Cicero · DuPage County, Illinois
Estate planning, probate, real estate, and criminal defense for families and businesses across DuPage County, from the same firm since 1990.
Cicero is a dense, hardworking community with deep roots, and the legal needs here are the practical ones families and small businesses face everywhere: buying a home, protecting loved ones with a basic estate plan, settling a relative’s affairs, or defending against a criminal or traffic charge. What matters is a firm that takes those matters seriously, charges fairly, and explains things clearly. We serve Cicero across estate planning, probate, real estate, and criminal and traffic defense, with the same attorney on your matter throughout.
Because Cicero is in Cook County, probate runs through the Cook County court system, real estate records with the Cook County Clerk, and home sales carry the Cook County transfer tax along with the state’s. We handle these details correctly. Explore our estate planning, real estate, probate, and criminal defense practices, or simply reach out — we will be straight with you about whether and how we can help.
All from one experienced firm with three decades of DuPage and Cook County practice.
Wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance directives. Protect your family.
Diverse community practice
Bilingual support available
Estate planning and probate focus
Cook County real estate matters
Chris or John handles your matter personally, not paralegals or first-year associates.
We assess your situation, explain your options, and quote pricing before any work begins.
Most Cicero residents do not want legal jargon or a high-priced firm; they want a lawyer who handles the matter properly, treats them with respect, and tells them plainly what to expect and what it costs. That is how we work. Whether it is a home closing, a will to protect your family, a probate after a loss, or a defense against a charge, we lay out your options and your costs up front, so you can make decisions with confidence rather than confusion.
Being a general-practice firm means a Cicero family has one place to turn as different needs arise, with the continuity of the same attorney who already knows the situation. And because Cicero is in Cook County, we handle your matter with the right court — the Cook County system — the right recording office, and the right transfer taxes in mind. The aim is dependable, accessible counsel that a working community like Cicero can actually count on.
From our Villa Park office at 322 S. Ardmore Avenue, we represent Cicero residents and businesses across DuPage and Cook County.
Yes, Cicero is a core part of our practice. We handle the full range of services for Cicero residents and businesses, from estate planning to closing transactions. Cicero is one of Cook County’s most diverse communities. Our Cicero practice handles estate planning, real estate transactions, and Cook County probate matters …
Most consultations happen by phone or video, with office visits only when documents need to be signed or strategy requires it. We accommodate Cicero clients however works best, including evening or weekend appointments when needed.
Initial consultations are free, typically 30-45 minutes. We assess your situation, explain options, and quote pricing if you decide to engage us.
Yes, we appear regularly in DuPage County (Wheaton) and Cook County courts. Cicero-related cases are heard in the appropriate county courthouse. We handle the court appearances for you in most matters.
Most documents can be signed remotely using Illinois-recognized e-signature processes. Real estate closings often happen at title companies (in-person or remote). We adapt to client needs.
Yes, Cicero is in Cook County. That means probate for Cicero residents goes through the Cook County court system rather than DuPage’s, real estate records with the Cook County Clerk, and home sales carry the Cook County transfer tax in addition to the state’s. We handle Cicero matters with these specifics in mind, so the county’s rules and costs are accounted for from the beginning.
Yes. We are a general-practice firm serving Cicero in estate planning, probate, real estate, and criminal and traffic defense. Handling these in one office means you have a single, accessible firm to rely on as needs come up over the years, working with the same attorney throughout. We focus on clear communication and fair, up-front pricing so you always know where you stand.
Whether you’re planning ahead or facing a current legal matter, the first conversation is free. Let’s talk.