by Lauren Jackson | Aug 8, 2017 | Attorney, buying a home, Lawyer, property disclosure, Real Estate, real estate closing, selling a home
When you are purchasing real estate, property disclosure statements are some of the most important documents that you will receive. Property disclosure statements outline any flaws that the current owners and their real estate agents are aware of that could negatively...
by Lauren Jackson | Jun 27, 2017 | Attorney, Lawyer, Lien Waiver, Mechanic Lien, Real Estate
A lien waiver is a real estate related legal document designed with the intention of rendering the claim of a mechanic lien claimant unenforceable. This is often done in order to allow the transfer of real estate, or as a means of proving a particular contractor or...
by Lauren Jackson | Jun 12, 2017 | Attorney, executor, Lawyer, Probate
Before hiring a probate attorney you should become familiar with the probate process. Below are five questions that I have been asked many times by past clients. As with any service, I do believe that an informed client is a happier client. How do you bill for your...
by Lauren Jackson | Apr 26, 2017 | Limited Liability Company
A Limited Liability Company or LLC is a business structure that is both easy and affordable to form in Illinois. There are specific steps and details that you must know when starting one: Decide on a name There are some naming requirements when choosing a name but the...
by Lauren Jackson | Oct 3, 2016 | Attorney, buying a home, Lawyer, Real Estate, real estate closing
A lot of people are attracted to the comfort of buying a brand new home. The homebuilder makes it so easy now. You get to pick the land and customize the house just the way you want it. They may even make the sale offer extra enticing with additional “discounts” if...
by Lauren Jackson | Aug 29, 2016 | Estate Planning, Lawyer, Revocable living trust
Updating one’s estate plan is usually not a complicated act when working with an estate-planning attorney. Depending on what has already been drafted, there are different options available. I recommend to all my clients that they should review their plans...
