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Lincoln Park Real Estate Closing Attorneys

Our Chicago real estate closing attorneys are here to assist you in your real estate matters. We ensure that all of your needs are met and are covered by your real estate contracts and that your rights are protected every step of the way. We handle all cases with efficiency and strive to provide you with the lowest possible costs.
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"Kevin was extremely professional, responsive and knowledgeable when I came to him for help. I would definitely recommend O'Flaherty Law!"

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We believe your attorney should not speak in legalese

Finding an attorney who is a “real person” can be difficult. Many attorneys surround themselves almost exclusively with other attorneys and are accustomed to speaking in ivory tower legalese.  You should be able to connect with your attorney on a personal level, and he or she should speak to you in plain language that you can understand.  You will be working very closely with this person on issues that are very important to you. It is important that he or she be down-to-earth and someone that you connect with.

We believe your attorney should be accessible

The most common complaint that clients have of their attorneys is that the attorney is unreachable, does not communicate with them regularly, or does not promptly return your calls.  Your attorney should reach out to you about your case regularly and respond within 24 hours to calls and e-mails.  An open line of communication between you and your attorney is essential to building trust.

We believe your attorney should be realistic with you about costs and outcomes

Your attorney’s goal should not be to win at all costs.  Rather, it should be to achieve a favorable outcome for you as efficiently as possible.  It is important that your attorney set realistic expectations at the outset as to the costs you should expect, the concerns that the attorney has about the outcome of your case, and the length of time that you should expect your case to take.

Regardless of the nature of your case, we have an experienced attorney who will focus on your individual needs. Our team of attorneys works closely together, bringing each of their different fields of experience to bear in order to optimize our client care.

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"Kevin was extremely professional, responsive and knowledgeable when I came to him for help. I would definitely recommend O'Flaherty Law!"

More information about our Lincoln Park Real Estate Closing Attorneys

Our Chicago real estate closing attorneys are here to assist you in your real estate matters. We ensure that all of your needs are met and are covered by your real estate contracts and that your rights are protected every step of the way. We handle all cases with efficiency and strive to provide you with the lowest possible costs.

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(312) 736-1384
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What to Expect From a Legal Consultation

The purpose of a consultation is to determine whether our firm is a good fit for your legal needs. Although we often discuss expected results and costs, our attorneys do not give legal advice unless and until you choose to retain us.

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1941 N. Elston Ave., Ste. A

Chicago, IL 60642

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Hours of Operation

Monday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Wednesday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Thursday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Friday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
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I am personally committed to ensuring that each one of our clients receives the highest level of client service from our team.  Our mission is to provide excellent legal work in a cost-effective manner while maintaining open lines of communication between our clients and their attorneys.  Many of our clients are going through difficult times in their lives when they reach out to us.  They should feel comfortable leaning on the experience and knowledge of our attorneys as their counselors and advocates.  We are here to help!

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Further Reading from our Lincoln Park Real Estate Closing Attorneys

Preparing For Real Estate Closings in Chicago

In this article, we explain how to prepare for a real estate closing in Chicago. In this article, we discuss a checklist of tasks for the seller (or the seller's attorney) to handle between the execution of the contract and the closing date. We cover questions about residential real estate, including but not limited to the following:

  • What disclosures are required for Illinois real estate closings?
  • What is atitle commitment in a real estate transaction?
  • What is responsible for ordering a survey in an Illinois real estate closing?

Read our full article where Chicago real estate closings lawyers discuss how to prepare for a real estate closing.

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Property in probate in Chicago

The question of whether or not all property is subject to probate is often asked once someone has passed away. In this article, we explain what probate is, when probate is required in Illinois, what it means for an asset to be subject to probate, and what types of property do not need to go through probate in Illinois when their owner passes away.

In this article, we discuss questions pertaining to property probate including:

  • What Does it Mean for an Asset to be Subject to Probate?
  • What Types of Assets Do Not Have to Go Through Probate?
  • Does Property Held in Trust Go Through Probate?
  • Does Jointly Titled Property Go Through Probate in Illinois?
  • Do Payable on Death Accounts Go Through Probate in Illinois?
  • Transfer on Death Deeds and Illinois Probate

Read the full article by our Chicago real estate closing lawyers regarding how to appeal your property tax assessment.

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Inheriting Real Estate in Chicago

A probate court is appointed a guardian in the absence of a will or trust, for when the decedent's estate will go through probate. The guardian of the minor child is responsible for managing the inherited assets of the minor until the minor reaches age 18, at which point the remaining assets will be paid out to the child. The guardian of the estate will have the duty to preserve as much of the inheritance as possible for distribution to the child when the child reaches the age of majority.  

This can occur under various circumstances including: 

  • Decedent dies intestate (without a will or trust)
  • Decedent has a will in place, but not a trust
  • Decedent has a trust in place 

Read the full article by our Chicago real estate closings attorneys regarding a minor inheriting property.

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