Lauren E. Jackson

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Lauren E. Jackson

5.0
74 reviews
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Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 22 years

Real estate Lawyer at Saint Charles, IL
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Estate Planning, Probate

1218 E. Main Street, Suite B, Saint Charles, IL

Virtual Consultation Available

About Lauren

Biography

My unintimidating, caring approach has garnered me a respectable reputation all over Northern Illinois. With my dedication for efficient cost effective services, you will learn that when you retain my law practice, you will have a reachable attorney with your best interests in mind.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Real Estate 50%

We understand the purchase or sale of real estate is probably the biggest transaction you may ever make. Every situation is unique and it can be a daunting process. This is why having an experienced attorney like Lauren, who specializes in residential real estate, far outweighs any perceived benefit of tackling the process alone.

21 years

50%
Estate Planning 40%

Estate Planning is the process of anticipating and arranging for the disposal of an estate after a person’s death. We understand the ultimate goal of an estate plan is determined by the specific goals of the client and can be a simple or complex situation. At the Law Offices of Lauren E. Jackson, our goal is to help you make sense of your current financial situation in relation to transferring your assets to your loved ones in the most cost effective manner possible.

21 years

40%
Probate 10%

The passing of a loved one is an emotionally and challenging process. There are many questions that need to be answered before distributing the estate and that can be a demanding endeavor. Here, at the Law Offices of Lauren E. Jackson, we understand the process of estate administration and are focused on helping those faced with the responsibilities and challenges this process presents so that it will go smoothly and successfully.

21 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 225-225 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2024 2021
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+ 4
Silver Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 22 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2003

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Lauren E. Jackson

1218 E. Main Street, Suite B, Saint Charles, IL, 60174

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The Law Office of Lauren E. Jackson

2205 Point Blvd., Suite 100, Elgin, IL, 60123

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Online Presence

Other places you can find Lauren online.

Lauren E. Jackson's Reviews

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Posted by Kimberly | February 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Wentling Will and Trust

Working with Lauren Jackson on my estate planning was an exceptional experience from start to finish. She brings a rare combination of deep legal expertise, genuine compassion, and an ability to make complex topics feel completely manageable. From our first conversation, Lauren took the time to under...stand my goals, explain every option clearly, and guide me through decisions with patience and confidence. What impressed me most was her attention to detail and her commitment to making sure everything was tailored perfectly to my situation. She anticipated questions I didn’t even know to ask and helped me build a plan that gives me real peace of mind. Lauren’s professionalism is matched by her warmth—she makes you feel supported, heard, and truly cared for throughout the entire process. If you’re looking for a will and trust attorney who is knowledgeable, trustworthy, and genuinely invested in protecting your legacy, I can’t recommend Lauren Jackson highly enough. She made a complicated process feel easy, and I’m incredibly grateful for her guidance. Kim Wentling

Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Clearly explained a complicated process.

Ms. Jackson listened carefully and answered all my questions. We made the plans that best met my needs.

Posted by Louis | December 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional Lawyer- Easy to work with!

Lauren Jackson was detailed and gave us good Legal overview for what we need to do to set our Will and all paperwork required.

Posted by Svea | December 9, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A true professional

Lauren handled our real estate transaction when I bought my first house. She informed me through every step of the process and calmed me down when I was overwhelmed. I am thoroughly impressed with her knowledge of procedures as well as her ability to facilitate communication among many parties at onc...e in order to assure the smoothest outcome possible. I highly recommend her for your real estate and probate needs.

Posted by anonymous | July 9, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Lauren Jackson - The People’s Champion

I had an excellent experience working with attorney Lauren Jackson. From our very first consultation, she was professional, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable. She took the time to listen to my concerns, clearly explained my options, and guided me through the entire legal process with confid...ence and compassion. Lauren’s attention to detail and dedication to her clients is evident in every interaction. She was always quick to respond to questions and provided honest, straightforward advice. Her ability to navigate complex legal matters while keeping me informed and at ease made a challenging situation much more manageable. I truly appreciated her integrity, efficiency, and personal touch. If you’re looking for a trustworthy and skilled attorney who genuinely cares about your case, I highly recommend Lauren Jackson. She exceeded my expectations in every way.

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Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lauren provides a tremendous level of services to all of her clients. I highly recommend her for all estate planning matters."

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Estate planning lawyer | May 31

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Honors

2021

Client's Choice, Avvo

2021

Best Probate Lawyers in Aurora, Expertise

2020

Client's Choice, Avvo

2020

Top 3 Real Estate Lawyers in Elgin, Three Best Rated

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2019

Best Real Estate Lawyers in Elgin, Three Best Rated

2018

Best Real Estate Lawyers in Elgin, Three Best Rated

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Lauren E. Jackson

2016 - 2020

Of Counsel, VLK Law Firm

Associations

2003 - Present

Kane County Bar Association

2015 - 2017

American Bar Association

2015 - 2023

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Student Loan Trust vs Bethke

All interest was waived from last payment date and going forward

Estate of Robert Domek

All assets received by beneficiaries without objection

Estate of Robert Grover

All assets received by beneficiaries without objection

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Education

2002

Northern Illinois University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

Northern Illinois University, College of Journalism

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1997

Elgin Community College

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Speaking Engagements

2025

Retirement & Asset Protection Workshop

Estate Planning and Asset Protection

2024

Podcast Sierens Financial Estate Planning Essentials

2018

The Center of Elgin

Financial & Estate Planning Retirement Workshop

2017

Free financial and estate planning retirement workshop

Asset protection in retirement

2017

Free Estate Planning and Retirement Workshop

Estate Planning and Asset Protection

2017

Financial Success through Education Workshop

Estate Planning with Asset Protection

2017

Asset Protection in Retirement

Estate Planning

2013

Kim's Karate Seminar

Estate Plans - What you need to know

2005

Real Estate Seminar

Real Estate Process - From contract to closing

Publications

2023

Lauren Jackson Law Blog What to ask your financial advisor?

2022

2022

2021

Lauren Jackson Law Website Winning a Homebuyer Bidding War

2021

2021

Lauren Jackson Law Blog Is a 'Zestimate' of your home accurate?

2020

Lauren Jackson Law Blog How to own your Real Estate

2020

Lauren Jackson Law Blog What is the Medicaid look-back period?

2019

2019

2019

Lauren Jackson Law Blog What does an executor of an estate do?

2019

2018

Lauren Jackson Law Blog What is a real estate transfer stamp?

2018

2018

2018

2018

Lauren Jackson Law Blog What is included in closing costs?

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2016

Languages

English

Activity

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