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Shara D. H. Kamal
also known as Shara Danielle Harris
About Shara
Biography
Having successfully closed over 5,000 real estate and business transactions in 17 years of private practice, she has become one of the most highly sought after real estate attorneys in the Chicagoland area.
Managing two office locations, with one in Burr Ridge and one in the Hyde Park community of Chicago, she oversees a high-volume real estate closing practice for clients who are first-time home buyers and sellers, FSBO's, seasoned investors, banks, retailers and wholesalers.
As a 2018 Fellow for Organizing for Action, her community service efforts have been in the areas of home ownership and business ownership. She serves as an Arbitrator for the Cook County Mandatory Arbitration Program. Her professional affiliations also include the Cook County Bar Association, Chicago Association of Realtors and Dearborn Realtist Board. She also proudly serves as a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
She represents Alliance Title, First American Title and Attorneys' Title Guaranty Fund as a title insurance agent for real estate transactions.
She holds a Juris Doctor degree from The John Marshall Law School and a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Columbia College Chicago.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Illinois for 22 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
WFML, PC
1333 Burr Ridge Parkway, Suite 200, Burr Ridge, IL, 60527
WFML, PC
5113 S. Harper Ave., Suite 2C, Chicago, IL, 60615
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Shara D. H. Kamal's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Real Estate (47)
Residential (33)
Contracts & Agreements (7)
Business (6)
Lawsuits & Disputes (4)
Commercial (3)
Debt & Lending Agreements (2)
Corporate & Incorporation (1)
Debt Settlement (1)
Entertainment (1)
Foreclosure (1)
Intellectual Property (1)
Limited Liability Company (LLC) (1)
State, Local And Municipal Law (1)
Trademark Application (1)
What Clients Mention
Showing 1 - 5 of 32 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Latrice | June 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Latrice
I recently closed on a Condo in the Chicago land area and hired Shara as my attorney. Shara did a great job assisting me through the process and at closing. Shara has extensive knowledge of the industry and process, and answered all my questions and concerns in a timely fashion. Combined with her p...
Posted by Ramona | June 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Residential
Shara epitomizes professionalism!
Shara was the attorney for my personal closing, however I am also in the business and I refer her often, as she is extremely knowledgeable, her fee is fair and she is very timely in her responses.
Posted by Betty | April 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
A True Professional!
Attorney Shara Kamal represented my family in selling our family home. The home had been in our family for over sixty years and was an emotional sell. Attorney Shara proved to be professional, knowledgeable and caring. She was detail oriented and willing to go beyond the call of duty; if necessary...
Posted by Payton | March 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Real Estate Attorney
Shara helped me close a short sale property. She was very knowledgeable about the process and helped to guide me through the arduous task of getting a short sale approval from my lender. She stayed on top of the legal documents required to ensure the short sale would come to a successful closing....
Posted by Drew | July 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Home sale
Shara advised us on the sale of our home. She was extremely easy and accommodating to work with, helping us through several changes by our buyer. I highly recommend working with her.
Shara D. H. Kamal's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. True professional and pleasure to work with."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked as opposing counsel against Attorney Kamal on a number of real estate closings and an eviction matter. I find her to be very professional and an excellent advocate for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is a highly respected attorney in the Real Estate Community. It was an absolute pleasure working with her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Kamal is a competent attorney whom I have worked with previously on different matters. She is very well-versed in her field and goes over and beyond for all of her clients. I highly recommend her services."
"I endorse this lawyer. She has an exceptional reputation in the legal community and amongst her clients. She is thorough and very hard working."
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"Attorney Harris and I went to law school together and later worked together as fellow attorneys. In our 10 years of practice, I can honestly say that she is an attorney that takes the profession of law seriously by continously expanding her knowledge and perfecting her skills to meet all clients needs. I recommend Attorney Harris."
"I endorse this lawyer. Shara Harris is an innovative and hardworking lawyer who produces favorable results for her clients."
Dartesia Pitts
Real estate lawyer
Experience
Honors
2018
Organizing for Action Fellowship, Organizing for Action (OFA)
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
Humanitarian "Orchid" Award, Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc., Chicago Chapter
2004
Hidden Jewel of the Neighborhood, Jewel-Osco/Alberston's
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Managing Attorney, WFML, P.C.
2003 - 2015
General Counsel, Hampton Marshall Brokerage Group
1999 - 2001
Student Intern, The John Marshall Law School Fair Housing Legal Clinic
Associations
2017 - Present
Cook County Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Organizing for ActionFellow
2013 - Present
Circuit Court of Cook CountyArbitrator
2005 - Present
Illinois Real Estate Lawyers AssociationMember
2016 - 2018
Illinois State Bar AssociationReal Estate Section Council Member
2009 - 2018
Chicago Association of REALTORSProfessional Standards Committeeman
2009 - 2011
Chicago Association of REALTORSGovernment Affairs Committeeman
Sample of Legal Cases
Defense of Building Court/Violations w/ City of Chicago
Case dismissed.
Education
2002
The John Marshall Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Columbia College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
What is Fashion Law?
Fashion Law
2013
Chase Home Buyers Seminar
Home Ownership Seminar
2013
1st Annual Symposium on Fashion & Design Law
Fashion Law
2010
Hampton's League Talk
Q&A For First Time Home Buyers & Investors
Publications
2011
American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division Journal
Best Practices for Attorney Advertising
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do I get a continuance for court if I don't have a lawyer
17 Oct 2014
Q&A
Do you lawyers expect to get paid even if a real estate closing does not go through?
19 Jun 2013
Q&A
Is tenant responsible for water bill if bill is in landlords name.
08 Jun 2013