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Shawn Bolger is an Illinois real estate attorney representing buyers, sellers, investors, estates, and businesses in residential and commercial real estate transactions throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Her practice focuses on residential and commercial closings, probate and inherited property sales, title issues, contract negotiation, and resolving complex real estate matters involving estates, municipal compliance issues, and investor-owned properties.
Ms. Bolger regularly assists clients throughout Cook County, DuPage County, McHenry County, and surrounding Illinois communities with a wide range of real estate matters, including attorney review, title and escrow issues, Transfer on Death Instruments (TODIs), bond in lieu of probate transactions, foreclosure-related sales, seller financing, and commercial acquisitions and dispositions. She is known for providing practical solutions, responsive communication, and efficient guidance from contract through closing.
Following in the footsteps of her father, who was also an attorney, Ms. Bolger developed an early appreciation for advocacy, negotiation, and helping clients navigate important life decisions. She brings that same client-focused approach to her practice today, emphasizing practical problem-solving and attention to detail in every transaction.
Ms. Bolger earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Denver before obtaining her Juris Doctor from DePaul University College of Law. Since entering practice, she has represented clients in a broad range of Illinois real estate transactions and has developed extensive experience handling matters involving estates, title complications, investor transactions, and difficult closings.
Through Shawn Bolger Limited, Ms. Bolger continues to represent clients across Illinois with a focus on delivering efficient, solution-oriented legal representation in both residential and commercial real estate matters.
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We represent buyers and sellers throughout the Chicagoland area, handling contract review, inspection issues, title matters, and closing with a proactive, detail-oriented approach. Our goal is simple: protect your interests, eliminate surprises, and keep your transaction moving forward.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Real Estate
45%
42 years | 6,000 cases
Residential Real Estate
45%
42 years | 6,000 cases
Commercial Real Estate
10%
42 years | 1,200 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
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Awards
2023 2017 2016
Licenses
Licensed in Illinois for 41 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
Shawn Bolger, Ltd.
(877) 586-8649
Mobile
1000 Jorie Boulevard, Suite 136, Oak Brook, IL, 60523
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(877) 586-8649
Mobile
9760 Franklin Ave., Franklin Park, IL, 60131
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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...
Posted by Oscar | February 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Real estate Attorney
Shawn helped us close on our first and second home. Shawn and her team did a great job of explaining all the steps and responded quickly to emails. We will definitely use them for our sale files! Absolutely recommend working with this office!
Posted by Tiffany T. | February 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Home Closing
I sold my first home with Shawn and her team. Shawn's legal assistant Nicole was always available to answer my questions. I felt informed during the entire process which reduced the stress as a first time seller. I cannot say enough great things about Shawn and her team.
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 ...
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...
Shawn M. Bolger's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"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."
Alexander Demchenko
Real estate lawyer
Ronald Kapustka
Real estate lawyer
Lynda Waddington
Real estate lawyer
Robert Guzaldo
Real estate lawyer
David Menachof
Residential real estate lawyer
Kevin Mix
Tax lawyer
Mila Novak
Real estate lawyer
Alexander Echevarria
Real estate lawyer
John Kumor
Real estate lawyer
Nuhemi Salazar
Real estate lawyer
William Mohr
Real estate lawyer
Ronald Kas
Real estate lawyer
Experience
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
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I break my lease if the apartment I rented turned out to be wheelchair accessible even though I didn't want that?
06 Jun 2018
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Is it ok to use a commercial lease for a residential zoned building?
19 Feb 2018
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Can a neighbor prevent me from accessing his or her property?
17 Feb 2018