Shawn M. Bolger

Shawn M. Bolger

also known as Shawn M. Bolger, Ltd.

5.0
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 41 years

Real estate Lawyer at Oak Brook, IL
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Residential, Commercial

1000 Jorie Boulevard, Suite 136, Oak Brook, IL

About Shawn

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Real Estate 45%

Representing seller in Chicago and surrounding counties for over 35 years.

42 years | 6,000 cases

45%
Residential Real Estate 45%

Representing purchasers in Chicago and surrounding for over 35 years.

42 years | 6,000 cases

45%
Commercial Real Estate 10%

Representing commercial sellers and purchasers for over 35 years.

42 years | 1,200 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 41 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1984

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Shawn M. Bolger, Ltd.

1000 Jorie Boulevard, Suite 136, Oak Brook, IL, 60131-2562

Shawn M. Bolger, Ltd.

9760 Franklin Ave., Franklin Park, IL, 60131

Shawn M. Bolger, Ltd.

42 E. East Street, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014

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Shawn M. Bolger's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by John | October 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Highly recommend Shawn Bolger and her team

I want to extend my deepest gratitude to Shawn Bolger and her incredible team for the exceptional work they did in helping me through the complex process of inheriting a home and setting up a mortgage. From day one, Shawn was friendly, approachable, and incredibly knowledgeable. She consistently foll...owed up with me in a timely manner, answered all of my questions with patience and clarity, and ensured I was comfortable at every step. Shawn and her team managed everything from beginning to end—including coordination with a land trust company, the bank, and my mortgage banker. She prepared an equity buyout letter for me, gave solid advice and practical recommendations, and even helped me save money through a referral to a more affordable title company. What truly stood out was her commitment to making the entire experience seamless. Even when we ran into multiple challenges with the bank, Shawn remained patient, understanding, and laser-focused on getting everything resolved efficiently and correctly. I genuinely could not have navigated this process without her support and expertise. I wholeheartedly recommend Shawn Bolger and her team to anyone in need of a real estate attorney. Their professionalism, thoroughness, and dedication to their clients are second to none. Thank you again, Shawn—your work made all the difference!

Posted by Darcy | February 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Outstanding Service

As professionals, Shawn and I have known each other for over thirty years. When my parents were selling their home, I felt most confident referring Shawn to represent my parents in their real estate transaction. Shawn’s practice concentrates on real estate law. Shawn brings a level of expertise ...for reviewing contracts and advising clients. Her representation is very detail-orientated, and she can explain complicated contract issues to clients in such a way that makes the client feel comfortable with their legal options. Shawn and her staff are very responsive and approachable during the entire transaction process. Shawn’s negotiation skills and overall legal guidance made my parents’ transaction smooth and successful.

Posted by anonymous | September 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Shawn was great

Shawn and her staff were great to work with. She was very helpful along the way, answered all of my questions throughout the process, and a very pleasant person to work with. At the closing she provided detailed explanations of the various documents which was very helpful in making sure things were i...n order. Definitely working with her in future whenever I'm buying a home again.

Posted by Ryan | April 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Very helpful and knowledgeable for Selling house

Great to work with and very knowledgeable. Shawn has an excellent assistant, Nicole, to handle immediate question and administrative items. They made the closing process and negotiating process as painless as possible. I Would recommend Shawn and Nicole to anyone selling or buying.

Posted by Sandy | January 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

extremely pleased and satisfied.

I truly believed Shawn M. Bolger is one of the most honest real state attorney that you will ever hope to meet. Shawn along with her assistant Yesenia was easily reachable and answered questions promptly and patiently. Shawn’s office provided very valuable guidance and expertise through the entire re...al estate purchase cycle as it was a TOUGH ONE due to issues with sellers and amongst other things needing to be taken care of; Shawn was able to detect those issues before any signing and saved me from a dark scary experience; at the end everything was fixed thanks to Shawn and I was able to get this home. Very happy. Thank you Shawn Bolger’s office.

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Shawn M. Bolger's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mila Novak

Real estate lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Shawn is an excellent and highly respected attorney in the area of real estate law. She has vast experience and knowledge in real estate and title matters. I have encountered Shawn many times on real estate transactions, and in my dealings with her, she has always been professional, responsive and trustworthy. I highly recommend her services."

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Alexander Echevarria

Real estate lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I first came across Shawn years ago on the opposite side of a complex real estate transaction. Since then I have had the opportunity to work with her on many others. Experienced, diligent, hard working and backed by her professional staff, you are in good hands with Shawn."

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Cathleen Cossident-Italia

Real estate lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Shawn Bolger. I have been the opposing counsel on many real estate matters with Shawn. She is always on top of her game and very professional. She has a great deal of experience."

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Alexander Demchenko

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Ronald Kapustka

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Lynda Waddington

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Robert Guzaldo

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David Menachof

Residential real estate lawyer

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Kevin Mix

Tax lawyer

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Mila Novak

Real estate lawyer

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Alexander Echevarria

Real estate lawyer

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John Kumor

Real estate lawyer

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Nuhemi Salazar

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William Mohr

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Ronald Kas

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

1995

Partner, Partner with Premier Title

Work Experience

1984 - Present

Attorney, Shawn M. Bolger Ltd

Associations

2010 - Present

Illinois Real Estate Lawyers Association

Education

1984

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

Spanish

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