$ 300-400 per hour
About Brian
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
25%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Illinois for 5 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 23 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Brian R. Dolan, LLC
5 Revere Drive, Suite 200, Northbrook, IL, 60062
Also licensed in Florida
Same address, Same, FL
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Brian R. Dolan's Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Patricia | August 1, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Quick to respond and answer questions!
I had an issue with a family law case. The attorney I have has not responded to my phone calls and emails for two to three weeks. The attorney had not provided the final order to the judge for approval so we could close our case and I wasn't sure what direction to go in. Brian was very professional a...
Posted by Stuart | February 20, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Simply the best: sharp, quick, well informed
My probate question was a little more complex because my father's estate covers property in several states, and quite frankly I didn't understand how to properly navigate my way around making sure things were filed correctly and in all the right places; and then there were things I wouldn't even know...
Posted by David Goldman | January 11, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Great advice and Answers
Brian spends a lot of time answering questions and does a very good job at giving complete and accurate answers. We all miss facts in the questions at times, and Brian's answers often point out what others have missed.
Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
question about dismissing my attorney
I did not talk to Brian, we just emailed, but his answers were very helpful to me.
Brian R. Dolan's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Dolan consistently provides some of the most comprehensive and accurate responses to AVVO inquiries. His responses demonstrate a technical understanding of the law and a willingness to share his knowledge that sets him apart from many others in the field. For these reasons, I endorse attorney Dolan."
"I endorse this attorney. His professionalism, remarkable knowledge and vast experience place Mr. Dolan among the top notch lawyers in his areas of practice. With utmost dedication and quick critical thinking, he has successfully resolved an impressive number of cases over the course of his career. I highly recommend this lawyer to anyone who needs quality legal representation."
"Brian is a highly skilled, diligent and knowledgeable attorney who is well-known in the legal community for his outstanding professionalism. He was able to obtain satisfactory results even for clients whose cases were incredibly difficult by dedicating his time and effort to achieve the best results. I certainly endorse this lawyer and have no doubt he will be of great help to anyone seeking legal advice or representation within his main areas of practice."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I highly endorse this lawyer as have known him for many years. Top notch in his field and is very hands on with helping people including fellow attorneys in the community who simply have a question. Evan M. Ostfeld, Esq,"
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Experience
Honors
2016
Rated “AV” Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Rising Star, SuperLawyers Magazine
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Founder/President, Law Offices of Brian R. Dolan, LLC
2002 - 2020
Attorney, Camp & Camp, P.A.
Associations
2007 - Present
Florida Bar, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm SectionMember
2007 - Present
Broward County Bar Association, Solo & Small Firm CommitteeMember
2002 - Present
Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section, Property Rights in Real Property CommitteeMember
2002 - Present
Broward County Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
Broward County Bar Association, Real Property and Probate SectionMember
2012 - 2015
Florida Bar, Grievance Committee, 17th Circuit (A)Member (Chair 2014-2015)
2011 - 2020
The Dive Bar, The Underwater Bar AssociationMember
2007 - 2009
Board of Trustees, Oakland Park General Employees’ Retirement FundMember (Chair 2009)
2002 - 2005
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Florida chapter)Member
Sample of Legal Cases
In re Guardianship of Delphine Lavery
Termination of guardianship and return of civil rights, imposition of surcharge on guardian, removal of protected homestead status of part of guardians's urban real estate, and successful collection of surcharge judgment.
Kotler v. Paoli, 36 so. 3d 685 (Fla. 4th DCA 2010)
Estate remained closed and free from attack on validity of will admitted to probate.
Herrilka v. Yates, 13 So. 3d 122 (Fla. 4th DCA 2009)
Saved client's home from forced sale.
Education
2002
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Northwestern University
BSGS
Publications
2015
Broward County Barrister
"Is Homestead Property Ever a Probate Asset?"
2009
Florida Bar Journal
“Virtual Adoption: Not Just for Netizens”
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Will dcfs take my newborn baby? I had a previous case with neglect but it’s closed now.
19 May 2021
Q&A
What happens when a will is produced 40 years later?
23 May 2021
Q&A
How can I tell someone is out free in public after they committed murder?
07 May 2021