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Matthew Allan Quick
- Lake Bluff, IL
- Licensed for 13 years
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About Matthew
Practice areas
- Estate planning: 40%
Our idea of estate planning encompasses more than just a will, power of attorney or trust--we enjoy analyzing a client's entire estate. Our firm has a continued interest in creating the most efficient and informative estate planning documents available to achieve clients' best interests--we are very pleased of our accomplishments in the areas of special needs planning and business succession planning. Please feel free to contact us, we are happy to help.
- Real estate: 20%
Our real estate practice includes both residential and commercial leasing and residential and commercial closings. Our real estate processes involve vast sharing of information and effectively addressing issues. Our system has proven to combat last minute issues, adversity and surprises; thus making the processes as efficient as possible. Please feel free to contact us, we are always happy to help.
- Probate: 20%
Our goal is to make the probate process as painless and efficient as possible by ensuring our clients are equipped with and excellent understanding of probate proceedings. Please feel free to contact us, we are always happy to help.
- Business: 10%
Our firm has handled business start-ups of all kinds and agreements ranging from a simple note and guaranty to complex commercial leases and software application agreements. Our effective approach to business formation and administration, as well as negotiation and information sharing has proven to combat last minute issues, adversity and surprises. Please feel free to contact us, we are always happy to help.
- Litigation: 10%
Litigation is a process that can, and often does, require much time and money, but the firm's interest is to resolve any conflict in the most efficient manner possible. Please feel free to contact us, we are always happy to help.
Languages spoken
English
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 2008 | 07/06/2019 |
| MI | Active And In Good Standing | 2005 | 10/31/2019 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2011 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| President and Managing Broker | Anderson Allan and Company | 2011 - Present |
| Attorney | The Office of Matthew A. Quick, Esq. | 2007 - Present |
| Attorney | Hettinger Law | 2006 - 2007 |
| Law Clerk | Michigan Attorney General's Office | 2005 - 2005 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois State Bar Association, Real Estate Law Section | Member | 2013 - Present |
| Nolo | Contributor | 2012 - Present |
| Illinois State Bar Association, Estates and Trusts Section | Contributor | 2011 - Present |
| Lawyers Advisory Board | Contributor | 2011 - Present |
| Avvo | Contributor | 2010 - Present |
| Grand Valley State University Alumni Association | Member | 2009 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois State Bar Association | Member | 2008 - Present |
| Michigan Bar Association | Member | 2002 - Present |
| State Bar of Michigan | Member | 2002 - Present |
| Illinois State Bar Association, Elder Law Section Council | Member | 2012 - 2013 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| The Estate | Probate | 2011 |
| The Estate | Federal Tax on Sale of Main Home | 2011 |
| The Estate | Trusts | 2010 |
| The Estate | HIPAA | 2010 |
| The Estate | Real Estate Taxes | 2010 |
| The Estate | Real Estate Closings | 2010 |
|---|---|---|
| The Estate | The Power of Attorney | 2009 |
| The Estate | Living Wills and Medical Orders | 2009 |
| The Estate | Wills | 2009 |
| The Estate | Introduction to Estate Planning | 2009 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| University of Detroit Mercy School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2005 |
| Grand Valley State University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2002 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| IAFF Union Meeting | Basic Estate Planning | 2012 |
| Forum on Special Needs Planning | Special Needs Planning | 2010 |
| Forum on Special Needs Planning | Special Needs Planning | 2010 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Estate Plans for Families with a Young Child or Children | The family was provided a complete estate plan for a very reasonable flat-fee. |
| Estate Plans for Individuals | The client was provided a complete estate plan for a reasonable flat-fee. |
| Estate Plans for Elderly Individuals and Families | The client was provided a complete estate plan for a reasonable flat-fee. |
| Estate Plans for Families with Loved Ones that have Special Needs | The family was provided a complete estate plan for a very reasonable flat-fee. |
| Probate Matters | The client was given very favorable pricing for the timely handling of a loved-one's probate case. |
| Real Estate Purchases/Sales | Client was provided outstanding representation at a very reasonable flat-fee |
|---|---|
| Formation and Administration of S Corporations | Clients were provided very competent and detailed direction when setting up their S Corps |
| Formation and Administration of LLCs | Clients have benefited from the prompt and detailed formation of LLCs at a very reasonable flat-fee |
| Business Contracts | Clients were provided with very favorable agreements at a reasonable flat-fee |
| Formation and Administration of Non-Profit Corporations | Clients were provided very organized and prompt direction when forming non-profit companies |
Great Experience
Posted by Michael
Thu Mar 28 2019
Best lawyer we've ever worked with
Posted by Valerie
Wed Jun 17 2015
Attorney endorsements
(41)Mark Clay, Immigration Attorney on Aug 21, 2015
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I highly endorse Mr. Quick. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help.
Douglas Borthwick, Family Attorney on Nov 19, 2014
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Saam Ghiaasiaan, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 22, 2014
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Responsible and respected member of the legal community.
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Richard Rosenstein, Personal injury Attorney on May 1, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Quick is a skilled and well respected member of the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients
John O'Brien, Personal injury Attorney on May 1, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community.
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Howard Roitman, Car accident Attorney on Feb 16, 2013
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John Phillips, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 12, 2013
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I endorse Attorney Quick. From his answers and time on Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving those in need and his clients. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community, for free, and I applaud him for doing it to such a great level. Kudos.
Kermit Milburn, Real estate Attorney on Feb 11, 2013
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