$ 300-400 per hour
Kevin Gilbert Drendel
About Kevin
Biography
Kevin Gilbert Drendel is the managing shareholder in Drendel & Jansons Law Group. Kevin graduated cum laude from Cornell College in 1982 and from Northern Illinois University Law School magna cum laude in 1991, graduating second in his class. While at Northern Illinois University, he was a member of the Law Review, was published in the University’s scholarly journal, and received the West Publishing Award for Outstanding Scholastic Achievement. Kevin Drendel is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association and is a past President of the Kane County Bar Association. Kevin Drendel’s practice emphasizes estate planning and administration, lending law, corporate law, commercial and business law, employment law, commercial and residential real estate, civil litigation, municipal law and school law.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Pro bono
10 %
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Illinois for 34 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Kevin Gilbert Drendel
111 Flinn Street, Batavia, IL, 60510-2471
Law Offices of Kevin Gilbert Drendel
2000 W. Galena Blvd, Aurora, IL, 60506
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Posted by anonymous | April 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Excellent service!
Atty. Kevin Drendel was wonderful. He asked me questions I had never considered; questions which have me feeling clear around every aspect of my estate plan. It's a great feeling knowing that I've got things in order, thanks to the excellent service I received.
Posted by Bob | April 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
Excellent Experience in Estate Planning
I retained Kevin Drendel services to revise a 20 year old trust and to draw up a will for my handicapped brother. He was patient answering our questions thoroughly, I highly recommend Kevin for all your trust/will needs and would use him again.
Posted by Rob & Karen | April 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Great guidance and smooth process
Kevin and his team helped us put together a complete estate plan that fulfills all our objectives. We got great advice and guidance and his team communicated extremely well. Everything went extremely well and smoothly. We highly recommend Drendel Law.
Posted by Janine | April 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Gave us peace of mind
We met with Kevin for new Wills and estate planning. We are so happy and at ease about our affairs being in order and Kevin was such a pleasure to work with! Kevin explained everything in plain language, helped us devise a clear plan, and answered a million questions for us. We feel very fortunate t...
Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Very positive experience
My spouse and I recently hired Kevin Drendel to do some estate planning. We consulted with him both over the phone and in his office and eventually went through the process of creating trusts. We had some unusual factors in our scenario and Kevin was very creative in his resolution. He is responsive,...
Kevin Gilbert Drendel's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Drendel since 1978. During the entire time that I have known him, he has exhibited exceptional ethics, intelligence and diligence. I have also found his writings regarding Estate Practice to be spot on, understandable and informative. I could not recommend him more highly."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kevin is universally admired and respected by other lawyers for his integrity, professionalism and skill. He is an outstanding person. I am proud to endorse him."
"Kevin Drendel is one of the most experienced, understanding, and competent business attorneys in our community. We have been both opponents and co-counsel on a number of matters. His ethics and courtesy meet the highest standards of our profession. I respect both his integrity and insight. His calm and objective approach to problems and issues is something that anyone searching for a good business and transactional attorney should find invaluable. I highly recommend Kevin and his firm. Peter M. Storm"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Kevin's knowledge of the law combined with his ability to listen and understand the issues/problems set him apart from other lawyers specializing in municipal law."
"As a former colleage of Kevin, I can attest that he is an honest and competent attorney who serves his clients well."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known both he and his father for many years. Kevin is a lawyer of integrity as well as excellent legal skills. I beleive that he is an excellent lawyer and a credit to our profession!"
"I endorse this lawyer, as possessing the highest character, ethics and ability."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2014
Chicago's Top Rated Layers, The National Law Journal
2013
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Commitment to Community Award, North Aurora Mother's club
1991
Award for Outstanding Scholastic Achievement, West Publishing Company
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Shareholder, Drendel & Jansons Law Group
2005 - 2009
Shareholder, Drendel & Drendel PC
1997 - 2004
Partner, Drendel, Tatnall & McCracken
1994 - 1997
Associate, Drendel Tatnall Hoffman & McCracken
1991 - 1993
Associate, Drendel, Schanlaber, Horwitz, Tatnall & McCracken
Associations
2010 - Present
National Association of Telecommunication Officials & AdvisorsSecretary
2003 - Present
Kane County Bar AssociationPresident
1991 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
1991 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1991 - Present
Kane County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Rivers Edge HOA v. City of Naperville, 353 Ill.App.3d 874, (2d D 2004)
The trial court ruled for the City; but the Appellate Court vacated and reversed the ruling.
IRMO of Collingbourne, 332 Ill.App.3d 665 (2d D 2002)
Trial court ruled for mother; Appellate Court reversed; Supreme Court reversed the Appellate Court in favor of the mother.
White Gates Skeet Club, Inc. v. Lightfine et al, 276 Ill.App.3d 537 (2d D 1995)
The trial court ruled in the club's favor on the main issues; the appellate court upheld the trial court ruling on the main issues and reversed in favor of the club on tangental issues.
In re R.M.F., 275 Ill.App.3d 43 (2d D 1995)
The trial court and appellate court held that the IMDMA applies but ruled in favor of the mother to remove the child; the Appellate reversed the the determination that the IMDMA applies to paternity cases and ruled completely in favor of the mother.
Education
1991
Northern Illinois University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
Cornell College
Bachelor of Special Studies
Speaking Engagements
2012
NIU Foundation Estate Planning Seminar
Estate Planning
2011
The Sandwich Generation
Legal, Financial & Long Term Care Options for Elderly Parents
2010
What You Need to Know about Public Records & Open Meetings in Illinois
The Freedom of Information Act; Court Records; Changes to the Open Meetings Act; Record Retention
2007
Real Estate Development from Beginning to End in Illinois
Development Agreements; Redevelopment Agreements – Tax Increment Financing
2006
A Primer on Open Records Law in Illinois
Freedom of Information Act; Court Records; Changes to the Open Meetings Act; Record Retention
Publications
1990
Northern Illinois University Law Review
When Self Abuse becomes Child Abuse: the Need for Coercive Governmental Action in Response to the Cocaine Baby Problem
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Do I have to file a Will if I am the sole survivor and the only person named and can I avoid Probate when I sell the home
22 Apr 2014
Q&A
Can an estate in a Trust still go to probate?
26 Apr 2013