Michael E. Hastings

Michael E. Hastings

also known as Hastings Law Office, LLC

5.0
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 10 years

General practice Lawyer at Frankfort, IL
Practice Areas: General Practice, Real Estate, Criminal Defense ... +2 more

20855 S La Grange Road, Suite 102B, Frankfort, IL

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

General Practice 20%

Specializing in residential and commercial real estate, ad valorem real estate taxation appeals, criminal defense, personal injury, divorce and family law, business and corporate law, civil litigation, estate planning and worker's compensation.

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 10 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2015

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Hastings Law Office, LLC

20855 S La Grange Road, Suite 102B, Frankfort, IL, 60423-2034

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Michael E. Hastings's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Sarah | September 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

The Best!

Mike made a stressful thing in life so easy! He is not only professional, knowledgeable and reliable he is also so supportive! He was always available when I needed him. He kept me informed and up to date on everything that was happening with the “legal stuff”related to my property sale and closing. ...He explained things to me in words I could understand and simplified things that seemed really complicated. I never felt silly for calling him with what were probably silly questions. He is an amazing attorney and a really nice person! I highly recommend him for any real estate needs! This was my second time hiring Mike as my real estate attorney and I would never consider someone else! He is the absolute best!

Posted by Edward | January 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney

M. Hastings

Michael was extremely knowledgeable and well-versed in the various areas that I needed his assistance in. He responded to my emails and phone calls immediately. Michael provided me with updated law information that was pertinent to my individual situation.

Posted by Jennifer | January 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Residential

Prompt, flexible and professional!

Mike did a great job in handling the needs required in the sale of our house. He was easily accessible by phone and email when we needed to discuss dealings with the closing. He was also flexible in meeting us where and when it was convienent to us. His professionalism and attention to detail made th...e transition very smooth. Mike was a great attorney to have!

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Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Honors

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Legislator of the Year, Illinois Municipal League

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Legislator of the Year, Illinois Associations Park District

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Legislator of the Year, Illinois Crime Commission

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Legislator of the Year, Illinois Public Transportation Association

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Legislator of the Year, Community Services Foundation

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Legislator of the Year, Mental Health America of Illinois

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Legislator of the Year, National Guard Association of Illinois

Work Experience

2011 - 2012

Judicial Extern, Illinois Appellate Court, 1st District

2010 - 2011

Extern, Cook County State's Attorney's Office

Associations

2018 - Present

Illinois Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee

Chairman

2017 - Present

Illinois Senate Veterans Affairs Committee

Vice Chair

2015 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

2017 - 2018

Illinois Senate Criminal Law Committee

Chairman

2013 - 2017

Illinois Senate Judiciary Committee

Vice Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

Business Owner Code Violations

Found to be in compliance

Purchase & Sale of New Home

A Happy Client

Criminal Matter

Not Guilty

Divorcing Couple

Amicable marital settlement

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Education

2013

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

2011

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

MBA - Master of Business Administration

2003

United States Military Academy

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2018

The Community Associations Institute 36th Annual Conference

Legislation that affects community associations, such as the ombudsmen law, the CAM Rules and other legislative initiatives

2017

South Suburban Bar Association

Legislative Update: New laws in the areas Real Estate, Criminal, & Civil Law

2017

Illinois Realtors Legislative Forum

2017 Real Estate & Local Market Update

2016

Illinois Realtors Legislative Forum

2016 Real Estate & Local Market Update

2015

Illinois Realtors Legislative Forum

2015 Real Estate & Local Market Update

2014

Illinois Realtors Legislative Forum

2014 Real Estate & Local Market Update

Publications

Languages

English

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