Top Estate Lawyers Near Me in Schaumburg Area

Spiros D. Alikakos concentrates his practice in estate planning, probate, trust administration, and real estate transactions. Spiros has extensive knowledge and experience counseling and advising individuals to assist them to reach their estate planning objectives.. In addition, Spiros has assisted multiple trustees in administrating decedent’s trusts, including filing with the Illinois Probate Courts and Proceeding with court administration.. If needed, Spiros can also assist clients with all aspects of probate administration, including positioning the court, on behalf of an administrator, to enter into probate administration.. Spiros also has significant experience with real estate transactions, and has assisted many first-time home buyers in attaining home ownership.

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I was born, raised and educated in Chicago.  I graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago (1983) and the John Marshall Law School (1987).  I worked as an associate attorney in three different law firms until 1996 when I started my own law practice in the northwest suburbs, and eight years ago I moved my office to Schaumburg.  Over the years I have focused my law practise to the areas of Real Estate Law, Estate Planning and Probate Law.  The nature of my practice has me handing matters which are very personal to my clients, and I work hard to make my clients feel comfortable in discussiing these matters, and having confidence that I will help them achieve their goals.

I was born and raised in Southern Wisconsin and attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison.  I have lived in Chicago for the past four years, and I believe I have a new home.. I have been foceused on the practice of real estate law since law school and I am thrilled to be a member of Lavelle Law, LTD.  The firm provides all of the tools I could need to succeed and is able to serve our clients in all areas of the law.

I am both an Attorney and a Certified Public Accountant.  I maintain both licenses and have worked not only for the world's largest accounting firms, but also on the tax staff of one of the world's wealthies families.  I have charied Bar Association committies on Taxation, as well as Estate planning and Probate.  I am a sought after lecturer on taxation and have spoken before CPA socieities, Bar (Law) Associations and Professional groups, in variouls points of the country.  I have hosted radio shows on taxation and planning that were at one time syndicated in various parts of the US!. I have been interviewed by as far ranging shows as National Public Radio and also appeared in the National Law Journal in an article on who does the Nation's top tax lawyers tax returns!  I have also been publised well over 100 times and have written chapters in bokks on taxation as well as estate and entity planning.. Our expertise is in representing owners of closely held businesses for tax defense as well as tax planning.  We have fought the IRS, the Illinois Department of Revenue as well as cases in many states.. We seek to do our best for each and every client and are honored to represent each and every client.. If you need help in business planning, income tax planning, estate planning or IRS defense, Call us!. thank you. Richard M. Colombik, JD, CPA

Edward J. Witas III focuses his practice in the fields of Real Estate, Estate Planning and Probate Practice,  Business Law, Divorce, General and Commercial Litigation, Personal Injury; DUI, Traffic and Criminal Defense.  He has successfully represented individual and business clients in a variety of matters, as both plaintiff and defense counsel, throughout Cook, McHenry, Lake, DuPage, Will, and Kane Counties.Mr. Witas received his Juris Doctorate with the high distinction of Magna Cum Laude, from The Thomas M. Cooley Law School, in Lansing, Michigan. He has been recognized for his work in the fields of torts, contracts, and secured transactions. Prior to his admission to the Illinois Bar, Mr. Witas served in the Lake County States Attorney's Office, assisting in the prosecution of DUI, traffic, and other criminal offenses.Mr. Witas is a member of Illinois State Bar Association.

As a specialist in real estate, family law, litigation, and business and corporate law, Allen has provided responsible legal representation for clients in a wide variety of matters for over 30 years. He combines his extensive experience and proven track record with a singular focus on his clients’ needs.In family law matters, Allen counsels clients in the emotional and legal battles involved in divorce, custody, prenuptial agreements, child support, and paternity. He is known for treating his clients with dignity and respect as they work through sensitive issues. His numerous business and corporate clients benefit from his vast experience and knowledge in all areas of business law. Allen’s skills and experience in both residential and commercial real estate law are widely respected among real estate professionals and clients alike. In addition to representing real estate buyers and sellers, his services include lease negotiation and construction contracts. Allen’s skills as a litigator and mediator are also highly regarded. His is known to advocate intelligently and aggressively for his clients in both bench and jury trials. Allen is active in a number of community service organizations, including being the attorney for the Hoffman Estates Chamber of Commerce. A long-standing member of the Rotary Club of Schaumburg and Hoffman Estates, Allen has served as President, Secretary, Treasurer, a Director and Board Member. Allen is currently on the Board of Directors and is the Secretary of the Rotary Club of Schaumburg and Hoffman Estates Charitable Foundation and was named Rotarian of the Year for his Rotary Club. Allen is also on the Board of Directors of the Northwest Suburban Bar Association and is the attorney for Rotary District 6440.A sought-after public speaker within the attorney community, Allen has presented at seminars for both the Chicago Bar Association and the Northwest Suburban Bar Association.Allen received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications Arts Radio/TV Broadcasting from Michigan State University, and his Juris Doctor from The John Marshall Law School. He was honorably discharged as a Sergeant in the United States Marine Corp.

As a business owner myself, I offer my clients the combined expertise of business development and legal skill. I advise clients on entity formation, contracts, and succession planning.. I was born and raised in Schaumburg and currently live in the city of Chicago. I volunteer with animals at The Anti Cruelty Society and contribute to community programs with SEWA International Chicago.. My goal is to be not only your attorney, but your trusted advisor for life. Please feel free to contact me to get started on securing your family’s future today.

Ann Fischer joined Gardi & Haught in 2008; her main areas of practice include Estate Planning and Immigration Law. Ann uses her expertise and experience to advocate for her clients in all of the areas of law that she practices.. Ann earned a Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communications from the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana and she is a graduate of The John Marshall Law School in Chicago, Illinois.