Hoy has also served on the Planned Giving Committee of Elmhurst College and is past chairman of the Oak Park & River Forest branch of CBMC International (f/k/a Christian Businessmen’s Committee and n/k/a Connecting Business and the Marketplace to Christ); and is past chairman of a large church in Oak Park, Illinois.  He is a member of the Du Page County Estate Planning Council, the Christian Legal Society, theIllinois State Bar Association, the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce, the Greater Oak Brook Chamber of Commerce and formerly with the Oak Park - River Forest Chamber of Commerce.. For decades, Mr. Hoy has given seminars on Estate Planning for clients of various financial service firms and not-for-profit organizations in Chicago and the western suburbs.. Prior to beginning his private law practice in 1985, Mr. Hoy was employed with Chicago law firms in the roles of both plaintiff’s and defendant’s counsel.  His business experience prior to law practice includes nine years as a Manager of Compensation, Benefits and Human Resources for three different major U.S. corporations.. In his free time, Mr. Hoy enjoys fishing, hiking, and various activites including teaching Adult Bible Classes,  playing guitar in the worship band and singing at his church in Western Springs, Illinois. Mr. Hoy and his wife have been married more than 45 years, and together have conducted marriage seminars for decades at various churches in the Greater Chicago Metro Area.  His wife, Lynette, is a counselor, author and owner of CounselCare Connection, P.C. and the Anger Management Institute.

Angela M. Iaria is a licensed attorney specializing in the areas of civil litigation, family law, child custody and support, and estate administration in DuPage, Kane, Will, Cook and surrounding collar counties. Ms. Iaria's practice involves uncontested and contested divorce, post-decree conflicts, including child support, child-related expenses and child custody issues, as well as pre and post-nuptial agreements and estate administration. Additionally, Ms. Iaria has conducted multiple bench and jury trials in state and federal court for cases involving breach of contract disputes, breach of fiduciary duties, premises liability and real estate disputes.. Angela Iaria has served on the board for the DuPage Association of Women Lawyers since 2014 and will serve as its President in 2020.  Ms. Iaria also serves on Judiciary Committee for the DuPage County Bar Association.  Ms. Iaria is an active member of the Illinois State Bar Association and the Wisconsin State Bar Association.