Michael J. Gilmartin

Michael J. Gilmartin

also known as Gilmartin Legal, LLC

4.9
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 21 years

Real estate Lawyer at LaGrange, IL
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Debt Collection, Banking ... +2 more

512 W. Burlington, Suite 3, LaGrange, IL

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 21 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2004

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Gilmartin Legal

512 W. Burlington, Suite 3, LaGrange, IL, 60525

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Michael J. Gilmartin's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

32 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 10 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Aimee | August 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Poor Response Time; Be Ready to Nag Constantly to get Things Completed

We hired Mr. Gilmartin to do a will and trust, choosing him because of the rave reviews, especially with his work with the elderly. Unfortunately he did not live up to his reviews. The entire process took over a year to complete (granted, there were times when I wasn't extremely prompt with my resp...onses either). So much time had lapsed between emails that I often had to research and resend them because he couldn't find his. It was extremely disappointing that he went radio silent after we paid in full and it was another 7 months after full payment before we could get a final version of the trust put together. Originally he offered to put the house in trust for us after establishment, but I've been totally ghosted by him. Very disappointing to say the least. I recommend finding a more reliable attorney who can honor commitments and deliver promptly.

Posted by Bob | March 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Property sale and general legal guidance

I hired Michael Gilmartin to help me navigate through a farm sale and received way more than I expected. Michael not only provided the legal council but also was able to help direct me down a path to address some tax issues I was encountering. The interaction with Michael was extremely comfortable an...d professional as he instructed me each step along the way. I now consider Michael as "my lawyer" and will use him any time I need legal guidance. Thanks Michael !!!

Posted by Colin | October 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Helpful and Clear

Michael helped me out with a case in which I had no idea what i was doing. He explained everything to me very clear and sufficiently making the process much less stressful and much more smooth.

Posted by anonymous | September 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection

Debt collection

I contacted Michael on a Saturday due to my bank account being frozen and having a court order for the following Monday, for unpaid student loans. Micheal, reassured me everything would be okay and come Monday, he called me after court to give me the great news that my bank account was now unfrozen. ...He took care of everything and I didn't even have to call off of work. Micheal kept his word that he would take care of everything.

Posted by Robert | September 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Awesome lawyer

I live in another state and Needed an attorney to represent me in Illinois. I called Mr Gilmartin and left a message. Within a couple hours he called me back. I felt comfortable and confident that he would represent me fairly. My case took awhile but he kept me updated and won my expungement. I'm ve...ry pleased with how my case was handled and with his work ethic.

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Michael J. Gilmartin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Santeler

Unknown lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"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."

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Michael Sorich

Business lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is meticulous in his approach and is very personable both inside and outside of the courtroom. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Sorich

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

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 Association

Member

2016 - Present

DuPage County Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

West Suburban Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

Southwest Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2016 - 2017

Illinois State Bar Association, Commercial, Banking and Bankruptcy Law Section

Executive 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

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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

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