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Vicki Hathaway Gonzalez
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The John Marshall Law SchoolIllinois
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David J. Winthers
David J. Winthers
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Illinois Business Law Attorney with 38 years experience

David J. Winthers is a lifelong resident of DuPage County having graduated from Wheaton Central High School in 1974 and Wheaton College in 1977. Read More »
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George S. Bellas
George S. Bellas
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Illinois Business Law Lawyer with 44 years experience

George has been recognized by other attorneys as one of the best trial lawyers in Illinois and has been named an Illinois Super Lawyer for his work in business litigation for 14 years. He has handled... Read More »
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Misty J. Cygan
Misty J. Cygan
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Illinois Business Law Lawyer with 11 years experience

Shepard Broad Law Center, Nova Southeastern UniversityFlorida, Illinois and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
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Jay Kaufman
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Northbrook, IL Business Law Attorney with 38 years experience
(847) 807-1108 707 Skokie Boulevard
Suite 600A
 Northbrook, IL 60062
Business, Elder, Estate Planning and Tax
Northern Illinois University
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As the founder of the firm Kaufman Law Group, LLC, Jay C. Kaufman practices in the areas of business law and estate planning. For nearly 35 years, he has been practicing at his own firm. Attorney Kaufman is a proud member of ElderCounsel, WealthCounsel, American Bar Association, and the Illinois State Bar Association. He received both his undergraduate and Juris Doctorate degrees from North Illinois University. Mr. Kaufman has earned an 8.5 Excellent rating on Avvo.com. For a case review, please contact his firm today.
Alexander B Blum
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Northbrook, IL Business Law Attorney with 8 years experience
(224) 406-9529 P.O. Box 182
 Northbrook, IL 60065-0182
Business, Criminal, DUI and Domestic Violence
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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I, Alexander Blum, want to be your Attorney. I cherish my Clients, and hope to impart some of my skills and knowledge so that my Clients are able to live a better and more productive life. I have appeared in many of the Courhouses in Illinois and I have a great working relationship with many Prosecutors and State Attorneys. I am very persuasive without being agressive, and I will give it my all to get the best possible result for my Client. Give me a call 773-999-2586 (BLUM)
(773) 999-2586 900 Chicago Ave
Ste 104
 Evanston, IL 60202
Rafi Arbel
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Northbrook, IL Business Law Lawyer
(312) 970-9353 620B Academy Dr
 Northbrook, IL 60062
Business
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
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E Michael Ciesla
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Northbrook, IL Business Law Attorney with 21 years experience
(847) 412-1988 836 Skokie Blvd
 Northbrook, IL 60062
Business and Securities
The John Marshall Law School
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James J Wochner
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Northbrook, IL Business Law Lawyer with 46 years experience
(847) 272-7360 707 Skokie Blvd
Suite 500
 Northbrook, IL 60062
Free ConsultationBusiness and Estate Planning
Saint Louis University
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James J. Wochner is the founder and principal owner of The Wochner Law Firm in Northbrook, Illinois. He graduated from St. Louis University, St. Louis, Missouri, earning a degree in Economics. While in college, he participated in intercollegiate varsity basketball and baseball. Mr. Wochner received his Juris Doctor degree from St. Louis University after attending night law school. By day he taught mathematics and history and coached athletics in a high school in St. Louis, Missouri. He is presently a member of the Illinois State Bar Association and its section on Trusts and Estates. He is admitted to practice before all...
Bradford Block
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Northbrook, IL Business Law Attorney with 42 years experience
(847) 559-0860 400 Skokie Blvd
Suite 550
 Northbrook, IL 60062
Business, Employment, Estate Planning and Tax
DePaul College of Law
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BRADFORD E. BLOCK is the principal of the Law Offices of Bradford E. Block, in Northbrook, IL. He has been an attorney for more than 35 years and practices in the areas of business formation, mergers and acquisitions, not-for-profit organizations, private foundations, equity financing, tax law, and the preparation and negotiation of corporate and technology contracts. Mr. Block has lectured to various professional groups on matters related to limited liability companies, partnerships, business transactions, S-corporations, and tax exempt organizations. He is a former adjunct professor of business planning and partnership law at DePaul University. Mr. Block is also a commercial...
Jigar K. Patel
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Northbrook, IL Business Law Attorney with 11 years experience
(847) 239-7175 1363 Shermer Rd.
Suite 315
 Northbrook, IL 60062
Free ConsultationBusiness, Construction, Estate Planning and Landlord Tenant
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Jigar K. Patel is an Illinois licensed attorney with an office in Northbrook, Illinois, and practicing in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. The JKP Law Firm is a boutique law firm providing legal services related to Commercial and Residential Real Estate Transactions, Business Counseling and Commercial Transactions, and Commercial Litigation.
David Bohrer
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Northbrook, IL Business Law Attorney with 33 years experience
(847) 498-6878 900 Skokie Blvd
Suite 250
 Northbrook, IL 60062
Business, Collections, Construction and Divorce
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Steven Cloh
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Northbrook, IL Business Law Lawyer
(847) 412-1988 836 Skokie Blvd.
 Northbrook, IL 60062
Business and Real Estate
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Mary L Turney
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Northbrook, IL Business Law Attorney
(847) 272-7360 707 Skokie Blvd.
Suite 500
 Northbrook, IL 60062
Business and Estate Planning
Northwestern University
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Kenneth A. Abraham
Kenneth A. Abraham
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DePaul University and University of Illinois College of LawIllinois
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Vincent L. DiTommaso
Vincent L. DiTommaso
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Illinois Business Law Lawyer with 36 years experience

Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology7th Circuit, U.S. District Court Central District of Illinois, U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois, U.S. District Court Southern District of Illinois and Illinois
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William Factor
Northbrook, IL Business Law Attorney
(312) 878-6976 1363 Shermer Road
 Northbrook, IL 60062
Business, Arbitration & Mediation, Bankruptcy and Collections
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Joel Brosk
Northbrook, IL Business Law Lawyer
(847) 559-9190 40 Skokie Blvd
 Northbrook, IL 60062
Business and Real Estate
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Leonard Brenner
Northbrook, IL Business Law Attorney with 33 years experience
(847) 480-1020 555 Skokie Blvd
 Northbrook, IL 60062
Business, Estate Planning and Tax
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Heather Rose
Northbrook, IL Business Law Lawyer with 17 years experience
(847) 272-0800 1625 Shermer Rd
 Northbrook, IL 60062
Business and Estate Planning
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Benton Strauss
Northbrook, IL Business Law Lawyer
(847) 562-1400 135 Revere Dr
 Northbrook, IL 60062
Business, Estate Planning and Tax
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Kristen Ruben
Northbrook, IL Business Law Lawyer
(847) 790-7625 3605 Woodhead Dr
 Northbrook, IL 60062
Business, Estate Planning and Real Estate
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Boris Parad
Northbrook, IL Business Law Lawyer
(847) 674-1620 910 Skokie Blvd
 Northbrook, IL 60062
Business, IP and Personal Injury
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Marvin Temple
Northbrook, IL Business Law Attorney
(847) 480-1020 555 Skokie Blvd
 Northbrook, IL 60062
Business, Estate Planning and Tax
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Todd James Ruchman Esq
Northbrook, IL Business Law Attorney
(847) 291-1717 4201 Lake Cook Rd
 Northbrook, IL 60062
Business, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Estate Planning
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Charles Boutwell
Northbrook, IL Business Law Lawyer
(847) 272-2126 3075 Plum Island Dr
 Northbrook, IL 60062
Business and Tax
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Peter S. Lubin
Peter S. Lubin
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Illinois Business Law Attorney with 35 years experience

University of Chicago10th Circuit, 11th Circuit, 2nd Circuit, 3rd Circuit, 5th Circuit, 7th Circuit, D.C. Circuit, U.S. District Court Central District of Illinois, U.S. District Court District of Maryland, U.S. District Court Northern...
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Patrick D. Austermuehle
Patrick D. Austermuehle
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Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of TechnologyIllinois and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
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Joseph G. Haffner
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Glenview, IL Business Law Attorney with 27 years experience
(847) 729-6900 800 Waukegan Road
Suite 200
 Glenview, IL 60025
Business, Personal Injury, Real Estate and Workers' Comp
The John Marshall Law School
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Joseph ("Joe") Haffner is a graduate of Mt. Carmel High School. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Marquette University as an Evans Scholar. Joe went on to receive his Juris Doctor degree from The John Marshall Law School in 1991. He worked for Martin J. Healy & Associates from 1991 to 1993. Joe has been in private practice since 1993. Joe has tried and settled many personal injury and workers' compensation cases, securing total settlements of well over $30,000,000.
(312) 841-6863 601 Randolph Street
2nd Floor
 Chicago, IL 60661
Mr. Charles Barton Brown Esq.
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Northfield, IL Business Law Attorney with 35 years experience
(847) 784-1300 Suite 160
400 Central Avenue
 Northfield, IL 60093
Business and IP
Seattle University School of Law
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Our law firm concentrates its practice in intellectual property (trademarks, copyright, confidential information, licensing, branding, software) and corporate. We will well know our clients businesses, leading to the optimal advice. All our attorneys are highly experienced and will come to fully know your business.
Steven H. Jesser
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Glenview, IL Business Law Attorney with 44 years experience
(800) 424-0060 2700 Patriot Blvd.
Suite 250
 Glenview, IL 60026
Free ConsultationBusiness, Administrative, Appeals and Health Care
Illinois Institute of Technology
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Steven H. Jesser served 14 years as the first Associate General Counsel of Northwestern Memorial Hospital/HealthCare, renowned tertiary care medical center and largest hospital in Illinois, with $1,700,000,000 total 2009 fiscal year operating revenue. ...
Roma Khan
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Winnetka, IL Business Law Lawyer with 6 years experience
1001 Green Bay Road #111
 Winnetka, IL 60093
Business, International and Trademarks
University of La Verne College of Law
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Business lawyer with people skills and business background. I love helping small businesses and community organizations. I provide strategic advise to companies on business matters and help them with commercial contracts, business registration, trademark application, and disputes.
Richard A. Greenswag
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Northfield, IL Business Law Lawyer
(847) 701-2251 181 Waukegan Rd
#205
 Northfield, IL 60093
Free ConsultationBusiness, Construction, Employment and Estate Planning
University of Iowa
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Marcia A. Franklin
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Northfield, IL Business Law Attorney
(847) 701-2252 181 Waukegan Rd
#205
 Northfield, IL 60093
Free ConsultationBusiness, Construction, Employment and Estate Planning
American University Washington College of Law
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Andrew B. Gordon
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Northfield, IL Business Law Lawyer
(847) 580-1279 400 Central Ave
Suite 340
 Northfield, IL 60093
Free ConsultationBusiness, Consumer and Tax
Illinois Institute of Technology
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Yevgeny 'Gene' Meltser
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Northbrook, IL Business Law Attorney with 18 years experience
(847) 444-9000 3100 Dundee Road Suite 915
 Northbrook, IL 60620
Free ConsultationBusiness, Immigration, Personal Injury and Real Estate
DePaul College of Law
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Gene received his Juris Doctorate Degree from DePaul University College of Law.

He is admitted to practice law in the Supreme Court of the United States, Supreme Court of the State of Illinois, U.S. Federal District Court For The Northern District of Illinois, Federal Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit, and to practice Immigration Law in all jurisdictions of the United States.

Mr. Meltser is also licensed in the U.K. as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales.

Gene is a co-founder of Immigrant Legal Defense Committee. Mr. Meltser is a member of the American...
Andre Paul Gaston
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Wheeling, IL Business Law Attorney
(312) 857-4270 1266 Longacre Lane
 Wheeling, IL 60090
Business
Indiana University - Indiana University/Purdue University at Indianapolis
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Zaki Anarwala Esq
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Deerfield, IL Business Law Attorney
(312) 929-8334 500 Lake Cook Road
Suite 350
 Deerfield, IL 60015
Business
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Andrew C. Murphy
Andrew C. Murphy
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Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of TechnologyIllinois and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
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Daniel J. Voelker
Daniel J. Voelker
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Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of TechnologyIllinois
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Lee R. Zeidman
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Skokie, IL Business Law Lawyer with 9 years experience
(847) 786-2234 4709 Golf Rd. Suite 1155
 Skokie, IL 60076
Free ConsultationBusiness, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
John Marshall Law School
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Founded in 2009 by Lee Zeidman, Zeidman & Associates Ltd. set out to provide legal services to clients in a unique and ambitious manner. Focused first on the goals of each client rather than the bottom line, Zeidman & Associates built its foundation upon not only providing legal services but advising clients on the most efficient manner to resolve their legal issue or create their new business. In each of its practice areas, Zeidman & Associates strives to provide a unique experience for its clients so that they continue to return for each of their legal and consulting needs....
Dana Zivkovich
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Glenwood, IL Business Law Attorney with 10 years experience
(708) 833-7755 8 W. Main St.
 Glenwood, IL 60425
Business, Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
Valparaiso University School of Law
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I work with senior citizens, their families, and small business owners to get their affairs organized, safeguard their estates, and prepare succession plans. In matters of probate or trust administration, I work with personal representatives to properly manage the administration of the estate and advise them of their legal duties along the way. My experience in these practice areas has been exclusive since I have been private practice. In 2010, I expanded my practice territory to include Lake County, Indiana by obtaining an Indiana law license.
(708) 833-7755 350 S. Northwest Hwy.
Suite 300
 Park Ridge, IL 60068
Swati S. Desai
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Lincolnshire, IL Business Law Lawyer with 12 years experience
(847) 984-0638 250 Parkway Drive
Suite 150, MC-2
 Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Business, Divorce, Landlord Tenant and Real Estate
The John Marshall Law School and Syracuse University College of Law
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Misty J. Cygan
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Park Ridge, IL Business Law Lawyer with 11 years experience
(800) 825-9260 15 N Northwest Hwy
 Park Ridge, IL 60068
Business, Criminal, Employment and Personal Injury
Shepard Broad Law Center, Nova Southeastern University
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George S. Bellas
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Park Ridge, IL Business Law Lawyer with 44 years experience
(800) 825-9260 15 N Northwest Hwy
 Park Ridge, IL 60068
Business, Insurance Claims, Probate and Real Estate
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
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George has been recognized by other attorneys as one of the best trial lawyers in Illinois and has been named an Illinois Super Lawyer for his work in business litigation for 14 years.
He has handled numerous complex business disputes and utilizes technology to assist his clients in handling litigation in an economical and efficient manner.
Angel M. Traub
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Arlington Heights, IL Business Law Attorney with 17 years experience
(847) 749-4182 1114 N. Arlington Heights Rd.
Suite 22
 Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Business, Criminal, DUI and Juvenile
John Marshall Law School, Chicago, IL
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Angel M. Traub is a civil litigation attorney & principal owner of A. Traub & Assoc.. She graduated in 98 from NIU with her B.A. & was awarded the Outstanding Woman Student Award & Outstanding Communication Major Award in 98. Angel graduated from The John Marshall Law School with a J.D. In 01 where She was selected as a John Marshall Distinguished Scholar & was a member of the Order of John Marshall, Honorary Scholarship Society. She was admitted to practice in the State of Illinois & the Northern District of Illinois in 2001. Angel is trained & certified...
(630) 426-0196 100 W. 22nd Street
Suite 150
 Lombard, IL 60148
(312) 528-3290 1136 S. Delano Court West
Suite B201
 Chicago, IL 60605
Vicki Hathaway Gonzalez
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Park Ridge, IL Business Law Attorney
(800) 825-9260 15 N Northwest Hwy
 Park Ridge, IL 60068
Business, Foreclosure Defense, Municipal and Real Estate
The John Marshall Law School
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Brian Lohse
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Des Plaines, IL Business Law Lawyer
(708) 667-6000 2454 E Dempster
Suite 301
 Des Plaines, IL 60016
Free ConsultationBusiness, Energy and Real Estate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Real Estate Closing Attorney: For as little as $195 for Sellers and $450 for Buyers, Attorney Brian Lohse will represent and advocate for you from day 1 until the property closes and the keys are handed over.

Attorney Lohse prides himself on offering personal and friendly service. He will ensure that you stay informed and up-to-date by returning phone calls and emails often within hours.

I understand that many people shop for homes on the weekend. Generally, I can provide assistance on the weekends if you need help. If you have a question or would like to forward a contract...
(847) 251-4777 270 Center Drive
Suite 210
 Vernon Hills, IL 60061
(224) 601-5291 1900 E Golf Rd
Suite 950
 Schaumburg, IL 70173
Manish C. Bhatia
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Evanston, IL Business Law Lawyer with 13 years experience
(773) 991-8423 1222 Chicago Ave.
#305
 Evanston, IL 60202
Business and Estate Planning
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
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Manish C. Bhatia has focused his education and practice on Estate Planning and Business Succession Planning since the first year of law school. He has also added Asset Protection, Elder Law and Nonprofit Organizations/ Charitable Giving to his fields of practice. Manish is also a member of the Chicago Bar Association, the Asian American Bar Association of Chicago and the Indian American Bar Association. To arrange an initial meeting, please visit www.mcb-law.com/contact. Several convenient locations are available to meet, including locations in Chicago, Schaumburg, Northbrook, Deerfield, Niles and other suburbs.
(773) 991-8423 10 N. Martingale Road
Suite 400
 Schaumburg, IL 60173
(773) 991-8423 980 North Michigan Avenue
Suite 1400
 Chicago, IL 60611
Mark B Grzymala
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Skokie, IL Business Law Lawyer with 16 years experience
(847) 920-7286 10024 Skokie Blvd., Suite 206
 Skokie, IL 60077
Business, Collections, Construction and Foreclosure Defense
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
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Mark Grzymala is the founder and President of Grzymala Law Offices, P.C. a commercial litigation law firm with a focus on the construction industry based in Skokie, Illinois. He is licensed to practice in the State of Illinois and the U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois since 2001.

Mark has over 16 years’ experience representing a wide range of clients from the small business owners to Fortune 500 companies. He aggressively represents his clients with a variety of issues including contract disputes and negotiation, construction defect claims, mechanics lien claims, foreclosures, transportation, collections, judgment enforcement, intellectual property issues,...
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Georgetown University Law CenterIllinois
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Peter M. LaSorsa
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Experienced business attorney concentrating in sexual harassment defense.

In today's uncertain world an ounce of prevention case save a company a great deal. I help companies avoid exposure on many business related issues.
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