Gary H. Wente

Gary H. Wente

4.9
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 38 years

Real estate Lawyer at Wheaton, IL
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Estate Planning, Education, Employment & Labor

1755 S Naperville Rd, Suite 100, Wheaton, IL

About Gary

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 30%

Wills, trusts, insurance and probate. Special needs trusts and estate planning for families with children with special needs.

38 years

30%
Real Estate 30%

Residential and commercial real estate. Condominium and HOA representation.

38 years

30%
Education 20%

Special education parent representation for school placement, community living placement and special needs trusts / governmental benefits.

38 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 38 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1987

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

GHW Law

1755 S Naperville Rd, Suite 100, Wheaton, IL, 60189-5844

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Gary H. Wente's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

5 star (14) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Denise | November 7, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Estate planning

Gary is an excellent resource to your legal needs, he is knowledgable, trustworthy and provided suggestions that steered me in the right direction. I'm so relieved to finally have my affairs in order and wouldn't hesitate to recommend him. Thank you Gary!

Posted by Paul and Esther | March 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Terrific! Beyond Expectation!

Gary's depth of knowledge and extensive experience is impressive. The amazing thing is, he really listens to what you have to say and comes up with a strategy on how best to resolve your problem. He helped us recover funds from a rehab fiasco where the builder was refusing to refund our investment mo...ney even after breaking the contract agreement. We were even able to avoid going to court! Not only did we get ALL our money back, but Gary also helped us close on a new house several months later. Our real estate agent was so impressed with him, that she said he was the best lawyer she has ever worked with and now recommends him to everyone. Gary graciously listened to our complicated predicament and actually did something to help. He cared for our family and went above and beyond our expectations. We highly recommend him!

Posted by Alicia | March 14, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Excellent & Thorough

Gary is an excellent resource to your legal needs, he is extremely thorough and can easily explain and advise the terms during his consults. His professionalism and character is exactly who I want to advice you on any legal matters.

Posted by Andrew | February 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional, Honest, Dilligent

Gary is not only extremely knowledgeable on all aspects of the law, his willingness to take the time to explain the situation and put the client at ease is unmatched. He is as thorough and professional as they come.

Posted by Lisa | February 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Review of professional services by Gary Wente

Mr. Wente was quick to respond to every question. His professional manner helped to bring about a quick resolution to our legal issues.

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Honors

2007

Director's Award for Outstanding Leadership, United States Courts

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, GHW Law

2001 - 2014

Circuit Executive, United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit

1994 - 2001

Deputy Circuit Executive, United States Court Of Appeals For The Tenth Circuit

1984 - 1994

Operations Manager / Attorney, United States Court Of Appeals For The Seventh Circuit

Associations

2016 - Present

DuPage County Bar Association

2015 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Contract Litigation

Achieved Settlement

Employment Law

Achieved Settlememt

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Education

N/A

Loyola University Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Northeastern Illinois University

BA

Speaking Engagements

2014

Criminal Justice Act Seminar

Appellate Procedure

2013

Judicial Conference of the First Circuit

State of the Circuit

Publications

2000

American Bar Association Judges' Journal Videoconference Oral Arguments Come of Age

1994

Appellate Law Journal Avoiding Sanctions in the Seventh Circuit

Languages

English

Activity

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