Real Estate Law

REAL ESTATE LAW

Closing deals with confidence

At Lavelle Law, we understand that buying or selling your home may be the most important transaction of your life. Throughout the entire closing process, you will be represented by a real estate attorney who is a member of the Illinois Real Estate Lawyers Association. We will guide you through each step along the way, protecting your interests, and advising you on issues from liens and property taxes to home inspections and your financing. 

Our real estate attorneys have years of experience in structuring and negotiating complex property transactions for commercial property buyers and sellers. Whether you need assistance with a lease agreement, a purchase or sale closing, or guidance in dealing with TIF agreements, easement or redevelopment agreements, our experience will strengthen your position in any commercial real estate transaction. 

Our integrated legal practice groups can also work together to protect your new property by developing a new corporate entity, trusts, reviewing tax strategies, and properly positioning a commercial or rental property in your portfolio.

Our Services

Commercial Real Estate Services

  • AIA Construction Documents
  • Airbnb/Short Term Rental Law
  • Commercial Leases
  • Commercial Sales
  • Condominium Law
  • Evictions and Other Landlord Representation
  • General Contractor and Subcontractor Agreements
  • Loan Documents
  • Mechanics Liens
  • Property Taxes and Appeals
  • Reciprocal Easement Agreements
  • Tax Increment Financing (TIF)
  • Zoning, Land Use, and Regulatory Approvals

Residential Real Estate Services

  • Contractor-subcontractor Agreements
  • For Sale By Owner Transactions
  • New Construction Contracts
  • Property Line Disputes
  • Property Tax Appeals
  • Quitclaim Deeds
  • Residential Lease Review
  • Residential Loan Documents
  • Residential Purchases and Sales
  • Title Insurance Review and Claims

OUR REAL ESTATE LAW TEAM

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    Lavelle Law News and Events

    Understanding Chicago's Proposed Referendum: “Amending the Real Estate Transfer Tax”
    By Kelly A. Anderson and Gabriel Kokoszka 27 Feb, 2024
    Understand the Referendum: “Amending the Real Estate Transfer Tax!” Chicago residents participating in the March 19th primary will walk into the voting booths expecting to make consequential decisions about their nominees for President and States Attorney. But, the typical voter may find themselves slightly confused and overwhelmed when they reach a lengthy referendum at the end of their ballot, entitled “Amending the Real Estate Transfer Tax.” This referendum is four entire paragraphs of tax jargon and financial chatter, informing the reader about a ballot measure on a local tax change.
    What Are Five Items Every Investor Should Address in Their Attorney Review Letter?
    By Chance W. Badertscher 08 Jun, 2023
    In this episode of Straight Up Chicago Investor, Lavelle Law real estate attorney Chance Badertscher discusses the five items every investor should address in their Attorney Review Letter to the seller. If you are a buyer in the market for a multi-family unit, be sure to watch this short video for valuable tips.
    Learn about the main leasing, operational and legal considerations for small businesses looking to l
    By Lavelle Law 07 Feb, 2023
    Learn about the main leasing, operational and legal considerations for small businesses looking to lease, buy or relocate their business. Benna Hermanson of BRH Real Estate Consulting with Realty Associates Network Inc. and Frank Portera & Kelly Anderson of Lavelle Law will share insights and answer your questions about finding and securing the perfect space.
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    Residential Real Estate Law Posts

    Lavelle Law News and Events

    Understanding Chicago's Proposed Referendum: “Amending the Real Estate Transfer Tax”
    By Kelly A. Anderson and Gabriel Kokoszka 27 Feb, 2024
    Understand the Referendum: “Amending the Real Estate Transfer Tax!” Chicago residents participating in the March 19th primary will walk into the voting booths expecting to make consequential decisions about their nominees for President and States Attorney. But, the typical voter may find themselves slightly confused and overwhelmed when they reach a lengthy referendum at the end of their ballot, entitled “Amending the Real Estate Transfer Tax.” This referendum is four entire paragraphs of tax jargon and financial chatter, informing the reader about a ballot measure on a local tax change.
    Learn more about different ways to finance the purchase of a new home.
    By Kelly A. Anderson 26 Apr, 2023
    Mortgage interest rates have more than doubled in the last year causing some buyers to sit out for now while others look for the best way to finance their new home. Lavelle Law Shareholder Kelly Anderson and Sheila DuPaw of Guaranteed Rate discuss financing a home purchase in today's market including the seller buy-down option. Learn more about this financing tool and other approaches in this informative discussion.
    Cohabitation Agreements and Protecting Unmarried Couples’ Property Rights in Illinois
    By Chance W. Badertscher 05 Apr, 2023
    Cohabitation, or a situation in which two people in a romantic relationship live together in the same household but are not married, is an increasingly common trend in today’s society. Couples often commingle or co-own property in such situations, which can complicate the division of that property if the relationship ends. This is especially true in the state of Illinois, which is one of the few states that does not legally recognize common law marriages and their attendant property rights. Hewitt v. Hewitt, 77 Ill. 2d 49 (1979). One potential solution for unmarried partners to protect their property rights comes in the form of a cohabitation agreement.
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