Business Details
9 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Wauconda, IL
Established in 2017, our firm builds upon decades of legal expertise rooted in our predecessor practice founded in 1974. Our attorneys bring extensive experience in real estate transactions, estate planning, probate, business law, and land use matters, serving clients in Wauconda and surrounding communities. We prioritize personalized communication, ensuring clients understand their legal rights while delivering efficient, thorough representation.With combined experience spanning over 40 years, our team has earned recognition as the Daily Herald Readers Choice Best Law Firm in Wauconda. We maintain a client-focused approach, offering transparent guidance to achieve successful outcomes in complex legal matters.
Services
Real Estate Transactions
Estate Planning
Probate Administration
Business Formation
Zoning Permits
Landlord-Tenant Disputes
Guardianship Proceedings
Commercial Leasing
Will Preparation
Trust Administration
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years combined experience in local legal matters
- Our team provides direct attorney communication for all clients
- Specialized expertise in Lake and McHenry County real estate law
- We maintain transparent fee structures with no hidden costs
- Our attorneys serve as court-appointed arbitrators and guardians ad litem
What people say
Amazing service
Professional attorneys
Helpful team
Efficient process
Direct communication
Services
Real Estate Transactions
Our attorneys handle residential and commercial real estate transactions including contract negotiation, title reviews, and closing coordination. We manage zoning compliance, ALTA surveys, and environmental due diligence for property transfers. Our experience ensures smooth transactions for buyers, sellers, and lenders in northern Illinois.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans including wills, revocable trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. Our attorneys advise on asset protection strategies and guardianship arrangements to ensure client wishes are legally documented and executed.
Probate Administration
Our firm guides executors through probate proceedings, handles asset distribution, and resolves estate disputes. We represent clients in will contests, guardianship matters, and court-appointed fiduciary roles across Lake and McHenry Counties.
Business Formation
We assist entrepreneurs in selecting appropriate business structures and complete all formation documents. Our services include drafting operating agreements, bylaws, and shareholder contracts to establish corporations, LLCs, and partnerships in Illinois.
Zoning Permits
Our attorneys represent clients seeking zoning changes, variances, and conditional use permits. We prepare legal documents, coordinate municipal filings, and attend local government meetings to secure land development approvals in northern Illinois communities.
People
James W. Kaiser
Attorney
Third-generation attorney with 30+ years experience in real estate law, estate planning, and litigation. Former educator turned legal professional serving Wauconda communities since 1988.
Lehn G. Shepherd
Attorney
Business law specialist with expertise in commercial transactions and estate planning. Former corporate patent researcher providing practical legal solutions for clients since 2006.
Richard Nakon
Retired Attorney
Founding attorney with 40+ years experience in local legal matters. Established predecessor firm in 1974, creating foundation for current practice's community-focused approach.
Questions
What legal services do you specialize in?
We focus on real estate transactions, estate planning, probate administration, business formation, zoning matters, and general litigation in northern Illinois.
How do I start creating an estate plan?
Contact us for a consultation to discuss wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and guardianship needs tailored to your family's specific circumstances.
Can you handle commercial real estate transactions?
Yes, our attorneys manage commercial property purchases, sales, leasing, and zoning compliance for businesses in Lake and McHenry Counties.
Do you offer business formation services?
We assist with forming corporations, LLCs, partnerships, and sole proprietorships including all required documentation and governance agreements.
How are zoning changes processed?
Our team prepares petitions, coordinates municipal meetings, and handles all legal requirements for zoning variances and land use permits.
