Jerrold Alan Lazar

Jerrold Alan Lazar

also known as Jerry Lazar

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 46 years

Residential real estate Lawyer at Libertyville, IL
Practice Areas: Residential, Divorce & Separation, Real Estate ... +3 more

611 S. Milwaukee Ave., Suite 12, Libertyville, IL

About Jerrold

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 46 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1979

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Jerrold A. Lazar & Associates

611 S. Milwaukee Ave., Suite 12, Libertyville, IL, 60048-3256

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Jerrold Alan Lazar's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

61 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 20 of 26 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Jane | April 21, 2013 | Real Estate

Recommendation for Jerry Lazar

Jerry represented me in two real estate transactions over the past nine months, one home sale and one home purchase. Both transactions were completed flawlessly and on time. Jerry kept me fully informed on what to expect and what was expected of me, and he was extremely responsive when I had questi...ons or concerns. Jerry will be the first person I call if/when I require representation in the future, and I highly recommend him to other clients.

Posted by Dan | December 11, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

Divorce/home closing

Jerry handled my divorce, he was very professional and probably kept me from getting in trouble as this process is very long, frustrating and often seems very unfair. He broke down what was upsetting and explained everything so I was a little less angry with the process and the way my ex and her atto...rney were dragging the divorce out... Jerry then represented my girlfriend and me with the purchase of our new home, again he was very professional and knowledgable with that process. I would definitely recommend Jerry to a friend or family member.

Posted by Rita | October 29, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

Excellent experience

Working with Jerry Lazar was an excellent experience. Not only is he personable and highly capable but has a diverse knowledge of the law and is responsive. He was able to keep me informed of the laws pertaining to my divorce and the purchase of my new home (events that happened simultaneously). A...ll e-mails and phone calls were responded to same day with all concerns addressed fully. My past experiences with other Lawyers have not been so positive, his efforts/capabilities came as a pleasant surprise and are greatly appreciated.

Posted by Deon & Bobby | October 08, 2012 | Residential

Jerry Lazar Helped us Buy our First Home!

Jerry helped us during the home buying process and was great during closing. It was our first home and having someone knowledgeable and helpful as part of the process made it easier. Jerry carefully explained everything to us during closing. He kept in touch with us during the process and assisted us... in understanding short sale procedures. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking to buy a home.

Posted by Victor | September 11, 2012 | Real Estate

Client

In 2012, Mr. Lazar represented me in two legal cases, including selling of my house and evicting a tenant for not paying the rent from another house. In both cases, Mr. Lazar provided me with excellent legal guidance and advices, was very patient with my multiple questions, provided me with comprehen...sive explanations and was successful and efficient! I am going to ask for his council on another legal matter and would like to recommend him to anyone who needs a legal expert and very wise counselor!

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Jerrold Alan Lazar's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gary Mages

Real estate lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Jerrold for a couple of years through a real estate organization we are both involved with. He is very well respected by his peers. I also recently had the privilege of working with Jerrold. He was the Seller's attorney, and I represented the Buyer on a residential real estate closing. Jerrold was easy to work with, responsive, and helped the closing go very smoothly. He is a true professional and honestly wish there were more attorneys like him!"

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Cynthia Lazar

Unknown lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Murphy

Real estate lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I am honored to endorse Jerry Lazar. He is very experienced and knowledgeable attorney. On a recent real estate matter we had together, it was evident that he strongly advocates on behalf of his clients and places their best interests first. I look forward to working with Jerry many times in the future."

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Marianne Fleisher

Real estate lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have know Jerry Lazar for a number of years in a number of roles and have found him to be professional. He is easy to work with and as a fellow real estate attorney that is not often said. He defends his client's positions and yet does it in a way as to not make the process adversarial. I would highly recommend him"

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Marilyn Kirby

Real estate lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jerry is a gentleman and a gracious and competent attorney. I have recommended clients to his office because I know the client's legal needs will be taken care of in a professional, kind and thoughtful manner. I am proud to be in the same profession as Jerry; he is a credit to the legal profession."

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Jerald Kessler

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jerrold Lazar is a well respected member of the legal community. He is extremely knowledgable and thorough. He provides careful, thoughtful representation to his clients. Jerald Kessler"

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Myrna Goldberg

Real estate lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jerry for about 10 years. I know him to be an ethical, caring attorney who is up to date on the law in his practice areas. He is diligent and responsive to clients and I confidently endorse him."

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Kristen Gorenberg

Real estate lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Jerry for about ten years professionally and through various networking opportunities. Jerry is well versed in real estate law, professional, and a pleasure to work with. He keeps his client's best interests in mind, gets the deal done, and has a global perspective of the transaction. I look forward to working with Jerry in the near future."

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Erica Minchella

Real estate lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jerry for about 5 years. He is conscientious and has unquestionable integrity. I would not have any hesitancy referring Jerry any matter than I could not handle myself and would feel confident that the referral would be handled in the same manner as I would handle them myself."

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David Gordon

Family lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known and worked with Jerry Lazar for many years. He is a great attorney, and I highly recommend him. In fact, I have referred clients to him on several occasions, which is the highest compliment I can give anyone. I highly recommend Jerry Lazar."

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Cynthia Lazar

Family lawyer

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Michael Murphy

Real estate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

10 Best Law Firms, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2018

10 Best Attorney Client Satisfaction-Real Estate Law, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2007

Affliate of the Year, Women's Council of Realtors

Work Experience

1984 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Jerrold A. Lazar & Associates

2003 - 2009

Branch Manager, Residential Loan Centers of America

1981 - 1984

Senior Associate, Heidelberger & Leibsker

1979 - 1981

Attorney, Law Office of Jerrold A. Lazar

Associations

2020 - Present

Lake County Bar Association-Real Estate Committee

Co-chair

2011 - Present

Lake County Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Women's Council of Realtors, North Shore Chapter

Board Member

Education

1979

Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

Northwestern University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Women's Council of Realtors

Mortgage Lending-2017

2016

North Shore-Barrington Association of REALTORS

Inspection Issues

2013

Top 10 Short Sale Issues and What We Can Do About Them

Why We Hate Short Sales

2013

Lawyers in the Classroom

The Dream Today

Publications

2017

Women's Council of Realtors-North Shore Network REAL ESTATE CONTRACTS 101: AVOIDING THE MOST COMMON MISTAKES

Languages

English

Activity

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