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Michael J. Gilmartin
also known as Gilmartin Legal, LLC
About Michael
Biography
Michael Gilmartin is a trusted advocate and the first call many make when legal representation is needed. Whether in the court room or in the conference room, Michael offers over twelve years of legal experience earned in the trenches as an assistant state’s attorney, an associate, an income partner and ultimately as a member of a large Chicago law firm. Michel Gilmartin offers legal representation in commercial real estate, corporate, transactional, commercial litigation, creditors’ rights, commercial collections, criminal representation, estate planning, probate administration and litigation. Michael can frequently be found in court advocating on behalf of his clients.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Illinois for 21 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2004
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Location
Gilmartin Legal
512 W. Burlington, Suite 3, LaGrange, IL, 60525
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Michael J. Gilmartin's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Real Estate (14)
Lawsuits & Disputes (5)
Residential (5)
Contracts & Agreements (3)
Criminal Defense (3)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (3)
Business (2)
Debt Collection (2)
Estate Planning (2)
Wills & Living Wills (2)
Bankruptcy & Debt (1)
Car Accidents (1)
Construction & Development (1)
Drug Crime (1)
Expungement (1)
Probate (1)
Tax (1)
Trusts (1)
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Residential
Posted by LARRY | August 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Residential
Home closing
Mike was a great asset to selling my home. He was there for all my needs and always easy to get in touch with when i needed advise. Start to finish was very professional and thorough.
Posted by Allison | August 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Residential
Attentive and Personable
Michael was extremely personable and easy to talk to. During the process of buying our first home my husband and I were lucky enough to work with Michael and had a wonderful experience. Whenever we had questions he was always there too answer. He was very thorough and would always make sure we comple...
Posted by Serena & John | September 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Residential
Realty Lawyers
We were in the process of trying to purchase a house without a lawyer or a realtor and then the bank we were going through said we needed to hire a lawyer it was on a Saturday that we found Michael we had a consultation with him that Saturday he said he would take her case we gave him all the papers ...
Posted by anonymous | April 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Residential
Great experience
Michael Gilmartin was the right choice for us in handling my dads house closing. Things went so smoothly and every detail was taken care of in the most professional manner. Would recommend him for your legal needs.
Posted by Mary | April 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Residential
Such A Great House Closing
Michael did a wonderful job with the closing on my father's house! He was always available to address our concerns and he negotiated a very fair settlement with the buyers. The closing was seamless and all parties were very satisfied. We highly recommend him!
Michael J. Gilmartin's Lawyer Endorsements
"I started my legal career working for Michael as a law clerk, and continued to work with him as an attorney for the next seven years. He instinctively took on a role of mentor to me, and I learned so much from him both professionally and personally. Michael shared his experience as a litigator and his vast knowledge of the law, and helped guide me through some of the most complex cases I've ever worked on. Michael always went the extra mile for both his colleagues and his clients, and I cannot recommend him strongly enough."
"Michael is meticulous in his approach and is very personable both inside and outside of the courtroom. I highly endorse this lawyer."
Michael Sorich
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2018
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2016
Emerging Attorney, Illinois Leading Lawyers
2015
Emerging Lawyer, Illinois Leading Lawyers
2002
Criminal Procedure, CALI
1999
Constitutional Law, CALI
1999
Excellence in Writing, St. Xavier University
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Owner, Gilmartin Legal, LLC
2013 - 2016
Member, Howard & Howard Attorneys
2006 - 2013
Partner, Chuhak & Tecson, PC
2005 - 2006
Prosecuting Attorney, Cook County State Attorney's Office
2004 - 2006
Assistant State's Attorney, Cook County State's Attorney's Office
Associations
2016 - Present
Cook County Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
DuPage County Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
West Suburban Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Southwest Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2016 - 2017
Illinois State Bar Association, Commercial, Banking and Bankruptcy Law SectionExecutive Committee Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Kaires v. All Line, Inc., 2012 WL 6969667 (Ill. App. Ct. 2012)
Illinois Appellate Court affirmed the judgment of the circuit court of Du Page County
Education
2003
DePaul University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
St. Xavier
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1998
Queens University of Belfast
Study Abroad
Speaking Engagements
2014
Commercial Loans: Documenting for Success and Preparing for Failure
UCC Article 9: Perfecting your Collateral
Publications
2015
Illinois State Bar Association Commercial Banking, Collections and Bankruptcy Law
Reviving Dormant Judgments in Illinois
2013
Illinois State Bar Association
Disaster Legal Services Manual
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers