Andrew Joseph Kelleher Jr.

Andrew Joseph Kelleher Jr.

5.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 30 years

Estate planning Lawyer at North Barrington, IL
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Business, Corporate & Incorporation ... +2 more

102 S. Wynstone Park Drive, North Barrington, IL

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for < 1 year

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2025

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in North Dakota for < 1 year

State: North Dakota

Acquired: 2025

Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Kentucky for 1 year

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 2024

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 2 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2023

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in Wisconsin for 2 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2023

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Wyoming for 7 years

State: Wyoming

Acquired: 2018

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Arizona for 10 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2016

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 10 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2015

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 30 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1995

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Kelleher + Holland, LLC

102 S. Wynstone Park Drive, North Barrington, IL, 60010

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Andrew Joseph Kelleher Jr.'s Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Kent | July 01, 2014 | Real Estate

Outstanding Individual and Professional Attorney

For several years I have worked with Andy and Kelleher & Buckley LLC on an individual and professional basis. Andy and his Firm possess extensive expertise in real estate law, business law, estate and trust planning and taxation. Their broad but thorough knowledge base enabled them to provide insig...htful, comprehensive individual and business solutions. I have referred numerous business colleagues to Andy and his Firm and continue to highly recommend them.

Posted by John | June 30, 2014 | Estate Planning

Estate Planning with Andy Kelleher

Andy is a trustworthy, knowledgeable lawyer. We continue to engage Andy's services due to his level of expertise in the Estate Planning arena. Highly recommended!

Posted by Rick | June 30, 2014 | Estate Planning

Kelleher and Buckley

I met Andy while attempting to complete a complicated 1031 exchange complete with environmental issues. Since that time three years ago, he has earned all of my personal legal business and that of the various other companies I either own or operate. His firm has assisted us with multiple contract m...atters, real estate transactions, 1031 exchange, litigation, real estate tax appeals, organizational structuring and restructuring, tax matters & planning, estate planning and many more. All family, friends and business associates I have referred his way have been pleased - I strongly recommend Andy.

Posted by Mark | June 26, 2014 | Estate Planning

Personally and Professionally

Having worked in the wealth management industry for over 28 years, I have dealt with many attorneys when it comes to assisting clients with their wealth transfer and estate planning needs. Mr. Andrew Kelleher and I have been working together since 2011, which is when I selected him to represent my f...amily with the structuring of our personal estate plan. I am very pleased with the prompt, efficient and professional services that Mr. Kelleher and his team have provided us. As a result, I have recommended Mr. Kelleher to many clients, as well as to other colleagues within the industry. He is at all times professional, responsive, thorough and always makes the client’s interests top priority.

Posted by Ken | June 24, 2014 | Tax

Prairie State Entities

We have switched to this firm from a smaller one two years ago as our business has grown. We have different types of needs based on litigation, contracts, employee situations, leases, and other matters. Going to a larger full scale firm was an easy transition. The firm is extremely responsive to o...ur needs, gets back to us in a timely matter with issues and timelines, and takes the time to understand the underlying issues and advise us if it is worthwhile to pursue certain legal remedies. The fact that the firm has lawyers that have CPA certifications helps immensely with tax issues. As a result of using this firm for business, i have also moved my personal matters over to them. The firm pointed out many important instruments to protect my family and assets that were not identified or discussed by my previous attorney. I have recommended both business and friends to the firm who have had great experiences to. I usually do not give excellent ratings but this one was truly earned.

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Andrew Joseph Kelleher Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Tracy Rizzo

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Andy Kelleher. Andy is extremely knowledgeable and experienced in his field."

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Mario Ventrelli

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend Andy for any estate or trust matters. His knowledge and ingenuity in those matters is unsrupassed."

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Matthew McAndrews

Corporate and incorporation lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"In a profession that too often lacks civility and professionalism, Andrew Kelleher defines what every lawyer should aspire to be. He has a masterful knowledge of the law. He is a strong advocate when his clients find themselves in a dispute or litigation. And, he has a remarkable "human touch" that contributes to his great success and general likeability among his clientele, the bench, and other members of the bar. I'm honored to share the same profession with Mr. Kelleher, and proud to endorse such a superb lawyer."

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Michael Chiero

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I heartily endorse this lawyer. Mr. Kelleher is extremely knowledgeable in his various areas of practice. He is able to readily identify all of the legal issues relevant to a client's situation, and concisely explain the client's available options to her. He consistently balances his clients' needs to receive competent legal guidance, while simultaneously minimizing their fees and costs, by exercising due diligence, personally addressing certain legal matters, and assigning competent, experienced subordinate lawyers to address other matters."

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2021

2021 Illinois Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters

2020

2020 Illinois Super Lawyer, Thompson Reuters

2020

Leading Lawyer, Illinois Leading Lawyer Network

2019

2019 Illinois Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters

2014

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

N/A

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Founding Member, Kelleher + Holland, LLC

1997 - 2020

Founding Partner, Kelleher & Buckley, LLC

1995 - 1997

Associate Attorney, Jeffrey P. White and Associates, P.C.

Associations

American Bar Association

Member

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

Lake County Bar Association

Member

Association for Corporate Growth Chicago

Member

WealthCounsel

Member

Worldwide Who's Who

Member

Midwest Business Brokers and Intermediaries

Director

Chicago Celtic Legal Society

Member

Education

1995

The John Marshall Law School,

LL.M - Master of Laws

1995

John Marshall Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

DePaul University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2021

Trust Situs and Governing Law Considerations

Trust Situs and Governing Law Considerations CLE Attendee

2021

Recent Developments in Valuation and Inclusion in the Gross Estate

Recent Developments in Valuation and Inclusion in the Gross Estate CLE Attendee

2021

Marijuana Law 2021: New Reg, Updates and More

Marijuana Law 2021 CLE Attendee

2019

Northwestern Mutual Regional Conference

Estate Planning

2018

Year-End Tax Planning Ideas for 2018

Year-End Tax Planning Ideas for 2018 CLE Attendee

2015

Current Market Trend and Best Practices Conference 2015

Pre-Sale Business Planning

2013

Estate and Financial Planning Seminar

Estate Planning

Publications

2021

Quintessential Barrington Magazine Preparation is Key at Any Age for Peace of Mind

Languages

English

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